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Sia defends controversial remarks
Pasig City congressional candidate Atty. Christian Sia argues his controversial remarks about single mothers were protected free speech and not discriminatory.
Sia submitted his defense to the Commission on Elections (Comelec) regarding statements made during a campaign event.
The Comelec issued a show cause order, citing that Sia's remarks might have violated Section 3 of Resolution No. 1116.
Sia contended that Resolution 1116 is constitutionally flawed as it attempts to enforce laws outside Comelec's jurisdiction.
He asserted that his comments, made on or around April 3, were conversational and not intended to demean or discriminate against single parents.
Sia also stated that his remarks were not meant to restrict the rights of female solo parents.
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