Tsunami alert in RP lifted

BREAKING NEWS as of January 26, 2012

HEADLINES

• Bill seeks creation of special police unit in Lake Lanao

  SENATOR Loren Legarda has filed a bill that will create a specialized police force to patrol Lake Lanao in Lanao del Norte, which is "now in the middle of an ecological crisis."

  January 22, 2012

• Legarda questions conditional implementation of calamity fund on pre-disaster efforts

  MANILA — Sen. Loren Legarda has pushed for an inquiry into the conditional implementation of the 2011 and 2012 calamity fund on pre-disaster activities.

  Janaury 18, 2012

• Indigenous education

  The Senate cultural communities committee lauded Saturday the Department of Education (DepEd) for bringing education closer to indigenous cultural communities (ICCs) by creating the Indigenous Peoples Education Office (IPsEO). “I am glad that DepEd came up with the idea of creating the IP Education Office to help effectively implement education programs for Indigenous peoples (IPs). I hope that this will ensure not only the delivery of quality education to our IPs but also the preservation and promotion of their culture and heritage,” Sen. Loren Legarda, committee chairperson, said.

  January 14, 2012

• Preparing for season of calamity

  Manila, Philippines – SEASON OF CALAMITY – In this season of typhoons, floods, landslides, earthquakes, and other natural calamities and disasters it’s best to be prepared. But come to think of it, man “provoked” nature’s wrath. Think of illegal logging and mining, polluting waterways, building shanties along rivers and esteros (and clogging them with garbage), and some such destructive habits.

  January 12, 2012

• 'Wow! Philippines better'

  Sen. Loren Legarda said a new slogan alone is not enough to promote tourism in the country.

  January 07, 2012

WHAT THEY SAY


We congratulate Senator Loren Legarda for the success of various Indigenous Peoples Assembly she recently spearheaded around the country, and which was culminated with the National Indigenous Peoples Cultural Summit held Oct. 13 at the National Museum.
Manila Bulletin, Crispina Martinez-Belen Columnist   
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On the sidelines of the whole-day First Indigenous Peoples Cultural Summit organized by Senator Loren Legarda in the National Museum on Oct. 13, I was able to get an exclusive interview for the STAR amid the colorful ceremonies and various speeches.
Philippine Star, Wilson Lee Flores Columnist
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The ever hardworking Sen. Loren Legarda was in Tagum, Davao del Norte over the weekend to speak before the Mindanao Indigenous Peoples Assembly in her capacity as chair of the Senate Committee on Cultural Communities. Sen. Legarda is also chair of the Senate Committee on Climate Change and the Committee on Foreign Relations.
Manila Bulletin, Crispina Martinez-Belen Columnist   
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That is why Senate Bill 2759, authored by Sen. Loren Legarda, is most timely and even carries with it a sense of urgency, as does Sen. Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s Senate Bill 2749. Legarda’s bill asks supermarkets, restaurants and retail stores to cease using plastic bags. "As the problems of pollution, environmental degradation and severe weather shifts escalate, all sectors of society must act with dispatch. Individuals must make conscious efforts to change our daily routine and practices to produce a positive impact on our environment," Legarda said.
Philippine Daily Inquirer, Editorial
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FEEDBACK

Thanks to Senator Loren for her very frank and eloquent answers to my interview. She's one of the smartest celebrities and leaders I have ever interviewed! Regards to all.

Wilson Lee Flores

Salamat SENATOR Loren sa struggle mo para sa mga Indigenous people, kalikasan at sa lahat. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.

Bernard Dultra

You are really an inspiration to our Filipino people Madam. Sana makapunta ka ulit dito sa amin. Your the best.

Aldreds Lucero Edmalin

More power to you Senator. God bless!

Nadeen Animas Suelo

Salamat po sa pagtulong sa mga ethnic groups considered as original inhabitants sa bansa Senator Loren.

Bernard Dultra

Senator, salamat sa priority mo para sa environment bcoz most of the filipino people did not give important on our environment. thanks for that.

Lina Brazil Martinez

That's how supposed to be. Has to look for the main culprits why Philippines is always inundated with floods when rains came to hit the country. I salute you Senator Legarda. Good Job!!!

Rexcelieto Solano

Keep up the good work po, mabuhay po kayo Senator Loren Legarda.

Bernard Dultra

Your son Lean has a magnetic charm just like his mom .. I'm campaigning for you here Loren . . it's an honor to have you as my former classmate at UP and the only Vice Pres. for the Filipino people . . I'll pray for you and your children . .

JoAnn Domantay

You're a very hardworking senator! Thank you for taking care of us. Take care Ma'm Loren!

Roxanne San Jose

SHOUTBOX

Sen. Loren Legarda featured on Woman Today Magazine last March 2011.
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