Ashley Roman

Qatar • Philippines

[Ashley Roman @shlyrmn]

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[Maine Mendoza @mainedcm]

Hi everyone. I realized my initial reaction when the issue first broke came across as informal and casual. Felt the need to speak out immediately after hearing the news and listening to Arjo’s side regarding the alleged ‘involvement’. Forgive me for speaking up again this time. I know it may be wiser to stay silent while the investigation is ongoing, but I cannot let my last tweet be my only statement.

I am well aware of the accusations, criticisms and judgments being thrown at my husband, me, and our family. After being bombarded with vile remarks the past 48 hours, I will not pretend they don’t sting, but I will also not allow lies to define who we are.

Not a single part of our life has been built on taxpayers’ money. Everything we have comes from years of work and savings. We pay our taxes, and we pay them truthfully, because we respect the same system we are accused of betraying. Both of us (and our families) are financially capable of sustaining the lives that we live, and it’s personally offensive to be accused of spending money that we have rightfully earned outside politics. It’s unfair to reduce everything that we are and everything that we have worked for to that single narrative.

I will never accept the narrative that accuses us of stealing and living off taxpayers’ money. That is not who Arjo is, that is not who I am, and that is not who we are—no amount of noise and accusations will ever make it true. And if Arjo ever did anything dishonest, if he were truly guilty, I certainly wouldn’t defend him and cover for him. Accuse him of other things if you wish, but not of stealing from people—that is one line he has never crossed, and never will.

I get that the current allegations, photos taken out of context, and the stories being spread online may look different to some. But let’s not forget that perception is not always reality. Narratives can be twisted so easily, and many are quick to believe what fits their perspective. But the truth always finds its way to light and that’s what we are holding on to.

And when the truth comes out, I hope those who judged and condemned us so quickly—especially those who filled platforms and our spaces with all sorts of hate—also take a moment to recognize how harsh and hasty their judgments were. But we all know that rarely happens. Because even when the truth is presented, some would rather ignore it and just keep on condemning.

It is truly distressing to see people suffer in times of crisis because of corrupt politicians who put self-interest above all else, alongside their accomplices. Nakakagalit talaga. And we also believe those who are truly guilty should face accountability. Again, the truth will reveal itself in the end. We can only hope and pray that the justice system delivers justice to those who deserve it and to whom it’s due. I know we may be easy targets, but you are condemning the wrong people.

I understand that people will choose to believe what they want to believe, and some will continue to mock, criticize, and crucify us no matter what. But legal actions will be taken, and Arjo will clear his name by proving his innocence. Let’s allow due process to run its course before we condemn. God knows the truth, and we stand with clean hands.

Remember the three sides to every story: their version, our version, and the truth. And we are confident that we stand on the side of truth. Arjo has nothing to hide. He has never been guilty of stealing. I’ll end with this, not all politicians are corrupt—some are just convenient targets. The real villains are celebrating quietly in the shadows.

[Ashley Roman @shlyrmn]

Ok lang

[allkpop @allkpop]

#BTS #Jungkook leaves for Qatar to promote the '2022 World Cup' https://t.co/4Y8KwUJ5ie

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Day off with Papang

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30… 🎉

[beatriz @jakexshalala]

If ever he wins and turns out to be a good leader, then I will accept the mere fact that I was wrong for doubting him. But if ever this country crumpled up. I will blame. I will blame those 30 million Filipinos for being so blind. SANA MALI KAMI, SANA TAMA KAYO.

[Ashley Roman @shlyrmn]

12 na nga yan undervote pa nga ako hindi parin pumasok si Chel, grabe talaga grabe

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Mas marami pang boto si Robin kaysa kay Leni grabe talaga

[Toñet @tonetjadaone]

I’ve lost my faith in COMELEC. Who will protect our votes?

[Ashley Roman @shlyrmn]

Dapat Ihabol niyo pa si Pacquiao, nahiya pa kayo.

[Meri @yram_f]

Sa kaka “deserve ko ‘to” wala na kong pera.

[Ashley Roman @shlyrmn]

Hindi na healthy yung pagiging platinum member ko sa shopee.

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Yung ganitong energy sana pls. 😂

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The last few hours have just been vertigo, nausea, throw up and repeat. 🤢🤮

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Andami ko gusto panuorin pero kahit isa wala ako masimulan 🤣🥲

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Kahit magbayad ako ng tax on time wala paren ako ayuda hahahaha 🤣

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Puro bitin series sa Netflix. Kainis.

[Ashley Roman @shlyrmn]

Hay nako maynilad magsama kayo ng converge. Kailan pa naging 9:30am ang 6am.