News Release March 16, 2010 The anti-fraud group Kontra Daya today told the Commission on Elections (Comelec) not to shift the blame in relation to the accreditation of six party-list groups that, according to the watchdog, should be disqualified from participating in the May 2010 elections. In a dialogue yesterday with Comelec Commissioner Gregorio Larrazabal,…
Day: March 16, 2010
Arroyo Hand Seen in North Harbor Privatization Snag
Press Release March 16, 2010 Labor center Kilusang Mayo Uno today accused the Arroyo government for being responsible for the snag in the privatization of the Manila North Harbor, saying the government is using a “corrupt” labor leader to thwart the port’s privatization. The privatization of the Manila North Harbor has recently reached an impasse,…
The Courage and Commitment of Judy Taguiwalo
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
Online and in the streets, Judy Taguiwalo is an inspiration to a new generation of Filipino activists, particularly women activists. Her world view is shaped by our nation’s history — a history that not too many Filipinos had the courage to confront nor the opportunity or inclination to take part in. She insists on correcting mistakes and learning from them. And she roasts a mean chicken with Kikkoman and lemon grass.
Low Education Does Not Justify Arrest of Morong 43
Press Statement March 15, 2010 “The ensuing black propaganda and innuendos continuously churned out by state forces on the case of the 43 health workers shows complete ignorance on community health work. This not only reeks of elitism but a desperately malicious attempt to discredit these health workers”, said Dr. Julie Caguiat, one of the…