MANILA, Philippines — Speaker Lord Allan Velasco on Tuesday recognized the role of the mainstream media in this time of the pandemic, commending them for preventing the spread of not just the coronavirus but also “of false or misleading information.”
In his message after administering the oath of office to newly elected officers and trustees of the Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas (KBP), Velasco noted the importance of reliable information.
“Timely, accurate, and verified information received thru the mainstream media has justly empowered our people, enabling greater and more equitable access to health care, preventing discrimination, and avoiding social stigmatizatio…
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