By Liza Soriano
MANILA — In a significant move, 24 senators have signed a manifesto expressing their opposition to the ongoing attempt to amend the 1987 Constitution through the People’s Initiative.
The manifesto boldly states, “Today, the Senate once again stands as a bastion of democracy, rejecting this brazen attempt to violate the Constitution, the country, and our people.”
Leading the charge were Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri, Senate President Pro Tempore Loren Legarda, Senate Majority Leader Joel Villanueva, and Senate Minority Leader Aquilino “Koko” Pimentel III.
Even Senator Robin Padilla, initially hesitant to sign, eventually added his support.
The manifesto was released following a closed-door meeting of the senators on Tuesday, January 23, 2024.
(el Amigo/MNM)