As a representative of the senior citizens sector, it is painful to accept that at a time when we most need compassion and care, many of our elderly continue to experience hardship and uncertainty, especially within a healthcare system that should serve as our support and refuge. Every day, individuals come to our office carrying…

As a representative of millions of senior citizens across the country, it is my duty to defend their welfare, dignity, and rights of the elderly. This becomes even more critical when these are placed at risk. In recent weeks, a troubling reality has emerged: senior citizens now face the danger that the distribution of their…

Vetoing a portion of the national budget should never be viewed merely as reserved funds or savings. For me, the ₱92 billion vetoed by President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. in the 2026 National Budget actually presents an opportunity to reassess our priorities and redirect public funds to where they are most urgently needed—and to those…