ASIA/PHILIPPINES – Cardinal David: “Political dynasties are a cancer for the country”

Manila – The historic non-violent revolution “EDSA People Power” is still incomplete: It requires genuine political reforms and an end to political dynasties.
This was stated by the Bishop of Kalookan, Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David, yesterday Sunday, November 30, at the Mass concluding the second “Trillion Peso March” at the EDSA People Power Monument in Quezon City. The struggle for transparency and accountability must continue throughout the country, he urged. It is a “peaceful revolution” that touches the conscience of every citizen, he said.
The Cardinal recalled that the country’s democratic system, although imperfect, “must be strengthened through civic vigilance, legal reforms, and public participation in governance.”
In the Philippine context, “political dynasties are one of the most malignant forms of cancer,” he stated, urging lawmakers to enact reforms to limit their influence. “It takes a kind of chemotherapy to eliminate these cancer cells before they metastasize,” David said.
Cardinal David also addressed President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., pointing to the mismanagement of public finances. He called for “transparent investigations,” respect for the rule of law, and “the completion of infrastructure projects that will bring tangible benefits to vulnerable populations.”
The Philippine Catholic community participated en masse in the peaceful demonstration that took place yesterday in the streets of Manila, which was understood as part of a “broader effort to support the spirit of EDSA and resist attempts to weaken democratic achievements.”
Representatives from the 86 Catholic dioceses across the country gathered for the second time since the march of September 21 to say “NO” to corruption. Prayer meetings were held in the dioceses to raise awareness in all provinces.

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