November 17, 2014
Senator Loren Legarda’s Eulogy for Former Senator Juan M. Flavier
17 November 2014 – Senate Session Hall
How do you eulogize a man who was bigger than life? Who epitomized what public service really means? Who stood for the words integrity and work ethic?
When I was a neophyte senator in 1998, Johnny Flavier was my seatmate. I chose him. He chose me.
He was witty and had a wonderful sense of humor.
One time, a certain indigenous community visited the Senate and came in their […]
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November 10, 2014
SENATOR LOREN LEGARDA
The Role of PPP in DRR and in Building Sustainable and Resilient Communities: Lessons Learned and Way Forward
Top Leaders Forum 2014
10 November 2014 – SMX Convention Center
There is a long history of cooperation and selflessness in the face of crisis and disasters. Haiyan, Ketsana, Parma, just to name a few, brought massive destruction and death, and yet, it is during these times of crisis that we see people establishing deep social connections to alleviate the plight of victims.
Why, […]
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November 4, 2014
Message of Senator Loren Legarda
Anvil Business Club’s
Special Exchange Forum with Mr. Willie Tan
4 November 2014 – Makati Shangri-la Hotel
Foremost, I wish to thank the Anvil Business Club for inviting me to take part in this forum. The business sector is a vital partner of the government in carrying out the needed programs and reforms for a progressive nation. As such, the government ensures that its policies and programs would create a more conducive environment for business.
In the Senate, several proposed […]
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