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‘Federal Republic of the Philippines’ Pimentel expects Duterte to push federalism in his first SONA By Jelly F. Musico

MANILA, July 21 (PNA) – Presumptive Senate President Aquilino ‘Koko’ Pimentel III is expecting President Rodrigo Duterte to push the shift of the form of government to federalism in his first state of the nation address (SONA) on Monday. ”I’m hoping to hear some priority legislative suggestions from president and the shift to federalism,” Pimentel said in a Senate media interview. Pimentel, whose bid for Senate presidency has the support of at least 15 senators, said he is also hoping for the president to prioritize the income tax reform. ”Perhaps it’s (SONA) like a reportorial unless he has an idea of a new law or policy that needs congressional cooperation. Basta federal-

ism ang aking hinihintay,” Pimentel said. As expected, Pimentel said Pres. Duterte will also mention his ongoing all-out war against crimes, illegal drugs and corruption. In the Senate, outgoing Senate President Franklin Drilon filed last July 3 a resSee FEDERAL, page 12 President Rodrigo R. Duterte is assisted by Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman William ‘Butch’ Ramirez in waving the Philippine Flag during the Send-off Ceremony for the Philippines’ delegation to the Rio Olympics 2016 at the Rizal Hall of the Malacañan Palace on Monday, July 18, 2016. Also in the photo is Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) President Jose ‘Peping’ Cojuangco. (MNS photo)

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President Duterte has a selfie with Miss Universe 2015 Pia Wurtzbach after a courtesy call at the Malacanan Palace on Monday. Wurtzbach, representatives of Miss Universe, and Tourism Secretary Wanda Teo discussed the possibility of holding the 2016 Miss Universe in the Philippines. (MNS photo)

Pulse Asia: President Duterte is most trusted official; gets 91% rating By Janice M. Cave

MANILA, July 20 (PNA) – President Rodrigo Duterte is the most trusted official in the land with a high 91 percent rating, latest survey results from independent pollster Pulse Asia show. According to the survey on trust rating of top national officials conducted from July 2-8, an overwhelming 91 percent express trust in President Duterte and “practically no one distrusting him.” Among the geographical

areas, the chief executive enjoyed the highest trust rating in Mindanao, where he hails, with 97 percent. He got 89 percent apiece in both Luzon and Visayas, while 92 percent in the National Capital Region. Meanwhile, 62 percent of those surveyed expressed trust on Vice President Leni Robredo. Supreme Court Chief Justice Ma. Lourdes Sereno garnered a 35 percent trust rating. See PULSE ASIA, page 12

MANILA, July 20 (Mabuhay) – Philippine National Police (PNP) chief Ronald “Bato” dela Rosa on Wednesday said criminals are now in panic as the administration of President Rodrigo Duterte continues its intensified campaign against illegal drugs. “Nagpa-panic na sila, alam nila there’s no stopping us. Alam nila si Presidente hindi hihinto hangga’t hindi sila nakukuha,” Dela Rosa said. Dela Rosa said that based on crime statistics since Duterte assumed office, index crimes including robbery, carnapping, rape

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Raids to continue at homecare facilities to stop labor exploitation By Chito Parazo

Here in the US, Filipinos are known as healthcare professionals. Thousands are registered nurses, while many more work as caregivers, the latter of whom may be among the most loved healthcare workers, albeit receiving far lower wages than the RNs. But we have some good news for these homecare nurse aids, particularly Filipino caregivers, working in various board and care homes and assisted living facilities throughout California. The Department of Labor’s (DOL) Wage and Hour Division said healthcare employees working in excess of 40 hours or more

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have gone down. He, however, admitted that the cases of murder and homicide have increased. “Tignan natin ang crime statistics ngayon, ‘yung crime against property and persons like physical injuries, theft, robbery, rape, carnapping, significantly gone down, except murder and homicide, tumaas talaga. May corelation ‘yan,” he underscored. He attributed the lower crime index to the intensified campaign against illegal drugs. The PNP has said that from July 1 to 19,

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Arroyo camp denies Duterte’s involvement in ex-President’s release

MANILA, July 20 (Mabuhay) – The camp of former President and incumbent Pampanga Rep. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo on Wednesday debunked speculations that President Rodrigo Duterte had a hand in the dismissal of the plunder case against her. Macapagal-Arroyo’s lawyer, Lawrence Arroyo, said Duterte was not involved in the Supreme Court’s decision on the matter. “Walang kinalaman at all si Pangulong Duterte sa pagpapabilis ng paglabas ng [desisyon sa] kasong ito,� he said. In a statement after the High Tribunal announced its ruling, the former president thanked Duterte “for allowing due prcess to take its course totally unhampered.� Before he took office, Duterte said the case filed against Arroyo over the alleged misuse of the P366 million intelligence funds of the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) does not have a solid foundation, and that she was denied a speedy trial. Duterte revealed that he had offered to pardon Arroyo once he assumed the post, but she declined. Atty. Arroyo said his client turned down Duterte’s offer because she was “not willing� to confess to the crime she was accused of. “Si Pangulong Duterte is a lawyer and he knows his laws. Ang puwede niya lang gawin bilang isang Pangulo is magbigay ng pardon sa akusado, kung ang akusado ay convicted. Tinanggihan ni dating Pangulong Arroyo itong alok na pardon dahil naniniwala siya na wala siyang sala sa kasong ito,� he said.

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VP Robredo urges probe of extrajudicial killings MANILA, July 20 (Mabuhay) – Vice President Leni Robredo condemned Wednesday the spate of extrajudicial killings in the country recently, saying the Philippines should not foster a culture of fear. In a statement posted on her website, Robredo urged authorities to investigate the killings and bring those responsible to justice. “The rise in extra judicial killings is a call for all of us to uphold every person’s right to due process. Each of those Filipinos who were killed over alleged crimes were denied their right to a fair trial, and those lives may never be returned to their loved

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ones,” she said. “We strongly condemn the spate of extrajudicial killings that occurred recently. These senseless and unjust violence must stop. We should not foster a culture of fear in our society — one that tacitly accepts death and one that does not give respect to human life.” “We must all stand together in defending our human rights, as well as the rights of those who cannot fight for themselves.” Data gathered by the ABS-CBN Investigative and Research Group showed at least 486 drug-related fatalities all over the country from

May 10 to July 19, 2016. Metro Manila had the highest number of drug-related fatalities during the period with 141 dead, followed by Region 3 with 97. The data showed at least 336 people killed during police operations, 106 were killed by unidentified gunmen while 44 are considered “salvage” victims or victims of summary execution. Robredo earlier expressed alarm over the spate of killings of alleged drug pushers and users, saying the Department of Justice (DOJ) or the Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) must look into

these cases. “Nakakabahala lang kasi marami na talaga,” she said. “Ang nakakabahala dito yung baka nagcre-create na tayo ng culture of people taking law into their own hands, na hindi dapat tayo papayag.” She earlier expressed confidence that President Rodrigo Duterte will stay true to his promise of upholding the rule of law in his war against drugs. “Tingin ko naman hindi niya naman ico-condone yung parang vigilante-style na execution,” said Robredo.(MNS)

303 QC gov’t personnel tested positive in drug testing By Sammy F. Martin

MANILA, July 20 (PNA) – President Rodrigo Duterte is set to meet United States Secretary of State John Kerry later this month to strengthen their countries’ ties anew. The Presidential Communications Office said the President, Kerry and Foreign Affairs Secretary Perfecto Yasay Jr. will meet on July 26 to 27 in Manila. US State Department Deputy Spokesperson Mark Toner said they would discuss the “full range of our cooperation with the new administration.”

MANILA, July 19 (PNA) – A total of 303 Quezon City government personnel were found positive in recent drug testing, QC Anti Drug Abuse Advisory Council (QCADAAC) chairperson and Vice Mayor Joy Belmonte announced on Tuesday Topping the list were 172 barangay public safety officers (BPSO) or “tanods” have tested positive. The number forms part of the more than 300 barangay officials and employees which all tested positive for drug abuse based on the June 22, 2016 result submitted by QCADAAC. “This is very alarming considering that BPSOs are the force multiplier of the police in ensuring peace and order in our communities,” Belmonte said,. Aside from the BPSOs, also tested positive are two kagawads(village councilors), 52 street sweepers or ‘paleros,’ seven barangay health workers, 15 drivers, 15 utility work-

ers, 10 community brigade workers, 11 barangay staff, one member of the task force on youth development, three from the violence against women and children, eight from the lupon ng tagapamayapa (peace council) and seven fire volunteers. As of June 22, of the city’s total 142 barangays , 106 underwent the drug testing. The figure represents a completion rate of 74.64 percent. At the press conference, Belmonte disclosed that a sizeable amount of the supplemental budget of the city government would be set aside for the building of additional infrastructure for drug rehabilitation. According to Belmonte, the request for increased funding was necessary in order for the city government to effectively implement its drug treatment and rehabilitation program, including construction of additional rehabilitation centers for drug dependents in each of the city’s

six districts. She said the city government, through QCADAAC, was spending at least Php400 a day to rehabilitate a drug user. “This is a big investment for Quezon City,” the Vice Mayor said. Earlier, Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista unveiled the city government’s plan to build more rehabilitation centers to accommodate suspected drug personalities in the city who had agreed to voluntarily surrender to authorities and pledged to stop any involvement in the illegal drug trade. Belmonte also disclosed that the Department of Health (DOH) has already approved the request for additional beds at the Tahanan, or the QC Drug Treatment and Rehabilitation Center in Barangay Payatas. “Our request for additional 150 beds has already been approved by the DOH,” said Belmonte.

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House introduces bill to stop H1-B Visa ‘abuse’ Legislation will stop companies from outsourcing American jobs VISTA, Calif. – Congressman Darrell Issa (R-Calif.) has announced a new, bipartisan legislation to stop the outsourcing of American jobs by companies abusing the H1-B visa program. H.R. 5801, the “Protect and Grow American Jobs Act,” led by Congressman Darrell Issa, is introduced with support from the entire San Diego Congressional Delegation, industry stakeholders, and immigration policy leaders including Congressman Lamar Smith (R-TX). “First and foremost, this bill is about protecting American jobs. The highskilled visa program is critical to ensuring American companies can attract and retain the world’s best talent,” Issa said in introducing the bill. “Unfortunately, in recent years,

this important program has become abused and exploited as a loophole for companies to replace American workers with cheaper labor from overseas. The bill we’ve put forward is simple, bipartisan and will go a long way to fixing one of the many problems with our broken immigration system.” From the other side of the aisle, Rep. Scott Peters (D-Calif.) said “Innovators across San Diego rely on high-skilled visas to maintain a talented workforce. To ensure these visas are available for those who need them, we need strong systems in place to prevent abuse and protect jobs for American workers. This commonsense fix updates our high-skilled visas to reduce abuse of the system and ensures a level playing field for American workers. Texas Rep. Lamar Smith said H.R. 5801 updates the H-1B visa program to protect the wages and opportunities of hardworking Americans.

The bill is designed to “close a major loophole in our high skilled immigration system,” according to Issa. Included in those changes were requirements for employers that had more than 15 percent of their employers on H1-Bs to file attestations that suitable American employees could not be found. Exemptions were also created for these employers to reduce the burden of the attestations if certain criteria were met. Two of these exemptions have been widely abused: The H-1B employee earns at least $60,000 annually The H-1B employee holds the equivalent of a master’s degree or higher. Because Masters degrees are often easily obtained by foreign workers and the $60,000 salary requirement was never indexed for inflation or updated, these two exemptions have allowed dependent companies to flood the H1-B lottery with applications and take up a disproportion-

ate amount of the visas that would otherwise go to highly skilled individuals that would not be working at dependent companies and would not displace American workers. The bill introduced by Reps. Issa and Peters eliminates the Masters Degree exemption and raises the $60,000 threshold to $100,000, making it much harder for firms to bring in workers at a salary that could undercut American jobs. The H1-B program was created by congress to help grow the economy by granting temporary visas to highly skilled individuals when employers could not find suitable employees in the American work force. Issa said “Over time, it became clear that some employers were abusing the system and disproportionately hiring foreign workers. To fix that, the law was changed in 1998 to put certain requirements on employers wishing to hire H1-Bs.”

