Philippine House Approves Anti-Political Dynasty Bill on Second Reading
The Philippine House of Representatives has approved an anti-political dynasty bill on its second reading, which seeks to prevent second-degree relatives from running for office. Critics, however, have expressed concerns about the bill's effectiveness and 'lack of teeth'.
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House OKs anti-dynasty bill on second reading, but critics lament its lack of teeth
'We have to balance the need to decongest power with the sovereign right of the people to elect their leaders,' says bill sponsor and suffrage committee chairperson Zia Alonto Adiong
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MANILA, Philippines — The House of Representatives on Wednesday approved on second reading a landmark bill prohibiting political dynasties and promoting equal access to public office, in line with the mandate of the 1987 Constitution. House Bill No. 8389, or the proposed Anti-Political Dynasty Act, which bars relatives within the second degree of consanguinity or
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