By Billy Begas
As Mother’s Day draws near, former Speaker and incumbent Davao del Norte Rep. Pantaleon Alvarez has renewed his call to pass the divorce bill aimed at helping mothers who are victims of “unfortunate marriages.”
“Marami ng mga nanay ang lumapit sa akin. Ang tanong lagi eh Cong, kailan pa po ba magiging batas ang Divorce? Pagod at hirap na raw sila sa kahihintay. Kung pwede ko lang i-magic, ginawa ko na para marami na ang makalaya sa mali at mapang-abusong pagsasama,” Alvarez said.
Alvarez said the proposed bill provides critical safeguards and resources for mothers during the divorce process, ensuring that they receive the legal protections, support, and rights they deserve.
“Panahon na para bigyan natin ang mga nanay ng second chance na deserve nila. Let’s give the necessary legal protections and support systems for mothers, allowing them to rebuild their lives and create a brighter future for themselves and their children,” he added.
Alvarez said that he understands the “emotional toll that unfortunate marriages take on mothers and their families.”
“Hindi madali ang pinagdaanan ng mga Nanay na ito mula mga failed marriages. Pagod na ang mga iyan, they are drained physically, emotionally, financially. Tulungan naman natin sila. Ito ay isa sa mga magagawa natin para sa kanila. Ang palayain sila sa kapirasong papel na humahadlang na makapag simula sila muli,” he said.
On Sunday, Alvarez said, “let us celebrate the strength and resilience of mothers, honoring their sacrifices and dedication.”
Alvarez urged his colleagues to support the bill.
