In an interview in GMA News’ “Kandidato” program, Independent presidential candidate and environmentalist Nicanor Perlas is ready to challenge the church and legalize divorce if he wins in the May 10 elections.

Separated from his wife, Perlas said that although he respects marriage, there is no reason for someone to stick to a loveless relationship.

“I respect marriage but [I would support divorce] when you have conditions where people are suffering in the marriage,” said Perlas.

When asked if he would support the legalization of divorce in the Philippines, Perlas said, “Yes.” He added divorce is acceptable especially in cases of abusive or disloyal partners.

Perlas, however, was quick to add that his own relations with his wife are okay and that she supports his endeavors even though they are separated.

Full separation of married couples in the Philippines is currently possible only through annulment.

Perlas added he is in favor of vasectomy, ligation and the use of condoms as means to control population growth.

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