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[Heidi @heiditorralba]

"Intellectual humility is only possible when you start with an admission of ignorance."

[Tony Leachon MD @DrTonyLeachon]

Betrayal of Public Trust: Why Ralph Recto Must Resign

By Dr. Tony Leachon

The unanimous decision of the Supreme Court declaring the siphoning of PhilHealth funds unconstitutional is not merely a legal rebuke—it is a moral indictment. Executive Secretary Ralph Recto, who as finance secretary orchestrated the transfer of billions from PhilHealth, has betrayed the public trust and violated the very laws designed to protect the health of our people.

This was no accident. It was a premeditated setup, engineered through rider provisions and political maneuvering, to divert PhilHealth’s lifeline into pork barrel projects and infrastructure. In doing so, Recto undermined the Sin Tax Law and the Universal Health Care Law, both of which were enacted to ensure sustainable financing for health services.

Recto himself admits that the decision was “politically wrong,” though he insists it was “fiscally correct.” This reveals the heart of the betrayal: he values fiscal optics over human lives. He chose discipline of numbers over discipline of compassion. Yet the truth remains—a nation’s health is its true wealth.

The defense that “smart people” in the Department of Finance supported the move only deepens the tragedy. Intelligence without wisdom, and cleverness without moral values, are dangerous when wielded against the most vulnerable. The Supreme Court has spoken clearly: the act was unconstitutional, and the funds must be returned. But accountability demands more than restitution—it demands resignation.

Ralph Recto deserves to step down. His actions have eroded confidence in our institutions, endangered the health of millions, and mocked the very spirit of universal health care. The people deserve leaders who protect life, not those who gamble with it.

Health is not a fiscal footnote. It is the foundation of national strength. To betray it is to betray the nation itself.

#RelentlessForChange

@bilyonaryo_ph

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

Wild how “being offended” has turned into a pastime. Some people really wake up looking for something to cry about.

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

It's that time of the year

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

I'm here for the meltdowns. 😁

[Kaelan Dorr @Kaelan]

So to recap. Donald Trump is endorsed by…
- RFK Jr.
- Tulsi Gabbard
- Elon Musk
- Joe Rogan
- Tucker Carlson
- Hulk Hogan
- Dr. Phil
- Buzz Aldrin

And Kamala is endorsed by…
- The Diddy List

Choose wisely, America

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

The moderators don't seem to be fair here. #PresidentialDebate #PresidentialDebate2024

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

@farrahgarcia @mikkogozalo It's somehow therapeutic 😆

[Breaking911 @Breaking911]

PATHETIC: NBC News asks Gold Star mom Kelly Hoover if it was appropriate for President Trump to visit Arlington National Cemetery

"Are you in my shoes? I invited him. My son was murdered under the Biden-Harris administration."

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

Seeing a lot of posts from the left that Vance f'ed a couch, even Walz joked about it. The rumor has been debunked, but they're still running with it.

They really should just stick to criticism that has a proper basis and focus on policies. #USElection2024

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

@TalktoBPI please check my DM. It's urgent.

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

I love Sunday resets 😌✨

[James Lucas @JamesLucasIT]

Thread of movie scenes inspired by art 🧵

1. Shutter Island - Klimt's Kiss

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

Stuffed and grateful.

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

It's beginning to smell like Thanksgiving ☺️

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

@mikkogozalo LOL

The only exceptions to this ban are foreign tourists staying in hotels, resorts, restaurants, and similar establishments certified as "tourist-oriented" by the Department of Tourism

🙃

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

I think it's stupid that they implement a liquor ban during the elections for a "peaceful and fair environment for voters to express their choices" when people make wrong choices even when they're sober And the elections get rigged anyway. Oops.

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

Good luck to my legs tomorrow.

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

Vampires Suck >>> Twilight

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

"Pizza, ice cream, cereal. Come on! Good morning!"

[Heidi @heiditorralba]

Manggang hilaw craving satisfied 💚