House to tackle resolution on national artist award for Dolphy

the intent is good, but the people initiating is simply an evidence of early publicity and politicking. leave it to the right authority in handling this. huwag ng sumawsaw ang mga pulitikong sumasakay lang sa agos ng “hot topics”.

Despite having won few awards, I believe that Dolphy deserves to be recognized as a National Artist.

For me, a national artist is not only the one who brought honors to the country by exemplifying extraordinary achievement in the international scene.

A national artist is also the one who greatly influenced the culture of the nation and has brought relief and feeling to Filipinos with a sense of true belongingness. A sense of idiosyncrasy that could not be felt anywhere else. A feeling of being truly at home.

Not only has Dolphy became a household name, he had also been one of the most prominent names in Philippine Entertainment Industry. With his unique style and face, he has given birth to a new and truly Filipino comedic culture.

Not only will this award be truly deserved, this will also serve as a gift to an individual who has personified art in Filipino consciousness and who, I believe, is still hanging on to life for something.

Though poignant as it is, we may have to say farewell to Dolphy. And by giving this recognition just in time he closes his eyes for the last time, he can rest with a smile, joy, contentment, and pride in his face, that at last, the Filipinos affirm his contribution.

Mabibigyan lang ng Award si Dolphy bilang National Artist. PAG PATAY NA SIYA. HINIHINTAY NALANG NILA TO MAMATAY! MGA PESTE

where were these congressmen when the nominations prior to the last awarding? do not politicize the national Artist award.

Dolphy may be deserving but go through the process.