Businessman Charlie “Atong” Ang launched a tirade against e-sabong critics who slam gambling but ignore the humanitarian efforts that his non-government organization has been undertaking.
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In a YouTube video uploaded recently, Ang said gambling could be a force for good if it is allowed in moderation.
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“Yung mga naninira sa amin dito, tinitingnan ninyo yung mga maliliit na kasalanan ng sugal. Bakit hindi niyo tingnan yung macro na naitutulong nito. Eh yung sugal, talaga namang di mo maiiwasan yan eh. Lahat ng moderate, ayos. Lahat ng sobra, masama,” he said.
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“Napakalinis ng intensyon ng aming kumpanya at ng aming pamilya. Kung pwede lang, tingnan niyo yung magandang side,” the businessman added.
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Ang’s Pitmaster Cares Foundation has been at the forefront of helping underprivileged communities and local government units.
The businessman said that unlike “hypocrite” politikos, he has done his share to improve people’s lives.
“Kayong mga politikong mga ipokrito, mag-isip-isip kayo. Wag plataporma ang ilabas niyo. ‘Pag sinabi kong nagawa, yung direkta sa tao ah,” he said, showcasing his company’s outreach projects through Pitmaster Cares Foundation.
“Kami nagpapakain ng tao, nagpapagamot ng tao. Kayo anong ginagawa niyo? Gagawa kayo ng batas tapos hindi niyo sinusunod,” Ang added.