Alleged 'vote buying' in Davao City as residents offered P2,000 to P3,000 for signatures on petition forms related to amending the 1987 Philippine Constitution. Lawmakers denounce the practice as 'vote buying' and emphasize the importance of informed consent in any political process. Constituents share experiences of being approached to sign without understanding the content, urging others to thoroughly read before signing. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Rep. Pulong Duterte vehemently opposes cha-cha and reveals the impact on Davao's budget, denouncing it as a power consolidation scheme. He exposes the diversion of P2 billion from Davao's budget, leaving only P500 million for residents. Duterte stands firm against alleged political pressure and urges constituents not to succumb to manipulation. Meanwhile, Rep. Nograles distances herself from political maneuvering. Stay informed on this developing story.
DAVAO CITY The lawmaker-son of former president Rodrigo R. Duterte dissuaded city residents here from signing any papers that would support fresh moves to amend the Constitution. “I am against this people’s initiative (PI) as this is not the people’s voice but the voice of a few who wanted to perpetuate…
Rep. Duterte advocates for amendment to illegal recruitment syndicate classification under RA 8042 to combat exploitation of OFWs. The proposed House Bill 8360 seeks to redefine a syndicate as two or more individuals, aiming to strengthen penalties and deter scammers. Recent scams in Italy and the closure of an illegal recruitment agency in Pasay City highlight the urgency of this amendment to protect vulnerable overseas Filipino workers. Stay updated with the latest developments on this crucial legislative move.