“So whenever the tug of populism tempts us to pass measures without regard of their fiscal cost, he is there to ask us if those who will ultimately foot the bill can actually afford it.”

—  Francis Escudero

2013, Speech: Nomination of Senator Ralph Recto as Senate Pro Tempore

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