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READ: Lea Salonga's opinion about the Marcoses create buzz online

By AEDRIANNE ACAR

Broadway superstar Lea Salonga found herself in the middle of a hot debate on Twitter over the Marcoses and Martial Law.

Netizen Shanice Garcia (@shanicegarcia), a graphic designer, shared on Twitter Lea’s Facebook conversation with Hendri Go, wherein the latter asked the singer her stand on the Marcoses.

Lea replied saying that the Marcos family have been good to her and her family. She also explained that former First Lady Imelda Marcos was instrumental for many Filipino artists to get a good education abroad.

Meanwhile, Twitter user Eugenie Huibonhoa (‏@eugenienicole ), commented on Garcia's post.

The OPM legend responded to @eugenienicole tweet to further explain her side.

Lea agreed with @eugenienicole that victims of Martial Law should not be ignored.

Moreover, the talented singer clarified that she doesn't doubt the truth about the horrors of Martial Law.

 

Lea also takes pride in performing in Malacañang for whoever is the sitting president.

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