IN the years that I was a senator (1987 to 1998), I do not remember debating in plenary sessions a bill legalizing divorce. It was believed to be too controversial and too divisive to take up.
IN the years that I was a senator , I do not remember debating in plenary sessions a bill legalizing divorce. It was believed to be too controversial and too divisive to take up.Interestingly, this wasn't always the case.During American rule, absolute divorce was allowed under Act 1710, but only for adultery and concubinage.
As a predominantly Catholic country, many Filipinos adhere to Church teachings, leading to significant opposition to legalization. Additionally, there is a generational divide; younger Filipinos, especially those exposed to Western culture and education, are more open to the idea than older generations.Urban and rural attitudes also differ.
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