Ronalyn V. Olea, Author at Bulatlat

Indigenous Peoples Raise Alarm Against Aggressive Mining Policy of Aquino Government

By RONALYN V. OLEA
“This is an issue of life-and-death not only for the indigenous peoples but also for the whole nation. If all of the mining projects will push through, the damage on the environment and on the people’s lives would be irreparable,” Joan Jaime of Kalipunan ng mga Katutubong Mamamayan ng Pilipinas (Kamp) said.

Sidebar: Philippine Mining Industry A Source of Profits for TNCs, A Curse to Communities

Ronalyn V. Olea | Apr 11, 2011

Philippine mining industry a source of profit for TNCs, a curse to communities

By RONALYN V. OLEA
Contrary to government claims, the entry of mining transnational corporations has not improved the lives of the Filipino people and the economy as a whole.

Ronalyn V. Olea | Apr 11, 2011

‘Deadline: The Reign of Impunity’ to Stir Up Audience on Media Killings

By RONALYN V. OLEA Bulatlat.com MANILA – The film Deadline: The Reign of Impunity is brutal as it is truthful and brave. It is the first film to depict media killings in the country. The figures are a cause for alarm: 144 journalists murdered since 1986 with 104...

Ronalyn V. Olea | Apr 9, 2011

Groups Condemn Anew US Military Intervention, VFA

By RONALYN V. OLEA
“No matter how US Ambassador Harry Thomas tries to sugarcoat the Balikatan exercises, it is nothing but massive counterinsurgency operations by US troops in Philippine soil.” – League of Filipino Students

Ronalyn V. Olea | Apr 6, 2011

Colleagues Mark Death of Human Rights Defender

By RONALYN V. OLEA Bulatlat.com April 5 marked the birth of a woman who is accused of violating human rights and causing the death of another woman who died defending human rights. As former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo celebrated her 64th birthday on April 5,...

Ronalyn V. Olea | Apr 5, 2011

Arroyo, Former Top Defense, Military Officials Sued For Damages By Morong 43

“We have decided to file for moral and exemplary damages against former president Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo and her security officials for violation of our rights. This is but a small step to end impunity in our country. Yet, this a step forward in our long march for justice,” Gary Liberal, spokesman of the Morong 43, said.

Ronalyn V. Olea | Apr 4, 2011

Political Prisoner Slams Oplan Bayanihan, Filing of ‘Trumped up Charges’

By RONALYN V. OLEA Bulatlat.com MANILA – A political prisoner criticized the Aquino administration’s new counterinsurgency program, describing it as a “sugarcoated bullet.” Randy Felix Malayao, a consultant of the National Democratic Front of the Philippines...

Ronalyn V. Olea | Apr 1, 2011

Gov’t Optimistic About the Talks, MILF Wary of ‘Process Roadblocks’

By RONALYN V. OLEA
“The spoilers are the greatest stumbling blocks. They are not enemies of government, some are in government.” – Michael Mastura, vice chairman of the MILF negotiating panel

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 31, 2011

Aquino’s Transmittal to Senate of Rome Statute Not Enough

By RONALYN OLEA Bulatlat.com MANILA – For an anti-imperialist group, the move of President Benigno S. Aquino III endorsing the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC) for ratification by the Senate is a welcome development but is not enough. Aquino...

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 25, 2011

Woman Radio Broadcaster Gunned Down in Manila

By RONALYN V. OLEA Bulatlat.com MANILA – A woman radio anchor was shot dead along Solonian street in Maysilo, Malabon at around 9:45 a.m, March 24. Marlina “Len” Flores-Sumera, 45, of radio station dzME’s “Arangkada 1530,” was about to board a jeepney on her way to...

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 25, 2011

Soldiers Shoot at Aggay Family, One Killed

By RONALYN V. OLEA
The Aggay family was on their way to Villa Cielo village in Gattaran, Cagayan when the two armed men fired at them.

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 25, 2011

Next on the Agenda of the GPH-NDFP Peace Talks: Socio-economic Reforms

By RONALYN V. OLEA
Speaking before members of people’s organizations, Randall Echanis, a member of the NDFP’s Reciprocal Working Committee on Socio-Economic Reforms (RCW-SER) said the Comprehensive Agreement on Socio-economic Reforms is the meat of the peace negotiations as it aims to address the roots of the armed conflict.

