MANILA, Philippines – A group of legal and human rights organizations strongly urged Kabayan Representative Harry Roque to reconsider President Rodrigo Duterte’s offer to be his spokesperson.

“We ask you to stand on the right side of the struggle for human rights and justice in the Philippines,” Bertha Justice Network, a network composed of 14 international groups, said in an open letter dated Thursday, October 26.

Two sources told Rappler that Duterte is considering tapping Roque. Initially hesitant to accept the post, the two are likely to come to an agreement during a dinner scheduled this week. (READ: Duterte offering Harry Roque Palace communications post)

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