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ANTONIO P. CONTRERAS
COCKROACHES have always been depicted as despicable creatures. They are seen as indicators of the existence of dirt and filth. They bring diseases and germs. They are not loveable. It would not be an exaggeration to say that it is very rare to see someone who would like them. It is definitely not a compliment to call anyone cockroach-faced, or “mukhang ipis.”
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