The power of Yedda Romualdez, Lady of the House and wife of the Speaker

The power of Yedda Romualdez, Lady of the House and wife of the Speaker

MANILA, Philippines – Speaker Martin Romualdez’s most indispensable asset in the House of Representatives is a partnership that goes beyond political party ties: a marriage vow.  Yedda Romualdez, also a sitting congresswoman, is an ally who, for better or for worse, will never turn on her husband, the Speaker.  While political dynasties thrive in Congress, a power couple in the Batasang Pambansa is uncommon, especially one that involves the cham…