Marcos son at House flag ceremony

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Marcos son at House flag ceremony   House Senior Deputy Majority Leader and Ilocos Norte 1st District Rep. Ferdinand Alexander Marcos urged government employees to reflect on what it truly means to be public servants during the flag raising ceremony at the House of Representatives on Monday.   Video by Reina C. Tolentino  Subscribe to The Manila Times Channel - https://tmt.ph/YTSubscribe   Visit our website at https://www.manilatimes.net   Follow us:  Facebook - https://tmt.ph/facebook  Instagram - https://tmt.ph/instagram  Twitter - https://tmt.ph/twitter  DailyMotion - https://tmt.ph/dailymotion   Subscribe to our Digital Edition - https://tmt.ph/digital   Check out our Podcasts:  Spotify - https://tmt.ph/spotify  Apple Podcasts - https://tmt.ph/applepodcasts  Amazon Music - https://tmt.ph/amazonmusic  Deezer: https://tmt.ph/deezer  Tune In: https://tmt.ph/tunein  #TheManilaTimes #tmtnews  #sandromarcos

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00:00In the words of Mahatma Gandhi, the best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.

00:06These simple yet profound words remind us that our chosen path is not one of privilege but of purpose.

00:14More than just a job, public service is a lifelong commitment.

00:18It is about dedicating ourselves to something bigger, something bigger than ourselves.

00:23The well-being of our communities, the progress of our nation and the dignity of every Filipino.

00:30In our respective spheres of influence, we measure success not by what we achieve for ourselves

00:36but by the positive impact we make on the lives of others.

00:40It is not always easy.

00:42There are days of great challenge, times of doubt and moments when the weight of responsibility can feel overwhelming.

00:49But it is in these moments that we are called to be stronger, to remain steadfast and to remember why we are here.

00:56To make a difference.

00:58To ensure that every Filipino, regardless of status or circumstance, can enjoy a better and more fulfilling life.

01:07Sacrifice comes with the territory.

01:10Dedication is non-negotiable.

01:13But the rewards are unlike any other.

01:16When we see children in our communities given the chance to go to school,

01:21when farmers gain access to resources they need,

01:25when the vulnerable feel protected and heard,

01:28that is when we realize that what we do and fight for truly matters.

01:34At the heart of public service is a commitment to uphold justice and fairness for all.

01:41Our former President, President Ferdinand Edelin Marcos, once envisioned a government that serves as the guardian of the law's majesty,

01:50the source of justice to the weak and solace to the underprivileged,

01:55a ready friend and protector of the common man,

01:58and a sensitive instrument of his advancement and not captivity.

02:03This remains as true today as it was then.

02:08Our role is to be the bridge that connects the government to the people,

02:13ensuring that justice is not just a concept, but a lived reality, especially for those who need it most.

02:21The privilege of serving the public comes with a profound responsibility.

02:26To listen, to understand, and to act.

02:30Our role is not merely to speak, but to ensure that the voices of the unheard are amplified and addressed.

02:37Every bill we propose, every law we pass, every reform we champion,

02:43must be grounded in the principle that governance exists not to rule, but to uplift.

02:49Public service is a constant balancing act between tradition and progress, authority and accountability.

02:57Leadership demands both conviction and adaptability, ensuring that decisions are guided by wisdom, not impulse.

03:05We must be strong enough to make tough decisions, yet humble enough to recognize when we need to listen and learn.

03:12Only through this balance can we create a government that is truly responsive to the needs of the people.

03:19We must remember that as public servants, we are nation builders.

03:25The work we do today shapes the lives of generations to come.

03:29Every law we pass, every reform we introduce, every initiative we push forward

03:35has the potential to shape futures, uplift families, and transform communities.

03:41This is why our efforts must always be accurate in genuine service,

03:46in a leadership that prioritizes progress over policy, over politics,

03:51and in a governance that ensures no Filipino is left behind.

03:57And in this journey of service, we do not walk alone.

04:02We are surrounded by fellow leaders, colleagues, and government workers who share the same vision

04:09to see a Philippines that is just, progressive, and full of opportunity for all.

04:15My dear colleagues in the House of Representatives, as we raise our flag today,

04:20may it serve as a powerful reminder of the responsibility we carry

04:26to rise above personal ambition and dedicate our time, energy, and purpose to the service of our nation.

04:35Let us immerse ourselves in the work that truly matters,

04:39for in losing ourselves in service, we discover the best version of who we are.

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