Fugitive ex-mayor from the Philippines is arrested in Indonesia
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Above: Bamban, Phillipines. Image copyright: Wikimedia Commons
The Spin
Narrative A
Alice Guo's murky background and connections to questionable activities had set off alarm bells. Her ownership of land used by a Pogo, a controversial gambling operation linked to scams, and inconsistencies in her personal history raised red flags. Her vague responses to allegations only heighten suspicions.
Narrative B
Guo has served her town with integrity. She followed proper procedures when issuing a business permit to a controversial Pogo. She is being unfairly implicated in issues primarily under the jurisdiction of other regulatory bodies. She should take this opportunity to clear her name and uphold her reputation.