Bong Go extends aid to essential workers in Angono, Rizal; commends gov’t agencies for extending support to vulnerable sectors amid pandemic Senator Christopher “Bong” Go continued his efforts to help struggling communities as he sent his team to Rizal province and distributed assistance to 123 farmers and fisherfolk in the town of Angono on Monday, August 23. Go’s staff ensured that necessary safety and health protocols were strictly observed during the relief efforts conducted at Angono Lakeside EcoPark. They also grouped the
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beneficiaries into smaller batches to further prevent the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The recipients then received meals, masks, face shields, and vitamins. Some beneficiaries also brought home new pairs of shoes, bicycles, and computer tablets that are intended to help their children who are pursuing studies under the blended learning set-up. The Senator, through his
video message, lauded several government agencies for continuously extending their programs to communities in need. “Ayaw man ng gobyernong isara muli ang ekonomiya dahil marami pong nawawalan ng trabaho, marami pong naghihirap po dahil sa pagsasara ng ekonomiya. Ngunit, inuuna po namin ni Pangulong Duterte ang kalusugan at buhay po ng bawat Pilipino,” Go expressed.
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