King John, rebellious barons, and one very unimpressed cat at Runnymede. History was messy; the humans were louder. #MagnaCarta #History #Cats #KingJohn #Runnymede

King John, rebellious barons, and one very unimpressed cat at Runnymede. History was messy; the humans were louder. #MagnaCarta #History #Cats #KingJohn #Runnymede

GMA News Online published an explainer on Republic Act No. 9442, also known as the Magna Carta for Persons with Disability (Magna Carta for PWDs), which was amended from RA 7277. The article discusses the legal provisions that prohibit public ridicule and vilification against persons with disabilities (PWDs). Public ridicule is defined as making fun of or mocking individuals with disabilities through words, writing, or actions due to their impairment. Vilification involves slanderous or abusive statements that incite hatred or severe ridicule toward PWDs. The law states that no individual, group, or community should engage in such acts, as they can intimidate or cause loss of self-esteem for PWDs. Violators face penalties including fines ranging from PHP 5,000 to PHP 100,000, imprisonment for six months to two years, or both. Repeat offenders face higher fines and longer prison terms. Corporations or organizations found violating the law will have their officials held liable, while foreign violators will be deported after serving their sentence. The article also references a recent incident where a podcast show was terminated after hosts made disparaging remarks about Kris Aquino's son, Josh, who has a disability. TV host Boy Abunda condemned the remarks as cruel and hurtful, while child protection specialist Ace Diloy emphasized the need for public empathy toward vulnerable groups. The article concludes by highlighting the importance of respecting PWDs' rights under the Magna Carta and the legal consequences for those who violate it.

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