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FL lauds President’s call for honesty and integrity
First Lady Liza Araneta-Marcos strongly supports President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s call for honesty and integrity in public service, stating it is "long overdue."
She expressed hope that this initiative will prevent individuals from misusing her name for their corrupt agendas.
The First Lady emphasized that public service is a privilege, not a business, and that corrupt officials should be ashamed.
President Marcos Jr. highlighted in his State of the Nation Address that many flood control projects were poorly executed, leading to extensive flooding.
He alluded to corrupt practices such as kickbacks and inflated costs in these projects.
The President pledged that those found responsible for wrongdoing will face charges and be held liable.
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