Philippines, Sept. 21 -- DUMAGUETE CITY - Bishop Julito Cortes of the Diocese of Dumaguete exhorted the faithful on Sunday to fight corruption by beginning with self-conversion and embracing genuine change.
"Corruption is a moral evil that is besetting our country. We pray that this realization would come that each one actually contributes to this evil in small ways and big ways," Cortes said in an interview with the Philippine News Agency.
He said petty lies, deception and stealing in smaller offices could lead to bigger forms of corruption at a higher level.
Cortes said genuine change does not rest on the government alone, but should start with every Filipino.
The diocese issued a statement against corruption, calling for good govern...