“Harry Roque’s behavior and statements during the Nov. 24, 2016 hearing have gravely affected the moral sensibilities of Kabayan Partylist members and supporters,” according to the resolution. “Because of Harry Roque’s acts and pronouncements without the prior approval of the Board, the reputation of Kabayan party-list as a party engaged in principled advocacies was/is being gravely tarnished. Serious doubts were cast on the genuineness of Kabayan party-list on its ability to deliver its core advocacies,” it said. “Kabayan party-list members and supporters have lost their trust and confidence in Harry Roque’s ability to genuinely advance the core advocacies of the party-list,” the group added. Earlier this month, Roque sought his colleague’s expulsion from the House for his “illegal schemes and machinations.” SFM/rga

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer January 24, 2017 08:40 UTC