Sandiganbayan issues hold departure order vs. ex-VP Binay, son Junjun MANILA, July 19 (Mabuhay) – The Sandiganbayan on Tuesday issued a hold departure order (HDO) against former Vice President Jejomar Binay Sr., his son, dismissed Makati mayor Jejomar Erwin “Junjun” Binay Jr. and 19 others in connection with criminal cases over the allegedly anomalous construction of the P2.28-billion Makati parking building. The Sandiganbayan Third Division’s order bars the two Binays and the other respondents in the cases from leaving the country except when there is prior approval from the anti-graft court.

The court directed the Bureau of Immigration to include the names of the Binays and the other respondents in the bureau’s Hold Departure List. “This Court, in the exercise of its inherent power to use all means necessary to carry its orders into effect, more specifically, to preserve and maintain the effectiveness of its jurisdiction over the case/s… Hereby orders the Commissioner of the Bureau of Immigration to hold departure from the Philippines of the above named accused,” a copy of the HDO read. Separate set of HDOs was issued

for each charge against the respondents in connection with the Makati parking building anomaly. Daniel Subido, lawyer of Binay, said that the HDO has no effect on the cases being heard by the anti-graft court against his client. “A Hold Departure Order is a necessary consequence of the mere filing of an Information in the Sandiganbayan. It is applicable to all,” Subido said. “We are confident that these frivolous cases will be dismissed,” he added. Binay Sr. is facing four counts of graft, nine counts of falsification of

public documents and one count of malversation of public funds in connection with the anomaly. The younger Binay, meanwhile, is facing two counts of graft and one count of malversation as co-accused of his father. These are apart from the graft and falsification of public documents cases that the Office of the Ombudsman had filed against the younger Binay in February of this year as primary accused for alleged anomalies in Phases IV and V of the construction of the Makati City Hall Building II also referred as the Makati Parking Building.

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Third Coast Guard cutter delivered to the PHL Navy

ALAMEDA, Calif. – A ceremony today in Coast Guard Base Alameda authorized the transfer of a third decommissioned Coast Guard cutter to the Philippine Navy as part of the Excess Defense Articles program. Rear Adm. Joseph M. Vojvodich, the Coast Guard’s Assistant Commandant for Acquisition and Chief Acquisition Officer, the presiding official, andRear Adm. Bayani Gaerlan, Commander Philippine Fleet, both signed the transfer documents that officially released the Coast Guard cutter to the Philippine government. The former San-Diego based Cutter Boutwell was christened into Philippine frigate BRP Andres Bonifacio prior to the ceremonial crew swap. “The Coast Guard is saddened that this cutter is no longer with our fleet, but we are also proud to send it on a new mission in the service of a great nation, under the capable watch of professional sailors and close friends,” said Vojvodich. “This storied ship will continue to execute vital maritime missions for the Republic of the Philippines; an important ally, as a trading partner, and as a compatriot in the struggle to preserve freedom of the seas to protect life at sea, and to combat

global terror.” Today’s ceremony marked the third delivery of a high-endurance Coast Guard cutter to the Philippine government. The two other decommissioned cutters were the San Diego-based Hamilton and Charleston, South Carolina-based Dallas. Under the EDA program, assets no longer needed and declared excess by the U.S. Armed Forces may be offered at reduced or no cost to eligible foreign recipients on an “as is, where is” basis in support of U.S. national security and foreign policy objectives, under authorities established in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 and the Arms Export Control Act. Typically, EDA is transferred to support U. S. allies in their modernization efforts and to assist Latin American and Caribbean nations in their counter-narcotics programs. In Boutwell’s case, the cutter is an $8 million grant, but the Philippine Navy is investing $16 million to modernize and outfit the cutter in the U.S. as part of the transfer program. The U.S. Coast Guard also benefits from the transfer by saving over $12 million in ship disposal costs. Both nations benefit by improving maritime safety and security mission capacity in the international waters surrounding the Republic of the Philippines. Boutwell was decommissioned March 16 at San Diego after 48 years of service to the nation. Boutwell is the third and longest-serving cutter named after the former Secretary of the Treasury, George Sewall Boutwell.

The 2016 Miss Philippines USA (MPUSA) beauty pageant coronation was held last July 17, Sunday, at the Alex Theatre in Glendale California, with the former Miss Universe Gloria Diaz gracing the event. The pageant was organized by Ms. Lou Razon, founder and executive producer of the beauty pageant. In photo (from left) are the winners: Ms. Kalea Lorren Pitel, 2016 Miss Philippines USA, Ms. Louise An, Miss Philippines Ambassador, Miss Popularity and Best in Gown competition, Ms. Danica Camacho, 1st Runner-up, Best in Swimsuit competition, Best in Talent competition, Ms. Clarissa Ilagan, 2nd Runner-up, Most Fabulous Dermaskin awardee and Ms. Alana Alonzo, 3rd Runner-up. The show was hosted by news anchor Cher Calvin of KTLA TV Channel 5 and broadcast personality Tony Cabrera. Photo: JUN CAMACHO

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Pinoy talents win top award in ‘Olympics of performing arts’ Poor boys from Philippine slums save team By Abner Galino

(City of Long Beach) THE Philippine team lived up to its billing as a powerhouse team in the “Olympics of the performing arts,” -- - officially known as the World Championships of the Performing Arts (WCOPA) -- held here in the city of Long Beach in California, USA. The Philippine team won the competition’s senior division highest award dubbed as the “Grand Champion Performers of the World.” A young vocalist from the US, Alexander Pantoja, bagged the WCOPA junior division’s Grand Champion Performer of the World award. A 12-man dance group called Jr. New System (JNS) bagged the top award for the Philippines with its humorous yet spine- chilling hip-hop dance routine.

Gerry Mercado, WCOPA-Philippines national director, expressed his adoration for the dance crew and to the entire pool of Filipino talents. “During the semi-finals, kinakabahan na kami. You know we really wanted to take back our crown. We have not won these top award for the last two years,” Mercado recalled. The key for the JNS’s win, Mercado said, was the difficulty and ingenuity their choreography. “I think they were able to show that they were just more than dancers. Hip-hop group or dance group is common. But 11 boys in high heels, stillettos -- - dancing and doing acrobatics is difficult. I think that’s what make them stand out tonight,” Mercado said. JNS manager and artistic director Marcial T. Visda also praised his wards for not succumbing to the

Ynoquio-Jara wedding. Proud parents (left) Wilder and Odette Leano-Ynoquio with newlyweds Tiffany and Victor Jara, Juan and Lupe Jara during the wedding at the Coco Palm Restaurant in Pomona last July 1, 2016. The newlyweds would like thanks all who joined the in celebrating the event.

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The members of the Jr. New System (JNS) celebrate on a street of Long Beach shortly after bagging the top WCOPA award.

pressure and physical exhaustion that they all went through during the competition. “Salamat at hindi binigo ‘yung mga kababayan natin na sinamahan kami dito, at ang aming national director (Mercado). Kinabahan din kami dahil sa unti-unting tinabas nang tinabas ang ating delegation mula noong elimination hanggang semi-finals. Kaya sabi nila JNS na lang pag-asa ng team. At hindi naman sila nabigo,” Visda said. Aside from the honor that the dance crew brought to the country, Mercado said the victory would also bring future financial rewards to each of the dancers. “These boys are poor. They came from the slums. They are making money from performing and that way that are able to support their families. Now, with this new recognition,

they would have more opportunities to perform and earn to help their families more,” Mercado said. In a related development, popular singer Jed Maddela, aformer WCOPA Grand Champion Performer of the World awardee, congratulated the Philippine team. “I am so happy for the Filipino-American community support. We owe a lot from them -- - hindi naman kami kinulang sa suporta. Doon pa sa mga nagpadala ng financial support, nagpadala ng mga pagkain or even those who give simple words of encouragement sa lahat ng mga contestant. We appreciate them,” Maddela said. Jed Madela was the first Filipino to win the Senior Grand Champion Performer of the World in 2005 was also inducted in WCOPA’s Hall of Fame in 2013.

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2016 UST Medical Reunion (Right photo), Dr. Jess Evangelista and Dr. Erlinda Gordon was taken in Manila Crown Plaza Hotel in January, 2016, where she received the Thomas Award for excellence in medical research at UST College of Medicine and Surgery. Below was the USTMAA 2016 Reunion in Long Beach, Hilton Hotel from July 3-6. The UST Medical Class’71 theme was Rio Carnival with Mas Que Nada samba dance which won top place. Over 1000 alumni attended while 40 of our Sapphire (45 years) jubilarian classmates attended. Dr. Erlinda Ma. Gordon shown third from left, recepient of the UST Outstanding Medical Alumni Award. IFAM Philippine delegation with PhilConGen staff and media from left: Steve Angeles, DOT Director Richmond Jimenez, Lydia Solis, Myrna Aquitania, Ruth Canlas, Atty. Ma. Tanya Lat, (Head of the IFAM Phil. delegation), Selma Ayim, (Mangyan artist), Consul Joy Ramirez, Cultural Officer Wilma Bautista and Andres Moran.

PHL featured indigenous products at the IFAM in Sta. Fe, New Mexico For the past three years, the Philippines has participated in the annual International Folk Art Market (IFAM) held in Santa Fe, New Mexico. This year, it was held on Jul 8 - 10, 2016. The annual event was the largest celebration of folk art worldwide. Its mission is “to celebrate and preserve living folk art traditions and to create economic opportunities for and with folk artists worldwide.” The annual IFAM in New Mexico featured colorful and beautiful handmade crafts worldwide, that showcased centuries-old traditions and customs of various indigenous cultures and identities. At a recent press conference held at the Philippine Consulate on Tuesday, July 5, 2016, the Philippine delegation to IFAM featured Philippine products such as the bayong sinuluyan baskets of the Mangyan tribe of Mindoro, the tapis of the Kalinga tribe, the hinabol of the Higanon tribe of Bukidnon and the tingkep baskets of the Pala’wan tribe of Palawan. Mangyan basket weaver, Selma Ayim from Oriental Mindoro was the featured artist, who spoke on her life as a basket weaver. She is a single mother who tends to her three children in the morning, sells her wares in the market on mid-day and weaves her baskets when she comes home in the afternoon until late in the evening. Selma’s diligence and strength in entrepreneurship, enables her to now play an active role in co-managing a group called SAKAHAMA (Samahang Kababaihan Hanunuo Mangyan), an organization of Mangyan Hanunuo women. This is a group which provides Mangyan women with higher stature in the community. These women now recognize that their roles are no longer limited as homemakers but they are now slowly taking initiatives to strengthen their organization, while at the same time engaging in enterprise development. In her own brief speech, Selma is grateful with her involvement in Sakahama’s community enterprise program, as she is now able to send her children to school, thus giving her the strength and stability in her personal and social life in the community. The Philippine delegation was sponsored by a non-government organization called Non-Timber Forest Products (NTFP) and its marketing arm, Custom Made Crafts Center, Inc. (CMCC).

