Families and friends of Rogelio Calubad, a consultant of the National Democratic Front of the Philippines (NDFP) who was abducted with his son three months ago, commemorated with songs and speeches, on the occasion of his birthday, his self-less dedication and contributions to the Filipino people. BY ALELI DEW AYROSO Bulatlat.com As Rogelio “Rudy” Calubad…
Day: April 13, 2010
Escalante Massacre Remembered, Militants Say ‘De Facto Martial Rule’ Exists
Protesters commemorated the massacre of 20 activists and wounding of tens of others in Escalate town during Martial Law. Twenty-one years after the massacre, the military perpetrators in the killing remain unpunished, while the massacre survivors and the families of those killed are yet to be indemnified. BY KARL G. OMBION Bulatlat.com BACOLOD City –…
Tata Pido: Staying Alive, Struggling On
Veteran fisherfolk activist Peter “Tata Pido” Gonzalez survived Martial Law without being touched by government soldiers. It is only under the current regime that he had his near-brush with death. He survived an attempt on his life but continues to fight, saying we are now under a regime worse than that of Marcos. BY DENNIS…