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‘Look for other jobs,’ de la Rosa tells workers, in case House rejects ABS-CBN franchise renewal
Senator Ronald dela Rosa advised ABS-CBN employees to find other jobs to survive if Congress denies the media network a new franchise.
Dela Rosa stated that employees should be industrious and seek alternative employment, as there are other ways to make a living.
He responded to concerns about the impact of a potential ABS-CBN shutdown amidst the pandemic, acknowledging that job opportunities are currently scarce.
The senator agreed that the economic situation is difficult, and everyone is feeling the hardship.
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