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What to do with conditional greencard status in troubled marriages Marriage for many persons is the culmination of one’s life. Getting married signifies the beginning of a new phase in life, both socially and economically. For those persons who lack permanent residency in the United States and have married a United States citizen, marriage also presents an opportunity to obtain permanent residency. However, although the opportunity to obtain permanent residency arises in such situations, one must be aware of and comply with procedures in existence to obtain such status. Due to concerns that persons were becoming married to United States citizens merely to obtain permanent residence status, a two-step procedure under the Immigration Marriage Fraud Amendments of 1986 (IMFA) was set up to ensure such status was given to those only in marriages that are bona-fide and not entered into simply for immigration purposes. Under step one of the procedure, if a person is petitioned by his/her U.S. citizen spouse within 24 months after becoming married, that person is given only conditional permanent residence. Such conditional permanent residence status lasts for two years from the date on which it is

granted. Step two of the procedure involves the removal of the conditional label to permanent residence status. Removal of the conditional label is initiated by filing an I-751 Joint Petition to Remove Condition to Permanent Residence (“Joint Petition”). The Joint Petition provides an opportunity for the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (“USCIS”) to inquire as to the legitimacy of the marriage after conditional permanent residence is granted. Accordingly, documentation evidencing that the marriage was entered into for bona-fide reasons should be submitted as part of the Joint Petition. The Joint Petition must be filed with the USCIS service center in the 90 days immediately prior to the second anniversary of the granting of conditional permanent residence. Typically, upon the filing of the Joint Petition, a one-year extension

of the conditional permanent residence is granted. The extension affords the USCIS time to schedule an interview with the person seeking permanent residence, and to make a determination as to whether unconditional permanent residence will be granted for a ten-year period. In cases in which documentation submitted as part of the Joint Petition clearly show that the marriage is bona-fide and not merely for immigration purposes, INS may approve a Joint Petition without an interview. The procedure described hereinabove applies in situations where the marriage has not been terminated. Often, the Joint Petition cannot be filed or approved because the marriage, although bona-fide when entered into, has been terminated by divorce. May aliens become threatened of falling out of status once their marriage is in trouble because the spouse often refuse to cooperate or has filed a divorce petition. In such cases there is still hope and the prospect of obtaining unconditional permanent residence status still remains. A waiver of the joint petition requirement may be sought in such cases. Please note that this article is not

legal advice and is not intended as legal advice. The article is intended to provide only general, non-specific legal information. This article is not intended to cover all the issues related to the topic discussed. The specific facts that apply to your matter may make the outcome different than would be anticipated by you. This article does create any attorney client relationship between you and the Law Offices of Kenneth U. Reyes, APLC. This article is not a solicitation. Attorney Kenneth Ursua Reyes was President of the Philippine American Bar Association for 2005. He is a member of both the Family law section and Immigration law section of the Los Angeles County Bar Association. Mr. Reyes is a Certified Family Law Specialist. He is a graduate of Southwestern University Law School in Los Angeles and California State University, San Bernardino School of Business Administration. He has extensive CPA experience prior to law practice. LAW OFFICES OF KENNETH REYES, APLC is located at 3699 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 747, Los Angeles, CA, 90010. Tel. (213) 3881611 or e-mail kureyeslaw@gmail. com; visit at www.kenreyeslaw.com

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‘All Accounted For’ with Sergio Sy at PASCPA helm Veteran Accountant Sergio Sy had thought to take it easy upon reaching retirement age but instead found his hands loaded with so much “to do” and where else but in a profession he had devoted his life into – the field of accountancy. With his election to the presidency of the 300-strong Philippine-American Society of Certified Public Accountants (PASPA), he just found himself in a position where he could put his brilliant years of experience to benefit his fellow accountants and the business world they operate in to good use. Accountant Sy has been perceived as the “David” in the tax world who took up the cudgels in the past for his clients saddled with tax issues with the “Goliath” Internal Revenue Service (IRS). His win record for his clients is said to have been an envy in his field because of his dedication and commitment. One of the consequences of his experiences in battling the government tax behemoth was a how-to-book on strategies to win skirmishes with IRS which was launched with a book signing last July 16 coinciding with the organization’s Continuing Public Education Seminar at Embassy Suites in Glendale. The book, “How to Avoid IRS Audits” is a must read not only for practicing accountants but for the general public as well considering the reality that taxes is one of the two certainties that mortals have to inevitably contend with. The other is you know what. Sy is joined in PASCPA’S meeting the continuing and changing challenges of the nonprofit organization by an equally equipped and dedicated bunch of officers elected

last June 12 at its annual election at the Pacific Community Center and Park. The new set of officers include: Erika Dumandan, Executive Vice President, Fernando Austria, VP for Membership; April Misa, VP for Youth Membership; Rusten O’Neil, VP of Community Affairs; Val Creus, VP for Continuing Education; John Domingo; Treasurer; Sheila Falcon, Secretary; Jason Malabute, Press Relations Officer and Marissa Bueno, Auditor. Elected to the Board of Director were Gloria Cajanap, Marie Domingo, Monette Rivera, Peter Sinambal and Vee Cristobal. The new set of officers will formally be installed in office on September 24 in Alhambra. Already, PASCPA has made known its reach with the simultaneous Luau events in the U.S. and Canada through the National Council of Philippine-American-Canadian Accountants at the Arcadia residence of President Sy, according to a release by the organization. The nonprofit organization is guided by the principle of “of fostering cordial and harmonious relationship among the members of PASCPA-LA and the community. The organization’s thrusts also center on grants of scholarships, mentorship, continuing education and community services that help build the community.”

Victor Sy, PASCPA prexy – Veteran accountant and author Victor Sy (fourth from left in this file photo on the inauguration of Sy Accountancy he use to head), will lead the new set of officers of the Philippine American Society of Certified Public Accountants. The nonprofit organization has over 300 members in the service of the accounting industry.

Rudy Quion Milestone: Rudy Quion (with cap behind cake) of Van Nuy is surrounded by his family during a surprise thanksgiving celebration on his 70th birthday at a Filipino eatery in Panorama City. Rudy represents millions of Filipinos who chase the American Dream and is glad to be one to have been successful in his quest with his wife Espy. Together they have three children who are equally blessed in life.

Rodolfo Quion: Realizing the American Dream Rodolfo Quion typifies millions of gallant Filipino immigrants who would go at great lengths and sacrifices to attain the American Dream. Many fall short of realizing it. Rudy, is one who is said to have made it with the help of his wife,

Espy, who cornered the dream in spite of living for many years on donated kidney courtesy of daughter Che Che. Rudy was given a surprise party over weekend at a Filipino restaurant in Panorama City by his wife and children, Johnjohn, Cheche and Princess on his 70th birthday.

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Client is 59 and single. He has a decent job where he makes $4K a month gross. He doesn’t owe any credit card debt. He only owes 3 secured debts. He owes a mortgage on his house for $400K plus he has arrears of $83K on this mortgage. His mortgage payment is $2K a month, which means that he has not paid his mortgage for 41 months or 3 ½ years. He tells me that he has been working with a non-profit consumer advocacy group (whatever that means) to get the bank to give him a loan modification on his mortgage. Apparently, he’s been trying to get the loan modified since 4 years ago and received multiple prior denials. This explains why he hasn’t paid his mortgage for 4 years. Finally, the bank sets the foreclosure sale date for July 6, 2016. Whoever he is talking to at the non-profit consumer advocacy group tells him that he has to file a Chapter 13 to stop the foreclosure on July 6. Unfortunately, he is not told that he has to do credit counseling first before he can file for Chapter 13. On July 1, without a lawyer, he files his incomplete emergency Chapter 13 petition. The clerk looks for the credit counseling certificate and he says he doesn’t have one. Nevertheless, the clerk accepts the incomplete petition, which doesn’t have credit counseling, and has no schedules and gives him a list of deficiencies that have to be filed within 14 days otherwise his case will be dismissed. So today, he ends up in my office and asks me to take over the case as his lawyer. Although I agree to help him out, I had to explain to him that he has to give a satisfactory explanation to the court why he did not do credit counseling before he filed his

case. If the court believes that the facts he alleges amount to exigent circumstances, the court may let him proceed with the case. Otherwise, his case will be dismissed for lack of pre-filing credit counseling. On the other hand, if client had a disability that prevents him from taking credit counseling, he would be exempt from requirement. Although client is legally blind, that may not qualify as a disability to exempt him from the requirement to take the course because this course is also given over the phone. To be sure, many judges do not consider a foreclosure an exigent circumstance because the foreclosure process takes at least four months to complete before the house can be auctioned off in a non-judicial foreclosure proceeding. In any event, aside from explaining why he did not do credit counseling within 14 days from filing date, client still has to do credit counseling within 30 days from filing date assuming the court agrees that he was faced with exigent circumstances that prevented him from doing credit- counseling pre-filing. As you can see, you have to go through a lot of hoops if you don’t do credit counseling pre-filing so why even get into this dire situation in the first place. Therefore, make sure you do credit counseling first before you file for bankruptcy, any kind of bankruptcy so you don’t have this kind of problem to deal with. And avoid filing

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incomplete petitions. If you fail to file in one missing document, your case will be dismissed on the 15th day. So why even assume this kind of risk by filing an incomplete petition. The other client is 70. He owes $35K of credit card debt. According to him, he is “sick� of paying for these cards. He has been paying for 20 years. He has been paying $1K a month for 20 years. He has paid only $240K in the last 20 years! But he still owes the same $35K! But he is now 70 and living on social security, which is less than half of what his salary was. I told him that he should have filed at least ten years ago and saved $120K. And he would still have perfect credit now at 70. I mean, file at 60, at 67 credit score will be 730 and on year 10, at 70, the credit bureaus remove the fact of filing from their credit reports as required by law; but better late than never. With Chapter 7, client will have peace of mind at 70, because all of his $35K credit cards will be discharged. Who wants to have credit card debt when

you now rely on social security? With social security income, credit card payments are a big drain on your budget. Getting rid of credit card debt with Chapter 7 is like surgery to remove a cancerous growth. It has to be done as soon as possible. Otherwise, you lose the capacity to save money every month. “The name of the Lord is a strong tower; the righteous run to it and are safe.� Proverbs 18:10 Lawrence Bautista Yang is a graduate of Georgetown University Law Center and has been in law practice for thirty years. He specializes in bankruptcy, business and civil litigation and has handled more than five thousand successful bankruptcy cases in California. He speaks Tagalog and looks forward to discussing your case with you personally. Please call Angie, Barbara or Jess at (626) 284-1142 for an appointment at 1000 S Fremont Ave, MAILSTOP 58, Building A-1 SUITE 1125, Alhambra, CA 91803 OR at 20274 Carrey Road, Walnut, CA 91789.

Fiesta, health fair in Carson July 30 A family fun fiesta and health fair to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the United States Armed Forces in the Far East (USAFFE) will be held at parking lot of the E.R.B Foundation, 23247 S. Main St., City of Carson, California next Sunday, July 30, 2016. Dr. Jenny Batongmalaque, Ernesto R. Batongmalaque Foundation chairperson, said the fair, which is open to public for free, will start at 9 a.m., preceeded by the Parade of the Boomlets, a group of young Fil-Ams accompanying the surviving WWII

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obligation of the employer and cannot be waived by any agreement between an employee and the employer or by any collective bargaining agreements. Board and care operators, on the other hand, said the new overtime rule will force them to face the prospect of hiring fewer caregivers, reduce their existing staffing levels and find new ways of getting work done with limited staff to be able to comply with the mandated minimum wage law in California. They expressed disappointment that the stiff rate that they have to pay caregivers will have a significant effect on the quality of healthcare they provide for their residents saying they will have to let go of some of their staff to comply with the new minimum wage rate. Susan Blanco, Director of the Wage and Hour Division in the San Francisco district office, disclosed that more often than not, caregivers working in board and care homes and assisted living facilities in California worked long hours, and are not being properly and legally compensated, in complete violation of the Minimum Wage Law. These rampant violations of the Minimum Wage Law, Director Blanco said,

are too common in the board and care industry. The DOL, she said, will step up its monitoring system to deter employers from exploiting their caregivers with regard to their legal work pay. Only recently, the DOL slapped a $718,000 in fines against two Filipino board and care operators in the affluent area of Silicon Valley for “exploiting� their Filipino caregivers. The DOL ordered the two women operators to pay its 32 Filipino caregivers $359,000 in back wages and overtime pay and an equal amount in liquidated damages. The two Filipino businesswoman were identified as Lorraine Cerezo Lim and Luzviminda Cerezo. They were listed as owners of the LQC Care Home, Richlee Care Home, White Oaks Manor, Cerezo Residential Care Home and Ross Senior Care Home. Michael Eastwood, Assistant Director of the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor said 32 Filipino caregivers were found out to have been paid a flat rate per day ranging from $75 to $103, despite working for 12 hours a day for five to six days a week.

