“The human rights situation under the Aquino administration is as worrisome as the situation during the Macapagal-Arroyo administration. Perpetrators from state security forces are not being held accountable for their crimes, and much worse, they get juicy promotions, thereby keeping and perpetuating themselves in power.” – Ecumenical Voice
Day: March 5, 2014
Lawyers group condemns harassment of colleagues in Bicol
The NUPL vowed to file countercharges against the police “to teach them a lesson that they are supposed to be law enforcers and should respect the rights of citizens.”
Charter Change to pave the way for ‘ocean grab’ – fisherfolk group
“The decision of the House Committee on Constitutional Amendments to amend the 1987 Constitution will entice fishing investors abroad to embark on monopoly fishing expeditions inside the country’s territorial waters to fish for high value sea-based products such as tuna and other high priced aquamarine products.” – Pamalakaya
Spying on activists: New document shows US Army targeted Olympia war protesters
Edward Snowden revelations have left many Americans shocked by the massive intelligence dragnet operated by the National Security Agency.
Community fishing
Women’s group storm the office of the National Food Authority
“We are taking this opportunity to barrage the government with protests for the whole week until March 8 to expose his (Aquino) accountability for the worsening state of women.” – Gabriela
US report on rights situation in the Philippines ‘hypocritical,’ says rights group
“It is image building. The US government is trying to soften its image among Filipinos and also in the international community as it prepares for an increased and permanent presence in the Philippines for its vaunted Asian pivot.”