Female Army Reservist Quits Job Following Former President Duterte’s Arrest
A female army reservist touches many hearts after sharing an emotional post about her decision to leave the military.
Recently, Yumi Santiago, a Facebook user, explained why she chose to resign from her profession. The post immediately circulated online and garnered various reactions from the internet users.
Santiago shared that she had dedicated her life to serving the country and had sworn an oath to protect the nation and its people. However, she felt deep sadness and frustration over recent events, particularly the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte.
Yumi expressed disappointment that the leader she considered a father figure to the Philippines had been betrayed by the very people who succeeded him. She believed that many focused only on Duterte’s tough and outspoken nature, ignoring his contributions and leadership.
The current situation made her question her dedication to the military. Her passion had turned into doubt and sorrow. She felt conflicted about continuing her advocacy, especially when she believed justice was lacking in her own country.
Despite her resignation, Santiago remained firm in her desire to fight for the future of her children, her grandchildren, and the generations to come. She bid farewell to her uniform and military career, stating that her memories of service would always be remembered.
Here is the full post:
“Sa mga hindi po nakaka-alam. Ako po ay isang Military. Sumumpa sa watawat ng Pilipinas na poprotektahan ko ang Bayan at ang Sambayanan.
Etong Araw na toh ang pinaka mabigat sa puso ko.
Dahil yung kaisa isang Presidenteng itinuring na tatay ng buong Pilipinas, na ngayon ay pinagkanulo sa DAYUHAN ng mismong pumalit sa kanya.
Yung Presidenteng PALAMURA AT BASTOS ang BIBIG ang nakikita nila.
Na normal ng ginagawa ng mga tao ngayon at ultimo mga bata ay ginagawa na din.
Ang dating sigla sa pagbibigay ng serbisyo na ngayon ay napalitan ng kahabagan at pagdadalawang isip.
Pagdadalawang isip na ituloy ang aking Adbokasiya sa kabila ng kawalan ng hustisya sa sariling Bansa.
Laban, laban, at laban lang ang tanging sigaw ng puso at isipan ko para sa aking mga anak, para sa aking mga magiging apo at para sa aking magiging lahi.
My uniforms and memories will forever be remembered.
This is Sgt. Santiago. PAFR (Badge # BN-T21-01***1)”
The social media users expressed their reactions to the post:
