鈥楽UPREMO鈥� Andres Bonifacio, the Supremo (supreme leader) of the Katipunan, is among the most revered heroes of the Philippine Revolution. 鈥� As the nation marked the 161st birth anniversary of national hero Andres Bonifacio on Saturday, November 30, 2024, Filipinos were urged to 鈥渞eject fear, division, and discord鈥� amid the ongoing political feud. 鈥擨NQUIRER PHOTO
MANILA, Philippines 鈥� As the nation marked the 161st birth anniversary of national hero Andres Bonifacio, Filipinos were urged to 鈥渞eject fear, division, and discord鈥� amid the ongoing political feud.
Speaker Martin Romualdez said in a message for Bonifacio Day, Nov. 30, that Filipinos should remember the hero鈥檚 courage and sacrifices. He also聽stressed 鈥渢he vital role of integrity, unity, and accountability in nation-building.鈥�
鈥淚n these challenging times, when the principles of democracy and good governance are put to the test, let us draw inspiration from Bonifacio鈥檚 bravery and steadfast commitment to the truth,鈥� said the top leader of the House of Representatives.
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鈥淗is life reminds us that genuine leadership demands not just strength, but also respect for others and a deep sense of responsibility to uphold the greater good,鈥� he added.
Bonifacio was leader of the Kataastaasang Kagalanggalangang Katipunan ng mga Anak ng Bayan, a revolutionary society that aimed to liberate the Philippines from Spanish colonial rule.
According to the Speaker of the House of Representatives, respecting Bonifacio鈥檚 memory requires 鈥渟afeguarding the democracy and freedom he fought so valiantly to achieve.鈥�
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鈥淟et us reject fear, division, and discord, and instead work together in the spirit of 鈥楤ayanihan鈥� to build a nation grounded on peace, justice, and prosperity for all.鈥�
鈥淎s we commemorate Bonifacio鈥檚 legacy, may his patriotism inspire us to remain vigilant, principled, and united as we navigate these turbulent times,鈥� he likewise said.