Group Slams 'Double Standards' in Prisons Amid Romualdez Aide Issue
A political prisoner support group, Kapatid, has strongly criticized the 'double standards' within the Philippine prison system following reports that former Speaker Martin Romualdez has a personal aide while detained. The group highlighted ongoing corruption and abuse of public trust within correctional facilities.
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