‘2027 national budget deprioritizes the poor’
How will Marcos fund the P7.2 trillion national budget when 2027 revenue collection is projected to be only at P5.206 trillion?
‘2027 national budget deprioritizes the poor’
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Prison officials accountable for P7 million missing fund
Prison officials accountable for P7 million missing fund
The Bureau of Corrections should investigate its erring personnel, file the necessary charges and demand that she return what she embezzled instead of squeezing the PDLs dry.
People’s SONA decries US influence, corruption under Marcos administration
People’s SONA decries US influence, corruption under Marcos administration
Throughout the program, speakers argued that the country's worsening economic conditions, corruption, attacks on human rights, environmental degradation, and controversial development projects stem from policies that prioritize foreign and corporate interests over the welfare of Filipinos.
‘Selective prosecution’ in Marcos Jr. anti-corruption probe?
‘Selective prosecution’ in Marcos Jr. anti-corruption probe?
"Marcos is at the top, and those at the lower levels cannot be the only ones held accountable."
Filipinos urged to focus on morality of VP Sara’s threats
Filipinos urged to focus on morality of VP Sara’s threats
“No public official should threaten the life of another human being."
Groups condemn illegal assembly charges vs activists
Groups condemn illegal assembly charges vs activists
"It's infuriating that those who are protesting to demand for a daily living wage of P1,200 ($19.53), lower prices of basic goods, and respect for the rights of workers and ordinary Filipinos are the very ones being charged."
VP Sara’s grave threats cannot be justified — rights lawyer
VP Sara’s grave threats cannot be justified — rights lawyer
Grave threats cannot be used as justification.
VP Sara’s assassination threats notable, difficult to refute
VP Sara’s assassination threats notable, difficult to refute
The assassination threats made by Vice President Sara Duterte against high-ranking government officials were difficult to refute, as these were witnessed by the Filipino people.
Progressives call for VP Sara’s conviction
Progressives call for VP Sara’s conviction
This is the second time that Duterte got impeached at the House of Representatives.
Cebu groups to the Filipino public: Don’t look away from Impeachment Trial
Cebu groups to the Filipino public: Don’t look away from Impeachment Trial
Progressive groups here called on Filipinos nationwide to stay engaged and continue monitoring the impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte, warning that public attention is key to holding those in power accountable.
Child rights advocates oppose lowering criminal responsibility age
Child rights advocates oppose lowering criminal responsibility age
“Punishment is not the answer. Proper intervention is needed to guide children towards reason."
Interfaith leaders unite to call for truth, accountability
Interfaith leaders unite to call for truth, accountability
"Our call is simple, clear, and direct. If someone sinned, they must answer for it. No exemptions, no VIPs, no matter the alliance or party. The corrupt must be jailed from top to bottom."
Why oppose HOR’s anti-political dynasty bill?
Why oppose HOR’s anti-political dynasty bill?
"Instead of finally putting teeth into the constitutional prohibition against political dynasties, this counterfeit bill does the exact opposite."
Groups unite to monitor impeachment, defend constitutional accountability
Groups unite to monitor impeachment, defend constitutional accountability
For the organizers, the impeachment trial is not simply another political battle in Manila—it is a test of democratic institutions and the Filipino people's capacity to demand accountability from those in power.
Senate chaos compromises truth, accountability, justice
Senate chaos compromises truth, accountability, justice
Cayetano should be replaced to break the impasse.
Anti-corruption campaign as church’s peace work
Anti-corruption campaign as church’s peace work
“Good governance and politics of change are part of the peace talks. This should compel them to go back to the negotiating panel."
No more delays in Duterte impeachment trial, Senate told
No more delays in Duterte impeachment trial, Senate told
“The Senate should not become an institution that protects the corrupt and murderers."
Bato is a fugitive, PH is bound to implement ICC arrest warrant — OSG
Bato is a fugitive, PH is bound to implement ICC arrest warrant — OSG
“The essence of being a fugitive from justice lies in the deliberate act of placing oneself beyond the reach of law enforcement."
Senate chaos deepens over ICC standoff
Senate chaos deepens over ICC standoff
“First, they turned the Senate into a safe house for Bato, and then they conspired to allow him to escape instead of surrendering the suspect to law enforcement agencies."
UN, ASEAN and the Senate scandal
UN, ASEAN and the Senate scandal
“Even if the Philippines is no longer a state party to the ICC, the Philippine government owns the continuing obligation to cooperate in any investigation conducted by the ICC since it is the essence of Article 27 that survives even after the withdrawal."
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