Robin Padilla defends Rowena Guanzon after viral mall confrontation with a mall-goer
- Sen. Robin Padilla defended former Comelec commissioner Rowena Guanzon after her viral confrontation with a mall-goer in a Makati mall
- Padilla said Guanzon was standing up for the rights of Filipinos and insisted that no foreigner has the right to drive a Filipino away in their own country
- He also criticized online trolls who blamed Guanzon instead of calling out the foreigner’s behavior
- Guanzon later explained that the incident started because of a coughing issue inside the mall
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Senator Robin Padilla came to the defense of former Commission on Elections (Comelec) Commissioner Rowena Guanzon after a video of her heated confrontation with a mall-goer inside a Makati City mall spread widely online. The clip, which circulated on December 6, showed Guanzon raising her voice after allegedly being confronted and disrespected. It quickly sparked discussions on social media, with many debating who was at fault.
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Padilla, known for being vocal about protecting Filipino rights, posted his reaction on Facebook the following day. He explained that he understood why Guanzon reacted the way she did, saying her response was rooted in defending the dignity of a Filipino senior citizen who felt disrespected. According to the senator, no foreigner should feel entitled to push a Filipino aside in their own homeland.
He wrote, “Walang sinuman na dayuhan ang maaring magpalabas sa kahit na sinong Pilipino sa kahit saang lugar sa sarili niyang bansa may ubo man o wala.” Padilla also argued that the foreigner was lucky the situation did not escalate further, given the disrespect allegedly shown toward Guanzon.
He did not hold back when it came to online critics who mocked or blamed the former commissioner. He said, “Pambihira din ang mga troll ano… ito ngayon nagmalabis ang isang tsino sa isang Filipino senior citizen sa loob na mismo ng teritoryo na ng Pilipinas, ang ibashing niyo yun Filipino senior citizen dahil lumaban.” Padilla emphasized that it was inconsistent to criticize China’s actions in the West Philippine Sea yet defend a foreigner over a Filipino on local soil.
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On her end, Guanzon also addressed the controversy in a Facebook post. She said the incident began because of a coughing issue inside the mall. Although details were limited, she suggested that the confrontation was fueled by the reaction toward her. Her statement aimed to give context to the viral video, which captured only the tail end of the exchange.
Guanzon, a familiar figure in Philippine politics and online discourse, has long been known for her outspoken personality. She previously served as a Comelec commissioner and has been involved in several high-profile political debates. Even after leaving office, she has remained active on social media, often speaking up about national issues and calling out public behavior she finds unacceptable.
Meanwhile, Padilla has consistently expressed strong views when it comes to defending Filipino rights on Philippine territory. His response to Guanzon’s viral moment fits into his broader stance on asserting national dignity, especially in situations involving foreigners.
As the discussion continues online, many Filipinos have taken sides, with some supporting Guanzon’s reaction and others criticizing the way she handled the situation. Still, her explanation and Padilla’s defense have added more context to the story, pushing the conversation toward issues of respect, boundaries, and proper behavior in public spaces.
An earlier report by KAMI covered Guanzon’s response to online critics who questioned her posts and statements. She addressed her detractors directly and reminded them to stop spreading negativity. The article highlighted how Guanzon often deals with criticism head-on, consistent with her outspoken image.
Previously, Guanzon took formal action following a separate mall confrontation involving coughing concerns. She filed a complaint and explained her side of the incident, showing that she takes these situations seriously. The report also detailed the reactions of mall staff and those who witnessed the exchange.
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