solon

From Ancient Greek Σόλων (Sólōn), the name of an influential Athenian statesman.

solon (plural solons)

A wise legislator or lawgiver.
(especially Philippines) Any legislator.
- 2025 August 5, Harley Palangchao, “Lawmaker seeks protection of rescuers on duty”, in The Manila Times‎, retrieved 7 September 2025:
  In the wake of the death of two first responders in La Trinidad town, Rep. Eric Go Yap seeks to amend the Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010 or Republic Act (RA) 10121. [...] The solon is set to file a bill to amend RA 10121 on Aug. 4, particularly Section 13, as he seeks to institutionalize protection for those serving in the front lines, providing death benefits including funeral services and extending educational allowances to their children to support them through their studies.
- 2025 September 9, Ellson Quismorio, “More House members issue denials on Discaya allegations”, in The Manila Bulletin‎, retrieved 9 September 2025:
  "I strongly and categorically deny the baseless accusations lnking^[sic] me to alleged corrupt practices and illegal acts. The ongoing flood-control nvestigation^[sic] is a serious matter. am^[sic] totally surprised that my name has been mentioned," USWAG ILONGGO Party-list Rep. James "Jojo" Ang Jr. said in a statement, referring to the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee hearing Monday, Sept, 8^[sic] where the solons' names were dropped.

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