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Robredo not ruled by emotions; Gonzales apology ‘unnecessary’—spox
Presidential aspirant Norberto Gonzales has apologized to Vice President Leni Robredo for his earlier call for her to withdraw from the presidential race.
Gonzales stated that he was uncomfortable when fellow candidate Isko Moreno Domagoso echoed his call for Robredo to step down.
He expressed his apology, saying, "If you meet the Vice President, tell her I'm sorry. Yes, I'm apologizing to her because what we need is something better after the elections."
However, Gonzales, Moreno, and Senator Panfilo Lacson have declared their determination to finish the presidential race.
Robredo's spokesperson, Barry Gutierrez, deemed the apology "unnecessary," stating that they are accustomed to such remarks and remain focused on their campaign efforts.
Gutierrez also dismissed Moreno's continued call for Robredo to back out from the presidential race, emphasizing that they do not get carried away by emotions and are focused on the campaign.
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