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Duterte draws flak after saying frontliners ‘lucky to die’ for PH
President Duterte expressed gratitude to frontliners, including health workers, police, soldiers, and civil servants, for their sacrifices amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
He assured them that their efforts would be rewarded and their heroism would not be forgotten.
However, Duterte drew strong criticism for saying frontliners were "lucky" to die in the service of the Philippines.
The President acknowledged that the hard work and sacrifices of the frontliners were beyond monetary compensation.
The Philippine Medical Association reported at least 12 doctors had died as of March 29, with health workers warning of insufficient protection and hundreds in quarantine.
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