Raul Daza, a veteran Philippine legislator and former governor of Northern Samar, has passed away at the age of 91.
Key facts
- •Raul Daza served seven non-consecutive terms in the House of Representatives between 1969 and 2019.
- •He held the position of speaker pro tempore from 1992 to 1998.
- •Daza served as the governor of Northern Samar from 2001 to 2010.
- •He was a member of the Liberal Party for 61 years, starting in 1965.
- •Daza placed 11th in the Bar exam after graduating from the University of the Philippines College of Law.
Raul Daza, a longtime congressman from Northern Samar, died at the age of 91, his family announced on Thursday, October 15. A prominent statesman and lawyer, Daza served seven non-consecutive terms in the House of Representatives between 1969 and 2019.
Political Career and Legacy
Daza held several significant political roles throughout his career, including serving as speaker pro tempore from 1992 to 1998 and as governor of Northern Samar from 2001 to 2010. He was a member of the Liberal Party for 61 years, serving as its president from 1994 to 1998. During the Martial Law era, he was known as a defender of democracy and justice, having lived in political exile during that period. He also served as deputy minister of the Presidential Commission on Good Government, which was tasked with recovering the Marcos family’s ill-gotten wealth.
Personal Background and Memorial
A certified public accountant and lawyer, Daza graduated from the University of the Philippines College of Law and placed 11th in the Bar exam. Following his retirement from politics in 2019, his son, Paul, and grandson, Niko, succeeded him in Congress. In lieu of flowers, his family has requested that supporters consider donating to the Foundation for the Diocese of Catarman.
Timeline
- 1965Raul Daza began his 61-year membership with the Liberal Party.
- 1969-2019Daza served seven non-consecutive terms in the House of Representatives.
- 1992-1998Daza served as speaker pro tempore of the House of Representatives.
- 2001-2010Daza served as the governor of Northern Samar.
- October 15The family of Raul Daza announced his passing at the age of 91.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Rappler, Philippine Daily Inquirer.