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194 drug suspects were killed while 103,375 suspected drug users and pushers surrendered and 2,901 individuals were arrested. “Isang analysis diyan, puwedeng ‘yung mga nangamatay ‘yan ‘yung mga tulisan, magnanakaw or rapist. Kung hindi sila, ‘yung ibang hindi namamatay baka takot na gumawa dahil alam nila mamamatay sila,� Dela Rosa said. The PNP even joked: “Mayroon naman mga nagkusang sumurrender, ang sa ‘kin naman mas maganda huwag na kayo sumurrender, giyera na lang tayo.� During the interview, Dela Rosa said that he did not have an update on the investigation on the five active and retired police officials tagged by Duterte in the illegal drugs trade.

“Wala po akong update pero alam ko ongoing sa NAPOLCOM (National Police Commission) ang investigation. Hintayin na lang natin ang NAPOLCOM na mag-announce,� he explained. He stressed that there are already measures being implemented to deal with police officers suspected of being involved in illegal drugs. “‘Yung ibang police naman, pinagtatapon natin. Nilagay natin ‘yung galing sa Luzon sa Mindanao. At ‘yung galing Mindanao sa Luzon. That is based on intelligence,� he said. He added, “Mabigat ‘yung counter-intelligence against sa kanila, talagang na-validate na either sila ay nagbebenta ng droga, coddler ng street drug pushers, to disrupt their operations.� (MNS)

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olution calling for a constitutional convention to review the 1987 Constitution. Drilon said that Resolution of Both Houses No. 1 calls for a convention, whose members shall be elected by January next year, to propose amendments to, or revision of, the 29-year-old Constitution. Drilon said there is an emerging

consensus in the Senate to review and amend the Constitution either through Con-con or Constitutional Assembly (Con-Ass). In a previous media interview, Drilon said he is expecting the shift of the system of government from presidential to federal by 2020 while Pimentel eyes a new form of government in 2018.

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The survey, done using faceto-face interviews, was conducted a few days after Pres. Duterte and Robredo were sworn into office. Palace thanks Filipinos for trust and confidence in Duterte MalacaĂąang on Wednesday thanked the public for their trust and confidence in President Rodrigo Duterte -an inspiration to the administration in its implementation of programs for the benefit of Filipinos. In a survey undertaken by independent pollster Pulse Asia from July 2-8, Pres. Duterte is the most trusted national official with a rating of 91 percent and “practically no one distrusting him.â€? “This record-high trust rating of 91 percent, as reflected in the July 2-8 Pulse Asia survey, is a

humbling reminder that the genuine and meaningful change that our people aspire for is now being felt,� said Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar in a statement. Andanar noted that the high trust rating indicated the people’s overwhelming support to the governance of Pres. Duterte. “This expression of confidence, therefore, shall serve as an inspiration to Duterte administration to continuously make a real difference to make our people’s lives better, safer, and healthier,� he said. “A position of leadership is often a lonely one. However, a servant leader, as they say, has to take people where they don’t want to go, but ought to be,� he added.

Caregivers: are you receiving overtime pay? Under California law most caregivers must be paid overtime compensation when working 24hour shifts. With the increase in California’s minimum wage to $10 an hour on January 1, 2016, that means a 24hour caregiver must be paid $315 a day to comply with the current law. Many caregivers are working under a day rate or monthly salary. A day rate or monthly salary does not compensate for the overtime hours worked and results in a substantial unpaid overtime claim for the caregiver. Oftentimes, employers attempt to avoid liability by claiming the caregiver is an “independent contractor.� In most circumstances, this argument will fail as typically employers maintain significant control over the caregiver such that that California law will find the caregiver to be an employee. This change in the overtime rules for caregivers became effective on January 1, 2014, when the Domestic Worker Bill of Rights (DWBR) became law. Previously, employees who qualified as “personal attendants,� including caregivers, nannies and babysitters who worked in private households, were The DWBR eliminated the overtime exemption for personal attendants and provides that personal attendants, “shall not be employed more than nine hours in any workday or more than 45 hours in any workweek unless the employee receives one and one-

half times the employee’s regular rate of pay for all hours worked over nine hours in any workday and for all hours worked more than 45 hours in the workweek.â€? So now caregivers, nannies and babysitters (with limited exceptions) must be paid overtime compensation. Under Labor Code § 1194, domestic workers are not only able to recover their unpaid overtime in a civil action, but they also may recover reasonable attorney’s fees and costs. California law also provides interest and penalties for workers who are not properly paid overtime compensation. If you are working as a caregiver who is not paid overtime when working more than nine hours a day or 45 hours a week, you should consult with an attorney to discuss your rights under this law. With all the penalties, interest and attorneys fees allowed, claims often exceed $100,000 for 24-hour employees working just over 1 year. Article written by Daniel Chaleff, Employment Law Attorney of Chaleff Rehwald. Mr. Chaleff has been practicing employment law for over 21 years. For free and confidential consultation call (818) 807-4168.

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What is defamation?

Someone calls you a “thief� in front of your friends. Or someone publishes in a newspaper that you were overcharging for your services to your customers. Or that you have a sexually transmitted disease. Such statements most likely cause you shame, harm and suffering. If such statements were not true, then you might be entitled to recover damages in a civil lawsuit. Defamation of character occurs when someone makes a false statement about you that causes you some type of harm. The statement must be published (meaning some third party must have heard or read it), it must be false, and it must result in harm, usually to the reputation. There are defamatory statements where harm to reputation is pre-

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VP Robredo urges probe of extrajudicial killings MANILA, July 20 (Mabuhay) – Vice President Leni Robredo condemned Wednesday the spate of extrajudicial killings in the country recently, saying the Philippines should not foster a culture of fear. In a statement posted on her website, Robredo urged authorities to investigate the killings and bring those responsible to justice. “The rise in extra judicial killings is a call for all of us to uphold every person’s right to due process. Each of those Filipinos who were killed over alleged crimes were denied their right to a fair trial, and those lives may never be returned to their loved ones,� she said. “We strongly condemn the spate of extrajudicial killings that occurred recently. These senseless and unjust violence must stop. We should not foster a

culture of fear in our society — one that tacitly accepts death and one that does not give respect to human life.� “We must all stand together in defending our human rights, as well as the rights of those who cannot fight for themselves.� Data gathered by the ABS-CBN Investigative and Research Group showed at least 486 drug-related fatalities all over the country from May 10 to July 19, 2016. Metro Manila had the highest number of drug-related fatalities during the period with 141 dead, followed by Region 3 with 97. The data showed at least 336 people killed during police operations, 106 were killed by unidentified gunmen while 44 are considered “salvage� victims or victims of summary execution.

defamatory statements that are not “defamatory per se� are called “defamatory per quod.� Defamation that is published orally, and not written is “slander�. Defamation that is published in print (in a newspaper, in a letter, or a book) is “libel.� There is a difference in what the victim or plaintiff has to prove in order to recover damages in a defamation claim based on whether the plaintiff is a public figure or not. It is harder to prove defamation of character is you are a “public figure�, i.e. a government official, an entertainment star, etc. If someone defames you, you may be entitled to recover damages You might incur financial losses in your business when customers stop patronizing your restaurant because someone publicized that your kitchen is very dirty. Or you may be bothered so much from the defamatory statement that you may suffer from mental or physical anguish resulting from defamation. Some individuals suffer from health problems, including insomnia, depression, anxiety, and even physical ailments when subjected to defamation. The most obvious harm that you can suffer when somebody defames you, of course, is harm to your reputation. A lawyer can help you make monetary recoveries in a defamation lawsuit. What to do when someone defames you The best thing to do when you believe someone is defaming or has defamed you is to consult with a lawyer. The lawyer, after listening to the facts of your situation, can advise you on what are the proper

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steps to be done. A lawyer can help in securing a restraining order if the defamatory acts are continuing. A lawyer can also advise on whether you should ask for a retraction or not. Finally, a lawyer can advise whether it is advisable to file a lawsuit against that person who has defamed you. Caesar S. Natividad, Esq. is a Filipino lawyer who has practiced since 2000. He has an MBA degree from the Drucker School of Management. He graduated from Western State University with cum laude honors even as he worked full-time while studying law. He practices in the areas of employment law, physical injury, family law and bankruptcy. If you would like to talk to an attorney about your situation, don’t hesitate to call (323) 540-5800 now! Initial consultation is always free.

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Piñol: PHL must achieve rice sufficiency

KORONADAL CITY, July 20 (PNA) – The Philippines should be rice self-sufficient in the next two years to be ready against the adverse effects of climate change, Agriculture Sec. Emmanuel Piñol said. Piñol said climate change makes everything unpredictable for Philippine agriculture, thus every farmer must be prepared. “We need to attain rice sufficiency in the next two years and achieve buffer stocks for rice six months before the Duterte administration ends,” Piñol told local officials in his speech during South Cotabato’s 50th foundation anniversary. Piñol, Interior and the Local Government Sec. Ismael Sueno and Sec. Delfin Lorenzana, both from South Cotabato, were guest speakers. “We do not know when the next El Niño would hit us. How long it would hit us? How wide the area would be?,” Piñol asked. In a worst case scenario, Piñol asked, if Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia will experience severe drought, where would the Philippines import rice? The DA chief said rice sufficiency can be achieved with the government providing necessary assistance to farmers. “We will support the farmers by providing free seeds and free fertilizers for the next cropping terms,” he said. Piñol reminded farmers that they should deposit in a bank the equivalent amount of the production inputs given to them by the department so that when the next cropping season begins, money is readily available to buy seeds and fertilizers. He also urged local governments to determine the total rice production in their area for the agency to know the number of bags of production inputs will be given to them in 2017. “If we need to put up a communal irrigation project there, we will do that. If you need water pumps as well as pre-harvest and post-harvest machine, we will give you that,” he said. Piñol said that DA under his management will veer away from building huge irrigation projects worth billions of pesos which he said have been causing detrimental effects to the environment. A multi-billion peso Malitubog-Maridagao irrigation project in North Cotabato has been causing huge amount of budget and yet it was not producing enough irrigation the farmers need. “When President Duterte appointed me as his Agriculture Secretary, he has only two mandates. First, to stop corruption in the agency and ensure that there is affordable and available food for every Filipino,” he said. Piñol was convinced there were corruption cases in the DA. “If there’s no corruption in the DA there will be enough funds for everybody since the agency is one of the departments given with huge budget allocation annually,” he said. On his way to General Santos City on the same day, he found more than PHP100 million worth of equipment stockpiled and rusting in DA-12 compound in Tupi, South Cotabato. He has ordered a probe into the failure to distribute the equipment to farmer beneficiaries.

