
09/09/2025
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โโAs a people we have come of age. We must move forward, just and firm but merciful and humane, closely united, animated by the same social aspirations to happiness, bound together as a political state by the wise dispositions of our Constitution and our laws. God helping me, I shall strive to this end.โ says former President Sergio S. Osmeรฑa.
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โIn a time when the Philippines faced complex political challenges and social divisions, the words of Sergio Osmeรฑa resonate with profound urgency and timeless wisdom. His declaration served as a powerful reminder of the leadership qualities and national ideals that remained essential today.
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โSergio Osmeรฑa, the fourth President of the Philippines, led the nation through some of its most trying times, including the aftermath of World War II. His leadership was marked by a steadfast commitment to justice, unity, and compassion; principles that are as relevant now as they were then.
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โOsmeรฑaโs vision was not merely about political governance but about nurturing a society where every Filipino could aspire to happiness under the protection of a just and humane government.
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โToday, the Philippines grapples with political polarization, social unrest, and challenges to democratic institutions. In this context, Osmeรฑaโs call to move forward โjust and firm but merciful and humaneโ is a clarion call for leaders and citizens alike to embrace governance that balances strength with empathy. It urges a collective commitment to uphold the Constitution and laws that bind the nation, ensuring that justice is not only served but tempered with mercy.
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โAs we commemorate Osmeรฑaโs enduring legacy, let us reflect on his example of leadership that is firm yet compassionate, principled yet inclusive. His vision encourages us to build a political environment where laws are respected, human dignity is upheld, and the aspirations of all Filipinos are honored.
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โWords: Prinze Nathaniel Lingat
โCreative Designer: Angelyka Braรฑanola