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Palace spokesperson stands firm on teacher conduct remarks despite backlash
Palace press officer Claire Castro on Wednesday refused to retract comments about teachers' conduct, insisting those who misinterpreted her statements bear responsibility for the misunderstanding. Her remarks have drawn sharp criticism from the Alliance of Concerned Teachers.
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MANILA — Palace press officer Claire Castro doubled down on her previous statements regarding alleged disrespectful behavior among some teachers, rejecting calls for an apology during a Wednesday briefing.
Castro maintained that her remarks were misinterpreted by critics, stating that those who misconstrued her comments should apologize instead. She did not elaborate on the specific context of her original statements but appeared resolute in her position.
The Alliance of Concerned Teachers (ACT) had previously challenged Castro's comments, characterizing them as insulting to the teaching profession. The teachers' group called for clarification and accountability from the Palace spokesperson.
Castro's refusal to walk back her remarks comes amid ongoing tensions between government officials and education sector groups over various policy matters affecting teachers and school operations.