Every time the nation watches the ongoing impeachment proceedings unfold, we are reminded of a fundamental principle of democracy: no public office is too high to escape scrutiny.
The presidency. The vice presidency. The Senate. The Supreme Court.
We debate them. We criticize them. We demand transparency. We ask whether they deserve the public’s trust because public office demands public accountability.
So why do we suddenly shrug our shoulders and soften when it comes to the youngest elected officials in government?
As August begins and communities across the country mark Linggo ng Kabataan with programs, ceremonies, and celebrations, perhaps this year’s conversation should move beyond celebrating youth leadership. We have long settled the question of whether young people are capable of leading.
