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Francisco S. Tatad
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| Senator of the Philippines | |
| In office June 30, 1992 – June 30, 2001 |
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| Senate Majority Leader | |
| In office July 12, 2000 – June 30, 2001 |
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| Preceded by | Franklin Drilon |
| Succeeded by | Loren Legarda |
| In office October 10, 1996 – January 26, 1998 |
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| Preceded by | Alberto Romulo |
| Succeeded by | Franklin Drilon |
| Minister of Public Information | |
| In office 1969–1980 |
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| President | Ferdinand Marcos |
| Preceded by | Position established |
| Succeeded by | Gregorio Cendaña |
| Mambabatas Pambansa (Assemblyman) from Region V | |
| In office June 12, 1978 – June 5, 1984 |
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| Personal details | |
| Born | October 4, 1939 Gigmoto, Albay, Philippine Commonwealth (now Gigmoto, Catanduanes, Philippines) |
| Political party | Independent (1987–1992; 2009–present) |
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PMP (2004–2009) Gabay Bayan (1998–2004) LDP (1995–1998) NPC (1992–1995) KBL (1978–1987) |
| Spouse | Fernandita "Fenny" Cantero |
| Relations | Shalani Soledad (niece) |
| Residences | Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines |
| Alma mater | University of Santo Tomas Center for Research and Communication |
| Profession | Journalist, Politician |
Francisco "Kit" Sarmiento Tatad (born October 4, 1939) is a Filipino journalist and politician. He is well-known for his long career in public service. He served as the Minister of Public Information under President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. from 1969 to 1980. Later, he became a Senator of the Philippines from 1992 to 2001.
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Political Career Highlights
Francisco Tatad began his career in government at a young age. President Ferdinand Marcos appointed him as the Minister of Public Information. This made him the youngest person to join Marcos's cabinet. A cabinet is a group of top advisors to the president.
Key Announcements and Roles
In 1972, Tatad announced the declaration of martial law in the Philippines. Martial law is when the military takes control of the government. He made this important announcement just hours before President Marcos spoke to the public. While serving as a minister, he also became a member of the Batasang Pambansa. This was a legislative body, similar to a parliament, that helped make laws.
Serving in the Senate
Tatad was elected as a Senator of the Philippines in 1992. He served two terms, until 2001. During his time in the Senate, he held a powerful position called Majority Floor Leader. This role means he was the main leader of the political party with the most seats in the Senate. He held this position twice: from 1996 to 1998, and again from 2000 to 2001.
In 2001, as a senator, he was part of a major political event. He was one of the senators who voted against opening a certain document during a hearing. This event was part of the political changes that led to the EDSA Revolution of 2001, which brought about a change in the country's leadership.
Later Political Activities
After his time as a senator, Tatad continued to be involved in politics. He ran for senator again in 2004 but did not win. He also ran for senator in 2010, but again, he was not elected.
In 2012, Tatad was involved in a public discussion during the impeachment hearing of Chief Justice Renato Corona. An impeachment is a process where a public official is accused of wrongdoing. During the hearing, he had a disagreement with Senator-Judge Franklin Drilon about how the proceedings were being handled.
