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CITY OF MALOLOS — Gov. Daniel Fernando reminded the Bulacan people of the famous military line and mindset of Brig. Gen. Alejo Santos, whose 41st death anniversary was observed on Feb. 18, here.
During his speech, Fernando mentioned "It can be done" — a phrase attributed to the late general — and told his constituents that everything can be achieved through solidarity.
"I would like to remind you of the famous military mindset of General Alejo Santos, 'it can be done,'" said Fernando. "So long as we have unity and helping each other, everything can be done; everything is possible."
Fernando said that General Santos' valuable service to Bulakenyos serves as his great inspiration in leading the province as the governor.
The governor at the same time cited the Bulacan Provincial Police Office's (BPPO) dedication to keeping peace and order in the province behind the leadership of Provincial Director Col. Satur Ediong.
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"As we celebrate the general's death anniversary, we also take this opportunity to acknowledge the peace and order situation in our province, and this is due to the dedication of our policemen," said Fernando.
It can be recalled that Vice Governor Alexis Castro summoned a hearing last Feb. 13 regarding several alarming social media posts, wherein Ediong highlighted the efforts done by the Bulacan PPO in curbing the crime rate in the province, such as their campaign against the "agaw motorsiklo," white van kidnapping narratives, and hold-up incidents.
Meanwhile, Liberty Santos Dumlao, daughter of General Santos, also shared a message, emphasizing the contributions of her father not only for the province but also for the country.
OIC Department Head of the Provincial History, Arts, Culture, and Tourism Office May Arlene Torres was also present at the event to share General Santos' historic feats in public service.
Born on July 17, 1911, in Bustos town, General Santos was elected as congressman of the 2nd district of Bulacan in 1949.
He then became governor from 1951-1957 before being appointed as the chairman of the Philippine Reparation Mission in Japan and as secretary of National Defense under former President Carlos P Garcia.
He was also appointed by former President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. as the head of the prison bureau in 1967.
