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Article: De Venecia urges GMA to lead a 'moral revolution'.(Main News)
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- October 18, 2007
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Byline: BEN R. ROSARIO
Saying she has the opportunity to become the "greatest President in Philippine history," Speaker Jose de Venecia called on President Arroyo to lead a "moral revolution" that would rid government and society of corruption.
De Venecia said Mrs. Arroyo has the power to "cleanse the Cabinet, cleanse the BIR (Bureau of Internal Revenue), the national police and even the local government units because of the power of the Ombudsman. He also admitted that Congress was not exempted from charges of graft.
"When I say this, I mean I am not without sin. I am 70, and I want to leave a good legacy for my country, for my children, and ...