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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) Nacionalista (until 1978) |
| 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 was born on October 4, 1939. He is a Filipino journalist and politician. He is known for being a government minister under President Ferdinand Marcos Sr. from 1969 to 1980. He also served as a Senator from 1992 to 2001.
A Look at His Career
Early Government Roles
When President Marcos appointed him, Tatad became the youngest member of the cabinet. He served as the Minister of Public Information. During his time in this role, he announced the declaration of martial law on September 23, 1972. This happened just hours before President Marcos himself spoke about it. While working as a cabinet secretary, he also became a member of the Batasang Pambansa. This was a legislative body in the Philippines.
Time as Senator
Tatad served in the Senate of the Philippines for many years. He was a Senator from 1992 to 2001. During his time in the Senate, he held an important position. He was the Majority Floor Leader. He held this role from 1996 to 1998. He served again as Majority Floor Leader from 2000 to 2001.
In 2001, he was one of 11 senators who voted against opening an envelope. This envelope was said to contain important information about the then-President Joseph Estrada. This event was part of the EDSA Revolution of 2001. This was a major protest that led to a change in leadership.
Later Political Activities
After his time as Senator, Tatad continued to be involved in politics. In 2004, he ran for senator again. He was part of the Koalisyon ng Nagkakaisad Pilipino party. However, he did not win that election.
In 2007, he left the governing board of the United Opposition party. He did this to protest the party's choices for senatorial candidates. He was concerned about "dynasty-building." This means that families have many members serving in politics. He felt that too many relatives of current senators were being chosen.
He ran for senator one more time in 2010. He finished in 27th place and did not win.
In 2012, Tatad was involved in a hearing about Chief Justice Renato Corona. During this hearing, he had a discussion with Senator-Judge Franklin Drilon. Tatad believed Drilon was acting too much like a part of the prosecution team.
