The Philippine Embassy in the United States takes a stand against the upcoming episode of American political series “Madam Secretary.” This is after a released promo clip for the show’s next episode depicts the Philippine President inappropriately hitting on the show’s lead, US Secretary of State Elizabeth McCord (Tea Leoni).
“This highly negative portrayal of our Head of State not only casts doubt on the respectability of the Office of the Philippine President but also denigrates that way our nation navigates foreign affairs,” the official statement from the embassy released to various media outlets said. “It also tarnishes the Philippines’ longstanding advocacy for women’s rights and gender equality.”
Since the press release, people behind “Madam Secretary” and network CBS, who broadcasts the show, have yet to acknowledge the backlash. The upcoming episode titled “Break in Diplomacy” is still scheduled to air this Sunday. -ALD
