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Risa Hontiveros

1966 - Today

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Ana Theresia "Risa" Navarro Hontiveros Baraquel ([ˈɾisa ɔntɪˈverɔs]; born February 24, 1966) is a Filipino politician who has served as a senator of the Philippines since 2016. A member of the progressive Akbayan party, she previously served as its party-list representative from 2004 to 2010. Born to a prominent family in the Philippines, Hontiveros studied social sciences at the Ateneo de Manila University, graduating in 1987. She worked as a journalist for IBC and GMA Network and became involved in the formation of Akbayan in 1998. Read more on Wikipedia

Her biography is available in 21 different languages on Wikipedia. Risa Hontiveros is the 19,519th most popular politician, the 133rd most popular biography from Philippines and the 47th most popular Filipino Politician.

Risa Hontiveros is a Filipino politician and a senator of the Philippines since 2016, known for her advocacy on health, women's rights, and social justice issues. She is also recognized for her active role in various legislative initiatives and her work in the media prior to her political career.

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Among people born in 1966, Risa Hontiveros ranks 1,098. Before her are A. O. Scott, Rod Strickland, Christine Blasey Ford, Zeke Jones, Joe Hachem, and Lee McRae. After her are Kevin Martin, Jon Sieben, Jeff Zients, Mike Chioda, Nancy McKeon, and Roger Black.

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In Philippines

Among people born in Philippines, Risa Hontiveros ranks 133 out of 155. Before her are Wesley So (1993), Lydia de Vega (1964), Hidilyn Diaz (1991), Satine Phoenix (1980), Manny Jacinto (1987), and Carlos Yulo (2000). After her are Enrique Gil (1992), Tim Tebow (1987), Rachel Grant (1977), Donnie Nietes (1982), Kris Aquino (1971), and Gilbert Teodoro (1964).

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Among POLITICIANS In Philippines

Among politicians born in Philippines, Risa Hontiveros ranks 47. Before her are Loren Legarda (1960), Alfredo Lim (1929), Walden Bello (1945), Mariano Trías (1868), Salvador Laurel (1928), and Leopoldo Serantes (1962). After her are Gilbert Teodoro (1964), and Francis Escudero (1969).

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