By BENJIE OLIVEROS Bulatlat perspective The much-awaited testimony of Janet Lim-Napoles, suspected conduit in the pork barrel scam involving at least P10 billion ($232.5 million), before the Senate began today November 7. The Philippine National Police reportedly spent P150,000 ( $3.5 thousand) for her security. The government sent two lawyers from the Public Attorney’s Office…
Day: November 7, 2013
Napoles mum during senate hearing, urged to speak for her safety
“She is not just saving herself but also her patrons, including those yet to be named, exposed or charged. The Senate Blue Ribbon Committee must now exert efforts to get to the bottom of this scam beyond the blanket denial of Napoles.” – Bayan Muna Rep. Carlos Zarate
Groups ask Napoles: ‘Let the truth come out’
“A dark, powerful force undoubtedly emanating from Malacañang may stay Janet Lim-Napoles’ tongue and prevent her from spilling the beans in today’s Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing.” – Kabataan Partylist Rep. Terry Ridon