Tetchie Agbayani says show biz celebrities should express views on social issues

For veteran actress Tetchie Agbayani, it is important for show biz celebrities to be vocal about their opinions and sentiments on social issues. "They say that if you're an actor, you should just stick to acting and stay apolitical; but artists are citizens of this country as well. They have a voice and have a unique position in society. Because of their popularity, people listen to them," she began. "Whether you're a celebrity or a normal individual, if you see some injustice being committed---something that violates human rights or contradicts your moral values---it's your obligation to speak up. If you remain quiet, it means you are tolerating the wrongdoing," she explained....

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