BRINGING BACK THE PEOPLE’S TRUST TO THE SENATE: Senate President Franklin M. Drilon delivers a speech at the opening of the 2nd Regular Session of the 16 Congress on Monday, July 28, 2014. Drilon appealed to his colleagues to set aside plans for the 2016 elections and focus on reviving the people’s faith in the Senate, by working on legislation aimed at expanding the economy and generating more jobs, advancing workers’ welfare, and strengthening anti-graft and corruption measures. “The eyes of the people are upon us again as we open the 2nd Regular Session of the 16th Congress. I view this day as our opportunity to regain the people’s trust and revive their confidence in the Senate,” he said. (PRIB Photo by Cesar Tomambo, July 28, 2014)