Teodoro Casiño

Journalist and Filipino politician

Born

November 15th, 1968
56 years ago

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Philippines

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Active in journalism and politics, significant contributions made to public discourse. Served as a journalist and was elected as a member of the Philippine House of Representatives, representing the party-list group Bayan Muna. Focused on issues such as human rights, social justice, and environmental protection. Engaged in various media platforms to advocate for progressive policies and reforms.

Elected to the Philippine House of Representatives

Advocated for human rights and social justice

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