Senators slam mockery of persons with autism

Inquirer.net - Oct 15, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Several senators on Thursday condemned the mockery of persons with autism, saying such behavior has no place in society or in the digital space. The senators’ reactions came amid public backlash over comments made by the hosts of the video podcast “Machong Chismisan” about Joshua “Josh” Aquino, the eldest son of television host

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