PHTwo mothers of students killed in a June 22 mass shooting at San Jose National High School in Tacloban City expressed gratitude for President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s tribute to their children during his fifth State of the Nation Address (Sona). However, they emphasized that their main demand remains justice for the victims. The mothers called for the prosecution of the 14-year-old suspect, who is legally exempt from criminal liability under the Juvenile Justice and Welfare Act. The 15-year-old suspect is currently held by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD), while prosecutors have filed charges against him. The victims' families are seeking accountability despite the legal protections afforded to juvenile offenders.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the perspectives of the victims' families and mentions the president's tribute without overtly favoring any political side. It includes direct quotes from the mothers and provides factual information about the legal status of the suspects. There is no evident bias toward either褒
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