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Big change in peace and order under Duterte

President Rodrigo Duterte is barely a month in office yet there has been a remarkable change in the peace and order situation in the Philippines, particularly in Metropolitan Manila. People of all ages can now stroll in the park even at night or go out and see a late movie in the evening without having to fear about possible holdups or muggings. A significant drop in crime incidence in Metropolitan Manila has been reported by the Philippine National Police (PNP) since President Duterte took his oath as the new president last June 30. It is now the drug addicts and peddlers of illegal substances and petty criminals who are afraid to roam the streets of Metro Manila for fear of being liquidated by vigilantes or police officers allegedly given “blanket” authority by President “Digong” to shoot on site criminals and drug lords. Because of the remarkable improvement in the peace and order situation in Metro Manila, the favorable trust ratings of President Duterte keep soaring up. People are excited to hear and listen what President Duterte will say on his first address to the nation next week. For the first time in so many years, the voting public made a good choice of electing the best candidate to be their president for the next six years. I just hope that Duterte, who is 70 years old, will complete his six-year term and won’t suffer from any illness or accident that can that short. It would be a great loss to the Philippines as well as to the millions of Filipinos who elected him if something happens to him while serving as chief executive.

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The Duterte administration made the right decision to detail some members of the PNPSAF as jail guards at the Muntinglupa National Penitentiary to deter the unabated illegal drug smuggling inside the correction facilities. Despite being incarcerated inside the Muntinglupa Bilibid Prison, high profile drug lords such as Peter Go, Jayvee Sebastian and Herbert Colangco and company were able to do their illegal drugs business despite the huge number of jail guards present in the penitentiary at all times. I’m sure all these jail guards, as well as their wardens, were in the payroll of these drug lords. No wonder, the “staged” raid conducted by then Justice Secretary Leila De Lima before the May 9 elections, yielded huge amounts of money, firearms, ammunitions, sophisticated cell phones and drug paraphernalia from the inmates. With the posting of members of the PNP-SAF as jail guards, the smuggling of illegal drugs will be minimized to a great extent, if not, totally eradicated.

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PNP Chief General “Bato” de la Rosa should pursue an aggressive investiga-

tion about a report that a high profile drug lord contributed P50 million to a defeated presidential candidate during the May 9 national elections. There were also reports saying that a high profile drug lord is willing to come out in the open to testify against the five police generals implicated recently by President Duterte in the illegal drugs business.

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Vice President Lenny Robredo is now very active in making sure that she will be in the news from time to time. Her PR people are doing a good job of making a “make-over” on her public image. During her years as a Congresswoman representing a district in Camarines Sur, Robredo is one of the few members of the lower house who have been typecast by the media as members of the “silent majority.” They said Robredo, during her stint in the lower house, seldom participated in debates regarding important bills needed to pass to improve the lives of poor Filipinos. It was reported that Robredo seldom spoke inside the session hall. Although she was very active in helping her constituents in her district in the Bicol region, I doubt it if she was able to sponsor even one bill during her tenure in the lower house. She was seen as a very demure and honest-to-goodness politician without any ambition but to serve her constituents in Camarines Sur. She got lots of media mileage by reportedly taking taxicabs whenever she goes to the Batasan Pambansa building. Robredo also got lots of praises when her picture showing her dressed in jeans and waiting for a bus ride going back to Bicol in a dimly-lit gas station in Makati went viral. However, there were reports that the bus which usually picks her up in the gas station is actually owned by her family. This is a good publicity gimmick done by her PR staff. It is hard to believe that a woman, particularly a Congresswoman, will risk her life standing all by herself in a dimly lit gas station waiting for a chance that she might get a ride from a public utility bus late at night. I find this hard to believe. But majority of Filipinos always root for the underdog and those who portray themselves as incorruptible. While known for being soft spoken, simple in her choice of dress to wear during her stint in Congress, Robredo is now the exact opposite of herself of what she used to be. She is now an outspoken person, always ready to comment on anything from alleged police brutality and the rampant killings of suspected drug peddlers and addicts and the possible violations of constitutional rights of these victims in the hands of the police. One of these days, she will cross swords with President Duterte and she will be sorry for questioning the policies of Duterte regarding the proliferation of drugs in the Philippines.

Dureza: Peace roadmap to pave the way for federalism MANILA, July 19 (PNA) – In a meeting in Malacañang on Monday, President Rodrigo R. Duterte approved the new “Roadmap to Peace” that will address issues with various rebel groups, Presidential Adviser on the Peace Process Jesus Dureza announced during a press briefing on Tuesday. Work on a proposed Bangsamoro enabling law will be done simultaneously with the effort to install a federal system of government, Dureza said, adding that the mechanism is aimed at setting up a federal state of the Bangsamoro and will proceed towards a nationwide federal setup. “This will cover our engagements with the Bangsamoro and the CPP-NPA-NDF, and then, of course, our effort to do closure to the

agreements with the other rebel groups like the Cordillera People’s Liberation Army and the RBB,” Dureza said. Under the Duterte administration, the peace process with communist and Muslim rebels will not only be inclusive and committed to all signed peace agreements, but will also be consistent with planned reforms. “We are now in the process of implementing the peace agreements that have been signed, first, in 1996 with the Moro National Liberation Front of Nur Misuari; then, we have the recent CAB or the Comprehensive Agreement for the Bangsamoro with the MILF; and, of course, we have also to deal with the governance unit called the Autonomous Region for Muslim Mindanao covered by Republic Act 9054.

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In tears, Jessy denies causing Luis-Angel breakup MANILA, July 19 (Mabuhay) -Jessy Mendiola reiterated that she did not cause the breakup of former celebrity couple Angel Locsin and Luis Manzano, who is currently being linked to her. Mendiola broke down in tears as she emotionally defended herself against accusations that she is the third party in the high-profile breakup. “You know, honestly, if it were true, I wouldn’t be here right now facing you guys. For me, it was clear that they broke up already when Luis started courting me. Babae ako, it happened to me before. I wouldn’t do that to any other girl,” she said, crying. Rumors about Manzano and Locsin’s breakup first surfaced in January this year. Mendiola earlier claimed that Manzano only started courting her in May. According to Mendiola, it hurts her when people allege that she stole Manzano from Locsin. “It hurts kapag sinasabi nila na, for a lack of better term, ‘ahas’ ka. Labas ako sa kanila and what happened between the two of them. ‘Yung amin, I think dapat labas na rin siya doon,” she said. “Malinis ang puso ko. I would never ever destroy a relationship,” she added. The actress said it is also up to Manzano and Locsin if they want to settle their differences as long as they

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keep her out of it. “Problema na nila ‘yun, kung gusto nilang mag-usap about it or clear anything with each other, I think that’s their problem. Pero huwag nila akong isasali,” she said. Amid all this, Mendiola shared that Manzano has repeatedly apologized to her for everything that’s happening. She also confirmed that Manzano has taken over her Instagram account to respond to bashers. “Alam kasi niya na masakit kapag ganun. Alam mo naman na hindi totoo and ‘yun ang sinasabi ng ibang tao. Hindi naman nila alam ‘yung whole story,” she said. (MNS)

New ‘nerve-racking’ role for Rhian After doing “The Rich Man’s Daughter” and “Dangwa,” Rhian Ramos is set to play Clara on the TV adaptation of Maryo J. Delos Reyes’ 1992 hit film, “Sinungaling Mong Puso.” She stars alongside Rafael Rosell, who plays her husband Roman; and Kiko Estrada as Jason, a guy 10 years her junior. “Isa siyang babae na really trying to find what is best for her in terms of love life and more, kung anong magiging buhay niya,” she said of Clara. The movie starred Vilma Santos, Gabby Concepcion, and Aga Muhlach. Rhian feels honored to play the role first brought to life by the Star for Rhian Ramos and Rafael Rosell All Seasons. “Vilma is one of the queens of dramas in Philippine showbiz,” Rhian gushed. “To have something in common with her is already a compliment for me.” Asked if she has experienced being torn between two guys like her character on the soap, the young actress said, “In the past, parang nag-overlap ’yung isa tsaka ’yung next. Nag-overlap sila kaya we broke up. Then that next guy became my boyfriend like few months later.” Rhian considers “Sinungaling Mong Puso” quite “nerve-racking and challenging.” It airs the pilot episode July 18 on GMA Afternoon Prime under the direction of Ricky Davao. “Na-intimidate ako at first doon sa lalim ng project at kung sino ’yung original na nagplay,” she said. “Pero later on, parang I just didn’t wanna pressure myself na I’m trying to do better or fill someone’s shoes. Gumagawa lang tayo ng sarili nating version. Same mechanics, pero iba siya.” Rhian added: “This is something new to me. Come to think of it, I don’t think I’ll ever get used to showbiz. I always feel so new (here). I always feel like I’m fresh out of high school and I just got here yesterday.” (MNS)

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New loan program being rolled out to qualify for a home loan

The market continues to change for the better, it’s still feeling the pain from the recent mortgage crisis but it has a very determined mine to keep coming up with easier ways for home buyers to qualify. It won’t be as lenient as the previous type of guidelines but they will try to imitate the easy qualifying loans sooner than you think. Here are some of the newer programs that are coming out. One of the most aggressive programs for low down payment loans to help you buy your home now is the 1% down loan programs that has a great rate and gives you a head start on their equity. This programs is to offer 1% down on conventional loans with a 2% equity boost! Meaning the lender will put 2% of equity for you to get a 97% loan to value. Some quick guideline for this loan: 700+ FICO, 43% max DTI& is available with no monthly Mortgage Insurance Conventional financing is a great option for borrowers looking to purchase with reduced down payments.

Many people are unaware that their clients are eligible for these programs. While Freddie Mac has allowed a non-occupying co-borrower to help a family member buy a house. Recently, several PMI Companies agreed to offer PMI coverage on these mortgage loans! With PMI coverage now available, we can now offer 95.00% Conventional loans with a non-owner occupied co-borrower. If your parents are living in a house with you (siblings) on the loan, you can all apply for a loan to refinance under owner occupied rates even if your parents do not make any income. If you only have 5% down for a loan, you can apply for a NO PMI loan

under self insured program. Your rates will have to increase to buy of the pmi, and it’s well worth it. NO Docs programs with 25% down for high fico borrowers, rates starting at around 7.50% on 3/1 ARM. These are tailored to quick flips not for long term borrowers otherwise you will have to pay too much interest. A New 3% down conventional program with no PMI is available with 100% gift funds available. FHA cash out refinancing up to 85% loan to value with a 55% Debt to income ratio limit and 640 minimum fico score. Take advantage of Streamline FHA refinancing to lower your existing FHA loan with minimal paperwork and no appraisal required. The mortgage industry is growing rapidly and soon they will have to create more programs to account for more borrowers using their services. The demand will grow is the supply of easier loans are rolled out constantly. The government still has a big hold over the industry regulators in order to control and keep in check aggressive lending practices. But soon

we will have a new government and the market and industry will have to adopt to it. The stocks have been rallying nicely this year and that will create more possibility of the people moving their money out of stocks and back into real estate. That will also allow the Feds to increase rates to accommodate a growing demand for mortgages. Again, as I have always mentioned growing rates only mean growing economy, I still don’t see a aggressive Fed move soon but still a very cautious one. Therefore, for home buyers looking to buy Real estate or refinance a home mortgage, please continue to weight better options. Rents are rising and it really is almost worth it to buy instead of lease for now. Call me to get Pre-Qualified for a home mortgage or inquire about refinancing without any fees. Call Ken Go at 1st Innovative Finance at 562-508-7048 or write to kennethgo@verizon.net. BRE 01021223 NMLS238636

