‘Fight, if necessary,’ Vice President Robredo tells Filipinos on Heroes Day

MANILA – Vice President Leni Robredo urged Filipinos on National Heroes Day to “fight, if necessary” for the country despite fear and uncertainty during the coronavirus pandemic.

Monday’s national holiday honors those “who fought, fought, sacrificed for our nation; who spoke truth to power and faced death or persecution; who showed courage and, in doing so, helped shape our destiny as a people, ”said Robredo.

“We honor not one or a few names, but the countless others who were, or continue to be, animated by the same imperatives that drive us in times of crisis: Love those who are beyond your immediate circle; expand these circles to go beyond family or friends; take care of the community, take care of the country, “said the vice president in a statement.

“Do this, despite fear and uncertainty. Fight, if necessary; do not be cowed by the fight or the sacrifice. Be kind and brave, ”he added.

As the country grapples with the COVID-19 crisis, “the spirit of our heroes lives” among medical professionals, community leaders, government workers, uniformed services, volunteers, and “the average Filipino who is willing and willing to broaden the scope of his compassion, ”said Robredo.

“May the courage of our heroes continue to inspire us, as we face difficult times once again,” he said.

The Day of the National Heroes marks the anniversary of the Grito de Pugad Lawin of 1896, the beginning of the Philippine Revolution against the Spanish colonizers.