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                    [Summary] => Citing health reasons, Ombudsman Simeon Marcelo tendered his irrevocable resignation yesterday to President Arroyo.


"Basically, it’s burnout. I just want to be able to heal my body. The problem really lies with me. Public life is not for me," he explained, dousing speculation that he left the government due to pressure from Malacañang.


His resignation takes effect on Nov. 30. 


"I cannot resign abruptly. I have to manage a transition period. I just hope I can provide a smooth transition," he said.


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FIVE-MAN OMBUDSMAN

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"Basically, it’s burnout. I just want to be able to heal my body. The problem really lies with me. Public life is not for me," he explained, dousing speculation that he left the government due to pressure from Malacañang.


His resignation takes effect on Nov. 30. 


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Ombudsman quits, cites poor health

By Delon Porcalla | October 1, 2005 - 12:00am

Citing health reasons, Ombudsman Simeon Marcelo tendered his irrevocable resignation yesterday to President Arroyo. "Basically, it’s burnout. I just want to be able to heal my body. The problem really...

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