Renowned Filipino Designer Rocky Gathercole vsits ABS-CBN Foundation’s Bantay Bata AFI head praises designer for “Rock The Runway” fundraiser on July 28 in Avalon Hollywood HOLLYWOOD, CA, July 19, 2016 – A heartwarming lovefest ensued upon the recent visit of Rocky Gathercole, famed Filipino designer to the biggest music stars, to the ABS-CBN Lingkod Kapamilya (Family Service) Foundation, Inc. or ALKFI. The designer to celebrities like Lady Gaga, Beyonce, Katy Perry, Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Lo-

pez and Carrie Underwood dropped by to express his commitment to helping one of ALKFI’s core programs called, Bantay Bata (Child Watch), Asia’s model for child care services. Gathercole was warmly welcomed by ALKFI Chief Finance Officer Noemi B. Samson, ALKFI Donor Management Head Josine Reyes and concurrent ABS-CBN Integrated Public Service Head and ABS-CBN Foundation International Managing Director Jerry Bennett during his visit. Come July 28, at the land-

(Leftmost) Celebrity designer Rocky Gathercole will feature a collection for the exciting “Rock the Runway” on July 28 at the landmark Avalon Hollywood. (Center) From left, ABSCBN Lingkod Kapamilya Foundation, Inc. (ALKFI) Chief Finance Officer Noemi B. Samson, Rocky Gathercole, ALKFI Donor Management Head Josine Reyes and ABS-CBN Integrated Public Service Head and ABS-CBN Foundation International Managing Director Jerry Bennett during the visit of Gathercole to the Foundation office in Manila. Gathercole chose one of the Foundation’s core programs – Bantay Bata (Child Watch) – as the beneficiary of “Rock the Runway”. (Photo by Marianne De Vera/ABS-CBN Global Corporate Affairs & PR). (Right) Couture and Compassion meet via “Rock The Runway”, a benefit event featuring the designs of Rocky Gathercole.

mark Avalon Hollywood, Gathercole will unveil a collection for the show, “Rock The Runway”, proceeds of which will benefit Bantay Bata. The fashion fundraiser is presented by ABS-CBN’s Lifestyle Network in partnership with the Los Angeles-based For The Stars Fashion House. What is drawing a lot of attention to “Rock The Runway” is that this is the first fundraiser show of the internationally famous Gathercole that is dedicated to the children of Bantay Bata. The reason? “I see myself in the children being cared for by Bantay Bata,” Gathercole said. “I was a battered child. So, given the chance, I want to help the youth. I was very fortunate that God and truly good people took me out of the dark when I lived in the streets after running away from home. I’ve been very, very blessed. It’s time to give back. ‘Rock The Runway’ is my dream fashion show. Helping the kids through my work – that is where my heart lies, that is what my life is about now.” ABS-CBN Foundation International, through Bennett, released this statement in grateful salute to Gathercole and supporters of “Rock The Runway”: We are deeply grateful to Rocky Gathercole, Lifestyle Network, TFC and For The Stars Fashion House for supporting ABS-CBN Foundation International, specifically BANTAY BATA (Child Watch). Our abused and disadvantaged children will most definitely get to smile and laugh again. Kids always see everything with

fresh eyes, expecting something new and exciting and different every time they look. Sadly, it is not so with destitute children. They are deprived, even of excitement and imagination. Poverty is more than just material and physical deprivation for them. It is a loss of hope and dignity. Rocky Gathercole knows this only too well. And just as Rocky was able to get up and out of hopelessness through the compassion of people he met along the way, now he wants to give even more of himself for them. And so we have faith that a bright future is in store for these kids because of his kindness, goodness, and generosity of heart. Once more, I sincerely want to thank Rocky, The Lifestyle Network, For The Stars Fashion House, TFC and all our donors and partners for providing the help and support needed by the abused, sick, and poor children in our country, through this avant-garde fashion show, ROCK THE RUNWAY. Together, we are helping restore hope and dignity in the children’s lives. Hollywood celebrities have already been invited to the show and a special pre-show entertainment will be provided. To purchase tickets to “Rock The Runway”, visithttps://RockyGathercole.eventbrite. com Ticket prices are at $250, $150, $75 and $40. Special VIP treatment including access to style stations, food and drinks are available to All Out and Preferred Levels Ticket Holders. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/LifestyleNetworkTV/

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New anti-HIV vaccine presented at 2016 International AIDS Conference DURBAN, July 20 (PNA/Xinhua) – Current and forthcoming studies of vaccines to prevent HIV infection were presented at the ongoing 21st International AIDS Conference (AIDS 2016) in Durban. These included information on advances in the development of novel vaccines, and in the field of antibody mediated prevention (AMP), it was revealed at the conference on Tuesday. Interim immunology results open the way for the first major HIV vaccine efficacy study in seven years, scientists say. Participants at AIDS 2016 heard results from the HVTN 100 study, conducted by the US-based HIV Vaccine Trails Network (HVTN) in partnership with South African research sites. HVTN 100 tested the immune responses of South African study volunteers to a modified version of the RV144 regimen, the only HIV vaccine regimen to show efficacy to date. The original RV144 vaccine reduced the HIV infection rate among study participants in Thailand by 31 percent over 3.5 years. “HVTN 100 used the same vac-

cines that RV144 tested, but made them specific to the Clade C subtype of HIV, which is widespread in Southern Africa. We also changed the adjuvant used with one of the vaccines, with the goal of eliciting a more powerful immune response, and added a booster injection to prolong the period of protection,� said HVTN 100 Protocol Chair Linda-Gail Bekker, who is also Deputy Director of the Desmond Tutu HIV Centre in Cape Town and International AIDS Society President-Elect. HVTN 100 provides the green light for a Phase III efficacy trial on the modified RV144 regimen. Criteria for the go-ahead centered on the percentage of HVTN 100 vaccine-recipients who displayed a range of immune responses, and the strength of those responses. “All the criteria were met unequivocally and, in many instances, the HVTN 100 outcomes exceeded both our own criteria and the immune responses seen in RV144,� Bekker said. Larry Corey, HVTN Principal Investigator, elaborated: “It is gratifying to see vaccines that were designed and manufactured specifically for South Africa meet and even

Why Medicare and Obamacare 2016. Let me share my life story. Why I do what I do. 2008. America was in recession. Jobs were hard to find. Americans were doubtful of their future. 2009. I got my insurance license. I “stumbled� on this industry thru Craigslist. The “employer� advertised for a manager. Armed with an MBA education and 24 years of experience in sales, I believed I qualify for the position. The “employer� disagreed. I was rejected. Upon entering his office, without uttering any word, I was told I did not qualify. The “employer� seemed to be a taskmaster who would not waste his time giving me the courtesy of a quick interview. Thereupon, challenged, I politely asked why. Without giving him the opportunity to respond, I immediately proceeded to proudly inform him that “I am a Filipino American�. We were, and have been, a growing community. No better way to serve that market than dispatch one of its own. Besides, my pharmaceutical marketing experience will definitely enhance insurance industry’s marketing discipline. Right there and then, I got the job. Thus, started the saga of my insurance career. Nobody told me it was easy. It wasn’t. People had very little disposable income. Whatever money they had, they prioritized on the necessities like food, shelter, utilities. Insurance protection to them was far in the future. They were concerned with the present. Thus, I chose to specialize on Medicare. Members do not have to pay monthly premiums to qualify for richer benefits one of which was “medical emergency� coverage while in the Philippines. Moreover, very few licensed brokers would certify what with the difficult exams and stringent regulations and compliance requirements. To reach my target audience,

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exceed the criteria established to advance them into the large efficacy trial. HVTN 702 is a pivotal study

that could lead to a licensed HIV vaccine in South Africa, the first preventive HIV vaccine worldwide.�

611 sick in US Salmonella outbreaks linked to live poultry: CDC WASHINGTON, July 20 (PNA/Xinhua) – At least 611 people have been sickened and one died in eight separate multistate outbreaks of human salmonella infections linked to live poultry in backyard flocks this year in the United States, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said Tuesday. “The investigations this year involve the largest number of sick people linked to live poultry that we’ve seen, with the second highest being in 2013 at 579 illnesses,� the CDC said in a statement. “These outbreaks serve as a reminder that all live poultry can carry Salmonella bacteria, even if they look healthy and clean.� The eight outbreaks linked to live poultry such as chicks and ducklings were reported in 45 U.S. states and illnesses started on dates ranging from Jan. 4 to June 25. Among the 611 people infected, 138 people were hospitalized, and one death was reported, but salmonella infection was not considered to be a cause of death, according to the CDC. In addition, 195 ill people were children five years of age or younger. The US agency advised that people always wash their hands thoroughly with soap and water right after touching live poultry or anything in the area where the birds live and roam. It also advised people not to let children younger than five handle or touch chicks, ducklings, or other live poultry without adult supervision and also not to let live poultry inside the house. “These outbreaks are expected to continue for the next several months since flock owners might be unaware of the risk of Salmonella infection from live poultry or participate in risky behaviors that can result in infection,� the CDC said. Most people infected with Salmonella develop diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps between 12 and 72 hours after infection. The illness usually lasts four to seven days, and most individuals recover without treatment, but in some cases, diarrhea may be so severe that the patient needs to be hospitalized.

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Grilled Veggie and Ranch Bowl Servings: 2 8 ounces skinless chicken breast 2 ears corn, shucked 6 asparagus spears, trimmed 1 organic bell pepper, seeded and cut into 4 large pieces 1 zucchini, cut in half lengthwise 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil sea salt, to taste pepper, to taste 4 tablespoons Cashew Ranch Dressing (recipe below) Heat grill to medium. Season chicken breast, corn, asparagus, bell pepper and zucchini with olive oil, sea salt and pepper. Grill chicken 6-7 minutes per side, internal temperature reaches 165 F. Grill corn 10-15 minutes, rotating after every pop, until corn is golden. Grill asparagus, bell pepper and zucchini 3-5 minutes per side, until tender. Separate chicken, corn, asparagus, bell pepper and zucchini evenly into two bowls. Drizzle bowls with Cashew Ranch Dressing. Note: Bowl leftovers can be refrigerated for up to four days. Nutritional information per serving: 450 calories; 21 g total fat; 4.5 g saturated fat; 870 mg sodium; 31 g carbs; 6 g fiber; 10 g sugar; 38 g protein.

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Tuna Stuffed Avocado Servings: 2 1 ripe avocado 1 can (5 ounces) tuna packed in water, drained 1/2 cup finely diced celery 1/2 cup grated carrot 1/4 cup finely diced red onion 2 tablespoons Nakano Rice Vinegar – Natural or Nakano Organic Rice Vinegar – Natural 1/2 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 tablespoon Dijon mustard 1/8 teaspoon sea salt 1/8 teaspoon black pepper 16 brown rice crackers Cut avocado in half, remove pit and scoop out flesh leaving thin wall of avocado. Dice avocado flesh and set shell aside for serving. In small bowl, combine tuna, celery, carrot, onion, vinegar, oil, mustard, salt and pepper. Mix well. Gently stir in diced avocado. Scoop mixture into avocado shells and serve with brown rice crackers. Nutritional information per serving: 360 calories; 19 g total fat; 3 g saturated fat; 530 mg sodium; 26 g carbs; 9 g fiber; 3 g sugar; 22 g protein.

