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LP bares initial Senate slate for 2022 polls, grants Robredo ‘full authority’ to form unity ticket
The Liberal Party (LP) has nominated Senators Francis Pangilinan and Leila de Lima, alongside former Senator Bam Aquino, as its senatorial candidates for the 2022 national elections.
This announcement was made during the LP's virtual National Executive Council meeting, which was attended by key party leaders including Vice President Leni Robredo.
Senator Risa Hontiveros and lawyer Chel Diokno are also included in the LP's initial list of guest senatorial candidates due to their alignment with the party's principles.
A resolution was passed granting Vice President Robredo the authority to lead discussions and form a united national slate of candidates for the upcoming elections.
Robredo expressed her commitment to working towards a unified opposition ticket for the 2022 polls.
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