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 25, 2011

Peasant Activist Gunned Down in Isabela

By RONALYN V. OLEA Bulatlat.com MANILA – A 61-year old peasant activist was shot dead by two men on board a motorcycle, March 9 in San Roque village, San Mateo, Isabela, human rights group Karapatan said. Bonifacio Labasan, an active member of Danggayan Dagiti...

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 23, 2011

Victims Insulted By Proposed Hero’s Burial for Marcos

By RONALYN V. OLEA Bulatlat.com MANILA – Survivors of martial law criticized a House resolution seeking to bury former president Ferdinand Marcos at the Libingan ng mga Bayani. The Samahan ng mga Ex-detainees Laban sa Detensyon at Aresto (Selda), an organization of...

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 23, 2011

Burgos Family Urges Government, AFP to Surface Jonas After CHR Found Army Culpable

By RONALYN V. OLEA
“After almost four years of waiting, we finally see a glimmer of hope…While we seem to have won this battle, the real measure of success is the recovery of my son. We shall continue the fight until Jonas is returned to us, alive and well and justice is served.” – Edita Burgos

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 23, 2011

Postponing Elections in ARMM, A Political Payback Says Election Watchdog

By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
Reportedly, there are a number of individuals allied with Malacañang lobbying to be appointed as officers-in-charge (OICs) for ARMM. Among those alleged to be aspiring for an appointment are losing Basilan gubernatorial candidate, former Anak Mindanao Rep. Mujiv Hataman, Akbayan head Ronald Llamas and Presidential Adviser on Peace Process Teresita Deles.

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 23, 2011

Angelina Ipong Talks About Her Ordeal As Political Prisoner

By RONALYN V. OLEA
Her military captors tried to break her will and her spirit, but she became stronger in the end.

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 21, 2011

Urban Poor Leader Protesting Demolitions in Navotas City Killed, Another Victim of Extrajudicial Killings Under Aquino

By RONALYN OLEA Bulatlat.com MANILA – A leader of an urban poor group was shot dead by a lone gunman in San Roque village, Kadiwa, Navotas City, March 16. Based on the initial accounts from the urban poor group Kalipunan ng Damayang Mahihirap-Navotas...

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 18, 2011

Rights, Church Groups Bring Case of Killing of Botanist to the UN

By RONALYN OLEA
The families of the victims and their supporters have expressed fear of a possible whitewash with the report of the Department of Justice and National Bureau of Investigation clearing the military of any responsibility.

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 18, 2011

Rights Groups Appear Before UN to Assail Continuing Violations, Lack of Justice

By RONALYN V. OLEA
“There has been no let-up in the spate of human rights violations from the administration of former president Arroyo to the current government. Not one case under the Arroyo government has been rendered justice, not one perpetrator has been brought to jail.” – Karapatan

Ronalyn V. Olea | Mar 15, 2011

Close

Indigenous Peoples Raise Alarm Against Aggressive Mining Policy of Aquino Government

Philippine mining industry a source of profit for TNCs, a curse to communities

‘Deadline: The Reign of Impunity’ to Stir Up Audience on Media Killings

Groups Condemn Anew US Military Intervention, VFA

Colleagues Mark Death of Human Rights Defender

Arroyo, Former Top Defense, Military Officials Sued For Damages By Morong 43

Political Prisoner Slams Oplan Bayanihan, Filing of ‘Trumped up Charges’

Gov’t Optimistic About the Talks, MILF Wary of ‘Process Roadblocks’

Aquino’s Transmittal to Senate of Rome Statute Not Enough

Woman Radio Broadcaster Gunned Down in Manila

Soldiers Shoot at Aggay Family, One Killed

Next on the Agenda of the GPH-NDFP Peace Talks: Socio-economic Reforms

Peasant Activist Gunned Down in Isabela

Victims Insulted By Proposed Hero’s Burial for Marcos

Burgos Family Urges Government, AFP to Surface Jonas After CHR Found Army Culpable

Postponing Elections in ARMM, A Political Payback Says Election Watchdog

Angelina Ipong Talks About Her Ordeal As Political Prisoner

Urban Poor Leader Protesting Demolitions in Navotas City Killed, Another Victim of Extrajudicial Killings Under Aquino

Rights, Church Groups Bring Case of Killing of Botanist to the UN

Rights Groups Appear Before UN to Assail Continuing Violations, Lack of Justice

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