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'Paalam, Speaker JDV' Trends As Filipinos Reflect On His Legacy
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🕊️✝️ “Paalam, Former Speaker JDV.” Social media has been filled with tributes and emotional messages honoring former House Speaker Jose de Venecia Jr., as posts remembering his decades-long political career continue to circulate online.
One widely shared message read: “Paalam, Former Speaker JDV. Former five-time Speaker of the House of Representatives, Jose de Venecia Jr., passed away at the age of 89. Jose de Venecia Jr. was born on December 26, 1936, in Barangay Pogo Grande, Dagupan City. Pangasinan mourns the passing of Speaker JDV, whose legacy served not only Dagupan City but the entire Filipino nation.”
De Venecia is widely known as one of the most influential figures in Philippine politics, having served as Speaker of the House for five terms — the longest-serving Speaker in the country’s history. Throughout his career, he played a key role in legislative reforms, economic initiatives, and diplomatic efforts that helped shape modern Philippine governance.
Born and raised in Dagupan City, Pangasinan, JDV built a reputation as a veteran lawmaker, political strategist, and international advocate who helped strengthen the country’s parliamentary leadership across multiple administrations. His contributions to public service extended beyond local politics, earning him recognition both nationally and globally.
As tributes continue to circulate online, many Filipinos are reflecting on the lasting impact of his leadership, remembering him as a seasoned statesman whose influence reached far beyond Pangasinan and into the broader story of the Filipino nation.
One widely shared message read: “Paalam, Former Speaker JDV. Former five-time Speaker of the House of Representatives, Jose de Venecia Jr., passed away at the age of 89. Jose de Venecia Jr. was born on December 26, 1936, in Barangay Pogo Grande, Dagupan City. Pangasinan mourns the passing of Speaker JDV, whose legacy served not only Dagupan City but the entire Filipino nation.”
De Venecia is widely known as one of the most influential figures in Philippine politics, having served as Speaker of the House for five terms — the longest-serving Speaker in the country’s history. Throughout his career, he played a key role in legislative reforms, economic initiatives, and diplomatic efforts that helped shape modern Philippine governance.
Born and raised in Dagupan City, Pangasinan, JDV built a reputation as a veteran lawmaker, political strategist, and international advocate who helped strengthen the country’s parliamentary leadership across multiple administrations. His contributions to public service extended beyond local politics, earning him recognition both nationally and globally.
As tributes continue to circulate online, many Filipinos are reflecting on the lasting impact of his leadership, remembering him as a seasoned statesman whose influence reached far beyond Pangasinan and into the broader story of the Filipino nation.
Feb 10, 2026
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