Gatchalian brothers mourn passing of Times Chairman Emeritus Dante Ang
Gatchalian brothers mourn passing of Times Chairman Emeritus Dante Ang

Gatchalian Brothers Mourn Passing of The Manila Times Chairman Emeritus D[1D[K
Dante Ang
The Gatchalian brothers, comprising Senator Sherwin Gatchalian, Social Welf[4D[K
Welfare and Development Secretary Rex Gatchalian, and Valenzuela City Mayor[5D[K
Mayor Wes Gatchalian, have come together to express their deepest condolenc[9D[K
condolences on the passing of The Manila Times Chairman Emeritus Dante Arev[4D[K
Arevalo Ang.
A Tribute to a Civic Giant
As Senator Gatchalian eloquently put it, I join the country in grieving th[2D[K
the loss of Mr. Dante Ang. The country has lost a civic giant in Mr. Ang, a[1D[K
a man who firmly believed in the role of journalism in nation-building and [K
lived by his devotion to the truth. This sentiment is echoed by Secretary [K
Rex, who described DAA as a distinguished journalist and public servant who[3D[K
who upheld a resolute commitment to truth and service.
Beyond the Newsroom A Legacy of Dedication
As Mayor Wes noted, Mr. Ang played a vital role in upholding the country's[9D[K
country's oldest and most respected newspaper – The Manila Times. His cont[4D[K
contributions to public discourse and nation-building helped shape an infor[5D[K
informed citizenry, an essential foundation for responsive and accountable [K
governance.
A Free and Responsible Press A Crucial Role
From the perspective of the Valenzuela City government, Mayor Wes emphasize[9D[K
emphasized that institutions like The Manila Times serve as indispensable p[1D[K
partners in communicating truth, amplifying the voices of communities, and [K
fostering transparency in public service. Mr. Ang's leadership in media str[3D[K
strengthened these ideals, reinforcing the crucial role of a free and respo[5D[K
responsible press in nation-building.
A Legacy to Cherish
As we bid farewell to Mr. Dante Arevalo Ang, may his memory be a blessing t[1D[K
to us all. May he find solace in the enduring impact of his life and values[6D[K
values he championed throughout his journey.
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