Labor groups protest ‘fake anti-dynasty bill’ as it nears House approval

MANILA, Philippines — Labor groups on Thursday trooped to the House of Representatives to denounce what they called a sham bid to outlaw political dynasties. Their move comes as the lower chamber goes closer to passing a legislation that will bar second degree relatives from holding office at the same time. “House Bill No. 8389… is a deception against workers and the masses because it is a ‘fake anti-dynasty bill’ led by elitist dynasties,” the Partido Lakas ng Masa (PLM), who led the protest alongside other labor groups, said in a statement. “This is clearly a scam against the people!” […]…

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المصدر: Inquirer (PH)