Castro: Teachers not blamed, remarks taken out of context
Presidential Press Officer Claire Castro defended her remarks that some teachers violate moral standards, stating she did not blame them but aimed to highlight their role in guiding youth. Teacher groups pushed back, and Castro refused to apologize.
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