Sen. Nancy Binay's Message on Gat Jose Rizal's 117th death anniversary

Gat Jose Rizal gave his energy, effort, and ultimately, his life 117 years ago so that his beloved Philippines will become free from the shackles of colonialism.

In his time, Rizal stirred and awakened, through his pen, the dormant spirit and patriotism of the Filipino. Today, the battle rages on - not with colonial powers but against ignorance, poverty, apathy, and divisiveness.