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Senate shakeup sparks scrutiny of Alan Peter Cayetano leadership
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Church network mobilizes prayer actions ahead of Duterte impeachment trial
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Catholic schools press gov’t on delayed voucher funds
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Bishops urge calm, restraint following Senate unrest
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