We deserve to know the truth; let impeachment trial begin

Is the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte going anywhere?

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It seems everyone is growing impatient at the manner by which the Senate leadership is handling the issue.

In fact, even Vice President Duterte has expressed willingness to face an impeachment trial so she’ll have the chance to clear her name.

The House took the bold step of impeaching the Vice President on allegations of misusing public funds, among other charges.

And now that the Articles of Impeachment have been transmitted, it is incumbent upon the Senate to convene as an impeachment court. This is not because she wants it, but more importantly it’s the Senate’s constitutional duty to act as one.

This process is both a moral and political necessity to clear once and for all these allegations.

The Vice President deserves to be heard and defend herself in the right forum. She was emphatic about this, a powerful statement in a political climate where evasion is often the default response to allegations. If she believes that the Senate trial is the proper venue to defend herself, give it to her.