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MANILA, Philippines – Davao Del Norte representative Antonio Lagdameo filed a bill pushing for the mandatory use of middle names in all documents and official transactions in the Philippines.
He said it’s not enough write the initial letter of middle names. They have to be spelled out.
“Our name symbolizes our honor and integrity. Once our name is destroyed or tarnished it may be equivalent to loss of life,” Lagdameo said in House Bill 5419.
Lagdameo believes this will prevent anyone from hiding their identities and, possibly, prevent crimes because people will be compelled to protect their names even more.
“The inclusion of the family name of a mother who is usually the closest to a person’s heart will encourage and motivate our citizens to care for and defend their dear name,” Lagdameo said.
The middle name refers to the maiden name of the mother, as registered in the Certificate of live birth.
“Except in the case of an adopted child, the middle name shall be decided upon by the adopter following the legal adoption. If a child born out of wedlock, the mother or the person who has custody of the child shall choose the middle name of the child,” the statement from the House of Representatives explained. – Rappler.com
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