PGMA's Statement during the 42nd General Assembly and 2nd Best Practices Awarding Rites of the League of Cities of the Philippines (LCP) |
Harana Ballroom, Hyatt Regency Hotel, Pasay City (04 August 2003) |
| The plaque of the state
of appreciation that you gave me for what we did last Sunday, I'd like to take this
opportunity to recognize your support and appreciation, and to let you and your
constituents know that impartial justice, due process and good governance, as you have
shown, are taking their course. There is no reason for anybody to cry out persecution or
witch hunting. The investigation is now in an advanced stage and will soon account for all those involved. The evidence is mounting and is substantial and solid. Now, listen to me, this is what I want to quote: I expect that we can lift the State of Rebellion earlier than expected. We can lift the State of Rebellion earlier than expected as we mop up the fringes of the conspiracy. Those who have nothing to hide should not play hide and seek with the authorities. The prime suspects are being kept in safe quarters with full access to lawyers and legislative inquiries in their place of detention. The normalization process will speed up as the wheels of criminal justice turn. We will not relent in the pursuit of vital reforms in the armed forces even as we now turn our sights on the essential tasks of nation building. And let me say that the essential task of nation building are made easier because we have local governments and cities that do this best practices. Congratulations! |