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PHL Museum of Natural History design celebrates nature, Science & Arts WASHINGTON, DC – Art and science enthusiasts and members of the Filipino community gathered at the Romulo Hall of the Philippine Embassy on Friday, 15 July 2016, for a presentation by Architect Dominic Galicia on the creation of the new National Museum of Natural History in Manila’s Rizal Park. The Museum of Natural History

will be housed in the building of the former Department of Tourism located beside the Museum of Filipino People, former Senate building and the National Gallery of Art, which is the former Department of Finance building. No changes will be made to the building’s façade which follows a neoclassical style dating back to

DOL, OSHA, PHL Embassy forge ties to help protect Georgia workers The Embassy of the Philippines and U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour Division and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration have renewed its partnership to promote worker’s rights at a signing ceremony in the Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Building in Atlanta. Sung Kim Chu, assistant district director, Wage and Hour Division, Atlanta, Américo Pagán, assistant regional administrator cooperative and state programs, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Atlanta, and Emilio T. Fernandez, Consul General of the Philippines, District of Columbia represented their agencies at the signing. The agreement renewed a collaborative partnership with the Philippines to provide information, guidance and access to education and training resources for Filipino nationals working in Georgia. The consular section of the Philippine Embassy in the District of Columbia and the department’s district and area offices will work together to develop ways of communicating information to both workers and employers to make them aware of the rights and responsibilities of all parties under the OSH Act, the Fair Labor Standards Act, the Migrant and Seasonal Agricultural Worker Protection Act, H-2A and H-2B programs. According to assistant district director, Sung Kim Chu of the Wage and Hour Division, “the agreement allows for a collaborative effort to deliver education and training on the laws enforced by the Wage and Hour Division. In addition, the agreement helps to ensure a fair day’s pay for a fair day’s work by promoting a safe procedure to file wage related complaints by all workers, both documented and undocumented, without retaliation.” Following the signing, the Wage and Hour Division, OSHA and the White House Initiative on Asian-Americans and Pacific-Islanders (WHIAAPI) Southeast Regional Network hosted a roundtable discussion on issues facing the Filipino and Filipino-American communities in Georgia and the Southeast. Consul General Emilio T. Fernandez,

Chair Ron Stephens of the WHIAAPI Southeast Regional Network, and Public Relations Officer Willy Blanco of the Filipino-American Association of Greater Atlanta, engaged representatives from over ten federal agencies, the City of Atlanta, and community organizations in a discussion about ways to serve the community better. Agencies represented at the event included the Wage and Hour Division, OSHA, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Government Services Administration (GSA), Small Business Administration (SBA), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service (USCIS), U.S. Peace Corps, the Administration for Children and Families (ACF), the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights, the City of Atlanta’s Office of Immigrant Affairs, and the Atlanta Police Department. “The WHIAAPI Southeast Regional Network is honored to be a part of this collaborative effort,” said Ron Stephens, Chair, WHIAAPI Southeast Regional Network. “We will continue to strengthen relationships with the AAPI communities across the Southeast to ensure that federal programs and services are readily available for all.” Consul General Emilio T. Fernandez closed the event by saying, “I have been Consul General since 2014 traveling to many places under our jurisdiction, and this is the first time that local government officials – in this case, representing WHIAAPI and US DOL – have gone out of their way to reach out to the Filipino American community to conduct a dialogue on issues of concern to them, including topics relating to workers’ rights, immigration, assistance-to-nationals, Filipino veterans, small businesses, home ownership, and welcoming newcomers. This is truly a commendable undertaking, a testament to the commitment of public officials here in the city of Atlanta and the state of Georgia, and hopefully the start of a fruitful and productive relationship for both sides.”

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the pre World War II era. The museum’s retrofitting will follow an environmental theme and will use environment-friendly technology. Architect Dominic Galicia and interior designer Tina Periquet are in charge of the museum’s design. A “Tree of Life” in the shape of a DNA strand will be at the center of the building and a glass dome will cover its central courtyard. “Similar to the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History here in Washington, D.C., our very own National Museum of Natural History will serve both as a symbol and an institution geared towards understanding how nature continues to shape the Filipino way of life. It promises to tell us our origins and offer visions for the country’s future as one of the world’s biodiversity hotspots,” Minister Patrick A. Chuasoto, the Embassy’s Chargé d’Affairés, said in his opening re-

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92206/E7725126

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NOW

$12,591

WAS $14,494

NOW

$12,994

2013 Honda Pilot EX-L 2015 BMW 3 Series 328i T261051A/DB031286

WAS $21,491

NOW

2014 Kia Soul

92246/FF608769

WAS $29,491

NOW

$27,991

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NOW SERVING SMILES AT

SUBARU OF GLENDALE

Subaru of Glendale is the #1 Volume Subaru Dealer in Los Angeles County!

*#1 claim based on SOA YTD Sales Report for new car sales in Los Angeles County

Visit Subaru of Glendale to find your dream car at a great price with the help of our friendly, no pressure sales staff. Whether it’s love at first sight or after your test drive, you’ll have a great experience and leave with a grin on your face. 2016 SUBARU

IMPREZA 2.0i

2016 SUBARU

Legacy 2.5i Premium CVT

2 LEASE OFFERS

149

$

LEASE OFFER

PLUS TAX PER MONTH NTH LEASE/ 36 MONTHS/10,000 MILES PER YEAR

169

$

PLUS TAX PER MONTH NTH LEASE/ 36 MONTHS/10,000 MILES PER YEAR

$1,999 Down Payment $0 Security Deposit $0 First Months Lease Payment

$1,999 Down Payment $0 Security Deposit $0 First Months Lease Payment

$1,999 Total Due Lease Signing (tax, title, license & doc fees extra)

$1,999 Total Due Lease Signing (tax, title, license & doc fees extra) Model M d lC Code d GLA - 01 Offer Expires 07/31/16

FINANCE OFFER 1.49% limited term financing on ALL NEW 2016 Imprezas in stock

2016 SUBARU

FINANCE OFFER As low as 0% financing UP TO 63 MONTHS on ALL NEW 2016 Legacy’s in stock

IMPREZA 2.0i

2016 SUBARU

Sport Limited CVT

2 LEASE OFFERS

189

$

LEASE OFFER

199

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$

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$1,999 Down Payment $0 Security Deposit $0 First Months Lease Payment

$1,999 Total Due Lease Signing (tax, title, license & doc fees extra)

$1,999 Total Due Lease Signing (tax, title, license & doc fees extra) Model Code GLJ- 21 Offer Expires 07/31/16

2017 SUBARU

FINANCE OFFER 1.49% limited term financing on ALL NEW 2016 Crosstreks in stock

WRX

LEASE OFFER

249

CROSSTREK 2.0i Premium CVT

$1,999 Down Payment $0 Security Deposit $0 First Months Lease Payment

$

Model Code GAD - 11 Offer Expires 07/31/16

2016 SUBARU

Model Code GRC - 12 Offer Expires 07/31/16

OUTBACK 2.5i Limited CVT with Navigation & Eyesight

LEASE OFFER

PLUS TAX PER ER MONTH LEASE/ 36 MONTHS/10,000 10,000 MILES PER YEAR

299

$

$1,999 Down Payment $0 Security Deposit $0 First Months Lease Payment

PLUS TAX PER MONTH NTH LEASE/ 36 MONTHS/10,000 MILES PER YEAR

$1,999 Down Payment $0 Security Deposit $0 First Months Lease Payment

$1,999 Total Due Lease Signing (tax, title, license & doc fees extra)

$1,999 Total Due Lease Signing (tax, title, license & doc fees extra) Model Code HUN - 01 Offer Expires 07/31/16

FINANCE OFFER 1.49% limited term financing on ALL NEW 2016 Outbacks in stock

Model Code GDF - 23 Offer Expires 07/31/16

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855-230-1547 Andrew Marilla Sales & Leasing

Christian Marilla Finance Manager

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Nissan of Mission Hills

Out to be the #1 Nissan Dealer in the Nation*

! r e m m u S

Serving the Filipino Community for more than 20 years.

enjoy

savings!

“Tawagan or hanapin nyo lang ako”

Mannueel Lavva

Ikaw ba ay problematic dahil sa Bad Credit/No Credit?. No Driver’s License? No SS? Ok na ang TIN!. Bankruptcy? WALANG PROBLEMA!!!

“Kayang-kaya nyo ang down at mababa lang ang monthly payment!”

Internet | Fleet Manager

NEW CAR SPECIALS

Cell: (661)-644-0944 2016 NISSAN

Sentra lease for

139

$

SV with Splash Guard and Mats

/mo for 36 mos $2,739 initial payment

2 or more at this price

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189

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$

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259

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S FWD

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PRE-OWNED CARS AVAILABLE

‘12 NISSAN LEAF HB SL

7,457

$

Stock#: U4020 | Vin: 022928

‘14 MAZDA MAZDA5

13,045

$

Stock#: U4504 | Vin: 177776

‘12 NISSAN VERSA CVT 1.6 S

8,995

$

Stock#: G12111 | Vin: 908293

‘15 HYUNDAI SONATA 2.4L SE

14,599

$

Stock#: U4523 | Vin: 122291

‘05 TOYOTA CAMRY SOLARA V6 AUTO ‘13 HONDA CIVIC SDN AUTO LX

10,995

$

Stock#: G25251 | Vin: 045306

‘15 TOYOTA COROLLA CVT LE

15,995

$

Stock#: U4537 | Vin: 278704

11,995

$

Stock#: G10731 | Vin: 292264

‘15 NISSAN ALTIMA I4 2.5 S

16,796

$

Stock#: U4365 | Vin: 386418

‘10 TOYOTA CAMRY I4 AUTO LE

12,995

$

Stock#: G11521 | Vin: 061008

‘15 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN MAN LX

18,995

$

Stock#: G21111 | Vin: 052532

www.nissanofmissionhills.com | 11000 Sepulveda Blvd. Mission Hills, CA 91345

888-588-7635 ®

WE SERVE ALL AAA, COSTCO, AARP, CREDIT UNION, SAM’S CLUB MEMBERS

Offers subject to availability. Net cost based on current rebates. *Nissan Customer Cash in lieu of Special Financing. **Must ͤQDQFH WKURXJK 10$& $OO 8 6 0LOLWDU\ SHUVRQQHO DFWLYH DQG UHVHUYH $OO DGYHUWLVHG SULFHV H[FOXGH JRYHUQPHQW IHHV DQG WD[HV DQ\ ͤQDQFH FKDUJHV DQ\ GHDOHU GRFXPHQW SURFHVVLQJ FKDUJH DQ\ HOHFWURQLF ͤOLQJ FKDUJH DQ\ HPLVVLRQ WHVWLQJ FKDUJH DQG GHDOHU DGG RQV RU DFFHVVRULHV 9HKLFOHV VXEMHFW WR SULRU VDOH ,QWHUHVW DFFUXHV IURP GDWH RI FRQWUDFW $G SULFHV JRRG WKUX FORVH RI EXVLQHVV 10$& ͤQDQFLQJ PD\ EH UHTXLUHG RQ VRPH YHKLFOHV VHH GHDOHU IRU GHWDLOV $OO ͤQDQFLQJ VXEMHFW WR FUHGLW DSSURYDO )DFWRU\ UHEDWH LQ OLHX RI VSHFLDO $35 &HUWLͤFDWH 3URJUDP VHH GHDOHU IRU GHWDLOV

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CERRITOS MITSUBISHI GET A SALE THAT CAN TAKE YOU TO MANY PLACES THIS SUMMER

HUGE INVENTORY

“Tawag na mu!”

EUGENE C. Senior Sales Consultant

OF 2015 EVOLUTIONS & LAST YEAR OF PRODUCTION 2017 MITSUBISHI

2016 MITSUBISHI

2016 MITSUBISHI

0,5$*( *

/$1&(5 (6

287/$1'(5 632576 (6

MSRP................$18,430

MSRP..............$20,490

5 Speed

MSRP................$14,830

Customer Rebate ..............$750 Military Rebate ...............$500 Loyalty Rebate ...............$250

287/$1'(5 (6 7 seater

5 Speed

Customer Rebate.............$1,500 Dealer Delivery Bonus. . . . . . $ 5 0 0 Loyalty Rebate ..............$500 Military Rebate ..............$500

Customer Rebate..............$1,500 Dealer Delivery Bonus. . . . . . . $ 5 0 0 Loyalty Rebate ...............$500 Military Rebate ...............$500

BUY FOR

NET COST

BUY FOR

$

$

$

11,199*

2016 MITSUBISHI

13,699*

MSRP.............$23,845

Customer Rebate..............$1,500 Dealer Delivery Bonus........$500 Loyalty Rebate ................$500 Military Rebate ................$500

UP TO

14,499*

$

18,199*

*Lease payment includes Loyalty and Military Rebates.

