JESSE M. ROBREDO: A SHINING EXAMPLE OF WHAT GOOD GOVERNCE MEANS

THE LATE DILG SECRETARY JESSE M. ROBREDO has never been a national politician until he became Secretary of the DILG.  He battled with the political controversies associated with running a public office and running an office as cabinet secretary.  The public outpouring of sympathy for his death and the unabashed expression of grief by the public showed us that the principles he worked for and the way he demonstrated the possibility of getting out of traditional politics which is the cause of backwardness of our society.  This gave hope to millions of our countrymen who seem to be helpless under the prevailing situations.  He showed us that there is hope.  It is our sincere wish that our future politicians will be like him.  Only then can we a brighter future.  Public office is never a means to enrich or protect one's self-interest but a means to serve the public.

PAKIKIRAMAY

The Department of Peace Studies, (Faculty Members and Students) condoles with the family of Krizel Mae Arellano (December 8, 1994-August 24, 2012).  Krizel is a 2nd year student of BAPS who died in a tragic vehicular accident on August 24, 2012 in Camalig, Albay.  She is from Jovellar, Albay.  Let us pray for the peace of her soul.

The Faculty members and students of the Department paid their last respects to Krizel.

JESSE M. ROBREDO (May 27, 1958-August 18, 2012)

The Department of Peace Studies extend its condolences with the family of Honorable Jesse M. Robredo, Secretary of the Department of Interior and Local Government, Republic of the Philippines.  We have lost a good man, an honest man and a man of vision.  But his legacy will inspire our young people and our students to pursue excellence in leadership and in service.

File Photo of BAPS Batch 2005 with then Mayor Jesse M. Robredo. On a field trip in 2004 to visit and observe the anti-poverty alleviation program of the City of Naga noted for its success.