VP Sara: May the fire Bonifacio started rekindle sense of patriotism among Filipinos

Vice President Sara Duterte on Wednesday expressed hope that Andres Bonifacio’s courage and heroism will instill a deep sense of patriotism among Filipinos as the country commemorates his 159th birth anniversary. 

In a statement, Duterte highlighted Bonifacio’s love for the country and how it can inspire the nation to be united in facing difficulties.

“May his extraordinary love of our country continue to inspire us to be constantly united in overcoming the difficulties we face as a nation and realize our shared aspirations of a better life for all,” she said.

“[M]ay the fire he started in the name of freedom rekindle a deep sense of patriotism among us as we usher in a future strongly forged by our unyielding solidarity and our own acts of selflessness, courage, and bravery for our country and our fellow Filipinos,” she added.

For his part, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. called on Filipinos to honor the Filipino hero by being “dutiful and law-abiding” citizens.

He also urged the citizens to be vigilant in protecting the country from social ills.—Giselle Ombay/AOL, GMA Integrated News