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In Greek drama, masks were useful devices that allow the actor to play several different characters. In the Philippine political drama, nothing much differs. Mr. President, distinguished colleagues. Today, I rise on a matter of personal and collective privilege.

Mr. President: Constitutional Provisions Paragraph (1), Section 28, Article VI of the 1987 Constitution provides that: "The rule of taxation shall be uniform and equitable. The Congress shall evolve a progressive system of taxation."

condole and offer my prayers to the passing of a leader of all generations, Mrs. Corazon Aquino, who until her remaining years continued to inspire and guide our countrymen towards the ideals of public service and the true essence of democracy.

Few have contributed so much for the democratic space Filipinos now possess. Let us all pray for the turnaround of Cory's condition and her recovery. Now that the institutions of that democracy have been weakened by continuous and continuing assaults by the powers that be, all the more does the nation need her uncompromising faith in democracy and her unflinching advocacy for good governance.