VP Sara Duterte honors modern-day heroes on National Heroes Day

Vice President Sara Duterte honored modern-day heroes on Monday, paying tribute to teachers, health workers, soldiers, overseas Filipino workers (OFWs), and ordinary citizens whose sacrifices she said, continue to uplift the nation.

In her National Heroes Day message, Duterte remembered the bravery of Filipinos who gave their lives for the country’s freedom, saying their courage and unity should inspire today’s generation.

“Sa araw na ito, inaalala natin ang kabayanihan ng lahat mga Pilipinong nag-alay ng buhay at lakas para sa kapakanan ng bansang Pilipinas. Kinikilala natin ang kanilang katapangan, kadakilaan, at pagkakaisa upang makamit ang ating kasarinlan,” Duterte said.

(On this day, we remember the heroism of all Filipinos who offered their lives and strength for the good of the nation. We recognize their courage, greatness, and unity in achieving our independence.)

The Vice President highlighted the heroism of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), who face danger daily to ensure the safety of communities. She also lauded teachers, doctors, nurses, and frontline workers for their dedication in serving the people.

Duterte extended her gratitude to OFWs for their sacrifices and perseverance to provide for their families while supporting the Philippine economy. She added that their hard work reflects the resilience of Filipinos who never give up in the face of challenges.

“Sa bawat Pilipinong lumalaban para sa pamilya, sa kapwa, at sa bayan, kayo ay bayani. Tayong lahat ay may kakayahan na baguhin ang takbo ng ating buhay at ng ating bansa,” she said.

(To every Filipino fighting for family, community, and country, you are a hero. We all have the ability to change the course of our lives and our nation.)

Duterte concluded her message by calling on Filipinos to continue loving and serving the country. — Sherilyn Untalan/RSJ, GMA Integrated News