The remarks of the counsel of Senator Leila de Lima on President Rodrigo Roa Duterte are pure hogwash.

We respect the independence of the court handling the case of Senator Leila de Lima, particularly in evaluating the evidence presented, such as the statements of former Bureau of Corrections Officer-in-Charge Rafael Ragos.

While Kerwin Espinosa appears to have recanted his allegations against Senator Leila de Lima, his recantation will not have any effect on the pending criminal cases against the lady senator.

We welcome the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey showing a declining adult joblessness. The average joblessness for 2021 is 25.7%, which is 11.7% below the record-high 37.4% average joblessness for 2020.

We welcome the latest decision of the Supreme Court on Republic Act No. 11479, otherwise known as the “Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020.”

Safeguarding the environment and natural resources is an important component in our sustainable development.

We recognize the constitutional mandate of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) in enforcing and administering all laws and regulations relative to the conduct of elections.

The latest decision of the Commission on Elections (COMELEC) to no longer hold Vice Presidential and Presidential Town Hall Debates is unfortunate.

It is common knowledge that some organizations or individuals allied with communist groups have long wanted to enter the government through partylist groups or by supporting certain candidates.

We reiterate our position that the International Criminal Court (ICC) has no jurisdiction to probe our campaign against illegal drugs. The ICC is the court of last resort utilized when a State Party is unwilling to investigate and prosecute those who violate laws.