Speeches as of August 2012
Oath Taking of Nutritionists-Dietitians
Manila Hotel
Twelve years ago, 191 nations collectively committed on eight lofty ideals to be achieved by the year 2015. These are known as the Millennium Development Goals (MDGs), perhaps one of the most formidable of which is combating poverty, hunger, and disease.
August 26, 2012
Privilege Speech
The State of Disaster and Climate Risks in the Philippines
Senate Session Hall
A frontpage headline, 'Sun rises on metropolis,' was perhaps one of the most welcome headlines the country woke up to after the entire Metro Manila and nearby provinces were drenched and flooded by the heaviest monsoon rains in years. It exuded hope for the victims and a new beginning for all.
August 13, 2012
Privilege Speech
Incidences of Hazing in the Phl
Senate Session Hall
I rise on a matter of personal privilege to express indignation over the recent death of Mark Andre Marcos, a law student whose bright future was cut short by a tradition of violence that has laid claim to many lives, and will continue to do so unless we take concerted action.
August 06, 2012
