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Sunday, July 19, 2020

entry arrow7:13 PM | “Hirap na hirap na po ako."

CNN Philippines reports that the remains of 88 OFWs from Saudi Arabia has been repatriated. [Link here.] This includes the body of Jomar Tanyag, who was last seen making a difficult appeal over video: “Hirap na hirap na po ako, 'di ko na po alam gagawin ko hirap na hirap na po ako. Sa totoo lang, malapit na ko sumuko kasi hirap na hirap na ko huminga.” Mr. Tanyag was never even sent to the hospital by his employers to confirm if he was positive for COVID-19. Sharing his video to remind us what we're fighting against, and why we can't be complacent: stay home as much as you can, wash your hands, and always wear a mask! And also demand accountability from the government in these difficult times. DON'T LOOK AWAY. Condolences to the family.

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