UP TO 48 MONTHS

0%

FINANCING

72 MONTHS

72 MONTHS

72 MONTHS

0%

0%

0%

FINANCING

FINANCING

FINANCING

SUMMER-FRIENDLY PRICED PRE-OWNED CARS! TEST-DRIVE NOW!

‘07 TOYOTA COROLLA

WAS 9,988 $

Stk: C15136A

6,988

$

‘13 KIA SPORTAGE EX SUV

WAS 19,900 $ $

Stk: C15780A

15,988 NURSES PROGRAM AVAILABLE!

‘10 TOYOTA COROLLA

WAS 10,900 $ $

Stk: C15190B

‘12 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SE SUV

8,988

Stk: C16180A

‘14 SCION FR-S COUPE

‘13 TOYOTA RAV4 SUV

WAS 22,800 $ $

Stk: C16130A

0

12,900

WAS 15,900 $ $

16,800

20,900

Was 23,988 $ Stk: C2933P

% FINANCING

‘12 MITSUBISHI LANCER GT

12,900

WAS $16,900 $

‘13 MITSUBISHI LANCER RALLIART

‘14 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVO GSR

Stk: C15828A C15419A

WAS 23,988 $ $

Stk: C2932P

20,900

Stk: C2921P

29,888

WAS $32,900 $ Stk: C15781A

ANY CREDIT SITUATION, WE CAN HELP YOU. BEST IN CLASS PAYMENT

AVAILABLE ON SELECTED 2014 & 2015 MODELS NO ONE OFFERS MORE!

Mitsubishi Honda Toyota Nissan

560

5 YR/60,000 MILES BUMPER TO BUMPER WARRANTY

YES

ONLY 3/36

ONLY 3/36

ONLY 3/36

10100

10 YR/100,000 MILES LTD POWERTRAIN LIMITED WARRANTY

YES

ONLY 3/36

ONLY 5/60

ONLY 5/60

5YR

12,900

‘15 MITSUBISHI LANCER ES

WAS 15,900 $ $

YES

5 YR/UNLIMITED MILES NONE NONE NONE ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PRICE LISTED AFTER ALL APPLICABLE REBATES. ALL VEHICLES SUBJECT TO PRIOR SALE PRICES PLUS GOVERMENT FEES AND ANY DEALER DOCUMENT PREPARATION CHARGE AND EMISSION TESTING CHARGE PLUS DESTINATION CHARGE ALL FACTORY REBATES IN LIEU OF SPECIAL RATES OFFERED BY MITSUBISHI CREDIT AND SPECIAL RATES ARE NOT AVAILABLE WITH ANY ADVERTISED VEHICLES. SEE DEALER FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS. PRICE LISTED AFTER ALL APPLICABLE REBATES SUCH AS CUSTOMER & LOYALTY REBATE. NOT ALL CUSTOMERS QUALIFY FOR LOYALTY RABATE. TO QUALIFY CUSTOMER MUST BE A CURRENT MITSUBISHI VEHICLE REGISTERED OWNER. ALL VEHICLES SUBJECT TO PRIOR SALE PRICES PLUS GOVERMENT FEES AND ANY DEALER DOCUMENT PREPARATION CHARGE AND EMISSION TESTING CHARGE. ALL FACTORY REBATES IN LIEU OF SPECIAL RATES OFFERED BY MITSUBISHI CREDIT AND SPECIAL RATES ARE NOT AVAILABLE WITH ANY ADVERTISED VEHICLES. SEE DEALER FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS. *All special lease are based on Tier 1 Credit through Mitsubishi Motors Credit of America. All payments are plus tax, first payments, license and acquisition fees included in lease.

Toll Free 1-888-835-6136

10944 South St. Cerritos CA 90703

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Sales Event

Over 500 cars to choose from!

“May Filipino “M Fili i Department D kami k i na tutulong l sa inyo! i ! Hanapin H i o tawag lang l kay k Jose Villanueva (213) 500-1260 at Joel Paguio (323) 547-5394” ‘06 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA 4DR AUTO 4WD LUXURY

$

5,995

‘07 SUZUKI XL7 FWD 4DR W/3RD ROW

$

6,995

‘08 HYUNDAI TUCSON FWD 4DR I4 MAN GLS

$

7,995

‘08 HONDA CIVIC COUPE 2-DOOR MAN LX

$

8,495

VIN: JS3TD947064105282 STOCK: X60463

VIN: 2S3DB217076102615 STOCK: X51219

VIN: KM8JM12B58U707933 STOCK: X60792

VIN: 2HGFG11678H547600 STOCK: X60548

‘10 TOYOTA PRIUS 5DR HB II

‘09 HONDA CIVIC GX NATURAL GAS VEHICLE AUTOMATIC SEDAN

‘14 NISSAN VERSA NOTE 5DR HB MANUAL 1.6 S

‘12 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID 4DR SDN XLE

$

9,995

$

10,995

$

11,124

$

‘13 NISSAN VERSA 4DR SDN CVT 1.6 SV

11,995

$

8,995

VIN: 3N1CN7AP1DL890765 STOCK: X60767

‘15 TOYOTA YARIS 5DR LIFTBACK AUTO L

$

12,495

VIN: JTDKN3DU1A5001736 STOCK: X61119A

VIN: 1HGFA46529L000841 STOCK: X60118

VIN: 3N1CE2CP6EL420605 STOCK: X60914

VIN: 4T1BD1FK0CU014419 STOCK: X61240

VIN: VNKKTUD30FA044652 STOCK: X61157

‘14 MITSUBISHI LANCER MAN ES FWD

‘13 TOYOTA COROLLA 4DR SDN AUTO LE

‘13 SCION TC 2DR HB MAN

‘15 NISSAN SENTRA 4DR SDN I4 CVT SR

‘15 MAZDA MAZDA5 4DR WGN AUTO SPORT

13,715

$

$

12,995

$

13,495

$

13,995

$

14,495

VIN: JA32U2FU5EU020097 STOCK: X61185

VIN: 5YFBU4EE4DP194245 STOCK: X60919

VIN: JTKJF5C70D3064755 STOCK: X61055

VIN: 3N1AB7APXFL647071 STOCK: X61161

VIN: JM1CW2BL0F0181494 STOCK: X61248

‘15 NISSAN ROGUE SELECT FWD 4DR S

‘10 MERCEDES-BENZ C300 SPORT SEDAN

‘13 NISSAN MURANO 2WD 4DR S

‘16 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT FWD 4DR 2.4

‘11 BMW X5 35D AWD 4DR SUV

$

15,995

VIN: JN8AS5MT9FW654876 STOCK: X61195

$

16,995

VIN: WDDGF5EB8AR121558 STOCK: X61309

250 Off SPECIAL!

*$

FOR WEEKEND BALITA READERS!

$

17,757

VIN: JN8AZ1MU8DW209359 STOCK: X60261

$

18,995

VIN: 5XYZT3LB0GG314619 STOCK: X61188

$

21,500

VIN: 5UXZW0C51BL662599 STOCK: X51416A

More than 25 banks are ready to approve!

Bad Credit! No Credit! Fair Prices! We Finance All!!! We buy car!!! Bring your Family!!! Free Food!!!

For Car Emergency, Call:

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Mercedes-Benz of Encino

The Mercedes-Benz Summer Event For a limited time, get exceptional offers on the Mercedes-Benz you’ve always wanted.

Mercedes-Benz 2017

E300

LEASE FOR

549

$

+TAX/MO. for 36 MOS.

*MSRP $53,075 at 36 month lease on approved average credit, $5,043 plus tax and license due at signing. No security deposit required. 10k miles per year with .25c per miles on excess mileage. Expires July 26, 2016. “Available only to qualified customers at participating authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (where applicable to advertised lease) through h July 26, 2016. Advertised lease rate based on a gross capitalized cost of $52,293. Includes destination charge, premium package, becker MAP PILOT® -pre-writing, becker MAP PILOT® OT® and transpotation charge. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep. and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $19,764. Cash due at signing ning includes $3,699 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee, and first month’s lease payment of $549. Total payments equal $24,258. Subject to credit approval. No security deposit required.”

LLEASE EASE FOR FOOR

Filipino Sales Email: rorosa@mbencino.com

LEASE FOR

469

$

Raymond Orosa

+TTAX/M +TAX/MO. MO. MOS. ffor 366 MO OS

$

379

+TAX/MO. for 36 MOS.

*MSRP $51,315 at 36 month lease on approved average credit, $4,563 plus tax and license due at signing. No security deposit required. 10k miles per year with .25c per miles on excess mileage. Expires July 26, 2016.

*MSRP $41,125 at 36 month lease on approved average credit, $4,533 plus tax and license due at signing. No security deposit required. 10k miles per year with .25c per miles on excess mileage. Expires July 26, 2016.

“Available only to qualified customers at participating authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (where applicable to advertised lease) through July 26, 2016. Advertised lease rate based on a gross capitalized cost of $49,231. Includes destination charge, premium package, and transpotation charge. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep. and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $16,884. Cash due at signing includes $3,299 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee, and first month’s lease payment of $469. Total payments equal $20,978. Subject to credit approval. No security deposit required.”

“Available only to qualified customers at participating authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (where applicable to advertised lease) through July 26, 2016. Advertised lease rate based on a gross capitalized cost of $39,516. Includes destination charge, premium package, and transpotation charge. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep. and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $13,644. Cash due at signing includes $3,359 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee, and first month’s lease payment of $379. Total payments equal $17,798. Subject to credit approval. No security deposit required.”

LEASE FOR

LEASEE FOR FOOR

329

$

$

++TAX/MO. TAX/MO. for 36 MOS.

299

+TTAX/M +TAX/MO. MO. for 36 MOS.

*MSRP $35,825 at 36 month lease on approved average credit, $3,623 plus tax and license due at signing. No security deposit required. 10k miles per year with .25c per miles on excess mileage. Expires July 26, 2016.

*MSRP $35,375 at 36 month lease on approved average credit, $3,643 plus tax and license due at signing. No security deposit required. 10k miles per year with .25c per miles on excess mileage. Expires July 26, 2016.

“Available only to qualified customers at participating authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (where applicable to advertised lease) through July 26, 2016. Advertised lease rate based on a gross capitalized cost of $34,726. Includes destination charge, premium package, and transportation charge. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep. and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $11,844. Cash due at signing includes $2,499 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee, and first month’s lease payment of $329. Total payments equal $15,138. Subject to credit approval. No security deposit required.”

“Available only to qualified customers at participating authorized Mercedes-Benz dealers through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services (where applicable to advertised lease) through July 26, 2016. Advertised lease rate based on a gross capitalized cost of $33,376. Includes destination charge, premium package, and transportation charge. Excludes title, taxes, registration, license fees, insurance, dealer prep. and additional options. Total monthly payments equal $10,764. Cash due at signing includes $2,549 capitalized cost reduction, $795 acquisition fee, and first month’s lease payment of $299. Total payments equal $14,108. Subject to credit approval. No security deposit required.”

818.536.2413

16721 Ventura Blvd. Encino CA 91436

mbencino.com

Mercedes-Benz of Encino

You’re not just a Mercedes-Benz driver, you’re part of the family. Up to 5 months’ payment credit* on your current Mercedes-Benz Financial Services lease with the purchase of a new 2015 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz. *Eligible customers will receive up to 5 months’ payment credit on their current lease with a lease or finance of any new 2015 or 2016 Mercedes-Benz vehicle through Mercedes-Benz Financial Services. Certain exclusions apply. See dealer for details.

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