Here’s the comment of Ping Lacson on proposed paid menstrual leave
PING LACSON – The former senator was criticized by netizens online due to his comment on proposed menstrual leave.
Representative Arlene Brosas of the Gabriela Women’s Party-list has introduced House Bill 7758, which proposes to provide women with up to two days of paid leave per month for menstrual pain. If the bill is enacted, the Philippines will join a group of countries including Japan, Indonesia, South Korea, Taiwan, Vietnam, Zambia, and most recently, Spain, that also provide paid menstrual leave to their employees.
Apparently, these leaves cannot be accumulated or converted into cash. This implies that women cannot save up their menstrual leaves for future use or exchange them for bonuses.
The proposal generated reactions from ordinary individuals and well-known personalities. Among those who reacted is former Senator Ping Lacson.
On Twitter, he wrote: “Maternity leave, paternity leave and now, menstrual leave – all with pay. Next time, a legislative measure will be filed mandating menopause and andropause allowances to increase the testosterone levels of workers.”
However, there were netizens who criticized him because of his comment. Here are some of the comments:
Meanwhile, Panfilo “Ping” Morena Lacson Sr. is a Filipino politician who previously served as a senator in the Philippines. He was born on June 1, 1948, in Imus, Cavite, Philippines.
Lacson was a former Philippine National Police (PNP) chief who gained notoriety for his crackdown on criminality during his term. He retired from the PNP in 2001 and later ran for public office. He has served as a senator since 2001, with a brief hiatus from 2004 to 2010.
Throughout his political career, Lacson has advocated for good governance, transparency, and accountability. He is known for his strong stance against corruption and his efforts to improve the efficiency of government services. He has authored several laws, including the Anti-Terrorism Act of 2020 and the National ID System Act.
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