Sen. Loren Legarda in her robes as a senator-judge in the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte —Photo from her office
MANILA, Philippines — Preparing for the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte “is not merely a legal exercise,” Sen. Loren Legarda, a four‑term lawmaker who has been part of three impeachment trials, said in a statement on Monday.
“It is a test of judgment, conscience, and institutional duty. I have seen how impeachment trials test the strength of our institutions and the resolve of those who serve,” Legarda said.
“The process must rise above political factions and personal attacks, and focus only on the evidence, the Constitution, and whether the alleged acts warrant conviction,” she added.
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