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Balita · Issue No. 4103

Thursday, 27 August 2026 · 8th Weekly Membership Meeting

Guest of honor and speaker: Senator Ana Theresia "Risa" N. Hontiveros, Senator of the Republic of the Philippines

This issue features guest speaker Senator Risa Hontiveros, an editorial on her career and 2028 presidential prospects, a recap of the 7th Weekly Membership Meeting on impeachment accountability with Atty. Amando Virgil Ligutan, coverage of the Transformative Medical Mission 2026, a profile of Past RCMFI President Wilfredo Peliño, District PAGSIKLAB seminar and induction ceremonies, Aleco Breakfast fellowships, and a reprinted Inquirer column by PP Artemio Panganiban on the flood-control scandal.

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Editorial · pp. 6–13

The Lonely Fight

An editorial on Senator Risa Hontiveros's decades of lone legislative advocacy and the obstacles facing a possible 2028 presidential run.

Guest speaker · pp. 14–17

Senator Risa Hontiveros

Senator of the Republic of the Philippines; Defender of Women, Children, and Vulnerable Sectors; Champion of Good Governance, Health, and Education

Weekly meeting · pp. 18–39

When Power Meets Accountability

Atty. Amando Virgil D. Ligutan, a private prosecutor in the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte, addressed the Club's 7th Weekly Membership Meeting on August 20, 2026.

Service · pp. 52–57

Transformative Medical Mission 2026

Approximately 1,200 patients benefited from free medical, dental, and surgical services during a joint Rotary and community mission held at Lyceum University Laguna.

In Focus · pp. 60–61

In Focus: Past RCMFI President Wilfredo "Willie" Peliño

Past RCMFI President Wilfredo "Willie" Peliño shares his favorite part of Rotary, his bucket list, and the best advice he's ever received.

District · pp. 66–75

PAGSIKLAB: The Vibrant Club Seminar

Manila Rotarians attended the District 3810 club seminar on public image, membership and the Rotary Foundation held August 22, 2026 in Pasay City.

District · pp. 76–77

47th Handover and 48th Induction Ceremonies of the Rotary Club of Cavite East

DGN Hermie Esguerra attended the 47th Handover and 48th Induction Ceremonies of the Rotary Club of Cavite East last August 19, 2026 at the Fynn Boutique Hotel in Bacoor, Cavite.

District · pp. 78–79

34th Induction Ceremony of the Rotary Club of Bacoor

DGN Hermie Esguerra attended the 34th Induction Ceremony of the Rotary Club of Bacoor and conducted the charging of new members.

Fellowship · pp. 80–81

Aleco Breakfast

Aleco Monday Breakfast Fellowship held on August 17, 2026, hosted by Legal Luminary PP Ebot Tan.

Fellowship · pp. 82–83

Aleco Breakfast

Aleco Monday Breakfast Fellowship, held on August 24, 2026, hosted by PDG Jackie Rodriguez.

In the news · pp. 86–91

RCM Past President/Former Supreme Court Chief Justice Artemio Panganiban's Column in Philippine Daily Inquirer

The column examines the Philippines' flood-control funds scandal, government efforts at accountability, and the need for systemic reform amid recurring floods.