Geraldine Roman

Geraldine Roman is a Filipino politician and advocate for women's rights, currently serving as the representative for Bataan's 1st district. She has been vocal in criticizing campaign practices that objectify women and promote misogyny, urging candidates to focus on substantive issues instead. Roman also supports stricter penalties for public officials who engage in discriminatory behavior during their campaigns.

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Last updated at May 20, 2025.

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House cancels Sona red carpet for typhoon-affected communities

The House of Representatives canceled red carpet ceremonies and photo ops for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s fourth State of the Nation Address (Sona) on July 28 to show solidarity with communities affected by recent typhoons.
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Rep Roman proposes Digital Council to fight disinfo

Bataan Rep. Geraldine Roman proposed the creation of a Digital Council of the Philippines to combat disinformation without government censorship.
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Ortega: VP’s impeachment not a distraction

La Union 1st District Rep. Paolo Ortega V dismissed Davao City Mayor Sebastian Duterte’s claims that Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment is merely a distraction created by the administration to overshadow issues surrounding the 2025 national budget.
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House panel OKs stiffer penalties for school, gov't sexual harassment

The House committee on women and gender equality approved bills seeking to impose stiffer penalties for sexual harassers in schools and government on Wednesday, November 13.
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House reps push for early plebiscite on econ const amend

Members of the House of Representatives, including Deputy Speaker Jay-jay Suarez and Reps. Geraldine Roman, Jeffrey Khonghun, and Francisco Paolo Ortega, called for an early plebiscite on proposed amendments to the Constitution's restrictive economic provisions ahead of the May 2025 midterm elections.
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Sen Marcos says senators unaware of P26.7B AKAP in budget

Senator Imee Marcos stated on Thursday that senators were unaware of the P26.7 billion Ayuda sa Kapos ang Kita Program (AKAP) inserted in the 2024 budget.
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Marcos orders LRT fare hike deferment

Bataan 1st District Rep. Geraldine Roman praised the deferment of Light Rail Transit (LRT) Lines 1 and 2 fare hikes.
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House panel approves barangay microfinancing bill

On Monday, the House Committee on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprise Development approved a bill that aims to establish a barangay microfinance system.
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Sotto doubts Pope's civil union call will sway PH lawmakers

Senate President Vicente Sotto III claimed Pope Francis' comments supporting same-sex civil unions were taken out of context.
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Pope endorses same-sex civil unions, Duterte backs recognition

Pope Francis endorsed same-sex civil union laws, calling it a right for homosexuals to have legal coverage.
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