MANILA, Philippines — Political opposition members, artists, celebrities, and church leaders held an online concert on Thursday, August 27, to celebrate detained Senator Leila de Lima’s 61st birthday. According to Robredo, they are continuing De Lima’s fight against injustice as they owe it to her to push for the things she initiated. “Kaya sa’yo po Sen. Leila, nandito po kami, hindi ka nag-iisa. (That’s why Senator Leila, we are here, you are not alone. We carry on your fight and justice and freedom for you are among our primary goals, please hold on.)

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer August 27, 2020 17:15 UTC