Make no mistake: The recent PCSO scandal violates the separation of churches and state. Yet some, including several Senators, think that the PCSO and Catholic bishops weren't doing anything wrong. By the end of this article, I hope you'll agree: In every donation the bishops received from the PCSO, secularism was undoubtedly, unquestionably, and unmistakably violated.
"We're here to remind everyone that even bishops can be criminals, too," said Red Tani, spokesman of Bantay Bishop. "Criminals must be brought to justice, even if they're leaders of religious organizations."
After throwing allegations left and right, the Philippine Charity Sweepstakes Office (PCSO) finally began to back it up. They've revealed the recipients of the 7 Pajeros.
According to Fr. Reyes, GMA "constructed houses (for priests), convents, cathedrals, and gave away cars" so that bishops would not criticize GMA's presidency or ask her to step down during "crisis points" such as the election scandal in 2005.