Carol Pagaduan-Araullo | Change: Illusions and Real Prospects
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Struggle for Land, Justice Continues Under Aquino as More Luisita-Like Cases Emerge
Struggle for Land, Justice Continues Under Aquino as More Luisita-Like Cases Emerge
By JANESS ANN J. ELLAO
Denial of their rightful claim to the land they have been tilling for generations, forcible eviction, killings, and harassments continue to plague the peasantry even after the Aquino administration replaced the much-hated Arroyo administration.
Tribal Rights Still Being Violated to Favor Mining Interests
Tribal Rights Still Being Violated to Favor Mining Interests
By RONALYN V. OLEA
The Aquino government continues to implement Arroyo’s National Minerals Policy, said Piya Malayao, spokeswoman of KAMP. “Aquino’s private-public partnerships would further hasten foreign investments on mining at the expense of indigenous peoples,” Malayao added.
2 More of Morong 43 Freed; 3 Remaining in Jail Are Held Illegally, Lawyer Insists
2 More of Morong 43 Freed; 3 Remaining in Jail Are Held Illegally, Lawyer Insists
By RONALYN V. OLEA
Two more of the so-called “Morong 43” were freed today, Dec. 28, after their lawyers convinced the court that the supposedly pending criminal cases that the police and military cited to prevent their earlier release involved namesakes.
No End in Sight to Violence, Poverty and Deprivation Afflicting Filipino Women
No End in Sight to Violence, Poverty and Deprivation Afflicting Filipino Women
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
While more women are in the forefront of politics and the struggle to uphold women’s rights, still, there are many women whose rights are being violated, be it in their own communities, houses, and workplaces. Even the government violates the rights of women.
UN Upholds Victim’s Rights, Criticizes Philippine Government, Justice System
UN Upholds Victim’s Rights, Criticizes Philippine Government, Justice System
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
She had to recount her ordeal in court over and over again while being questioned by defense attorneys whose aim was to destroy her credibility. She was called a “bad person”, a “whore”, an “adulteress”, and an “extortionist” by the Davao media. And after several years of an excruciating uphill battle, she lost her case in court. But she was undeterred.
News in Pictures: Happy Christmas for ‘Morong 43’
News in Pictures: Happy Christmas for ‘Morong 43’
Members of the Morong 43 and their children decorate a Christmas tree on Monday, three days after their release from prison after more than 10 months of incarceration. Some of the health workers said Christmas this year is one of their happiest ever. (Photos by Ronalyn V. Olea / bulatlat.com)
Slideshow: 33 of the ‘Morong 43′ Walk Free
Slideshow: 33 of the ‘Morong 43′ Walk Free
33 of the 'Morong 43' Walk Free
Morong 43 Recall Abuse by Military
Audio: ‘Morong 43′ Eye Criminal, Civil Complaints Vs Military
Audio: ‘Morong 43′ Eye Criminal, Civil Complaints Vs Military
'Morong 43' Eye Raps Vs Military
For 2 ‘Morong 43’ Moms, a New Beginning
For 2 ‘Morong 43’ Moms, a New Beginning
By JANESS ANN J. ELLAO
Mercy Castro and Judilyn Oliveros gave birth while in police custody and had been under “hospital arrest.” Their release on Friday signaled not just a new beginning but, most importantly, a continuation of their struggle and commitment to help the poor.
5 of ‘Morong 43’ Remain in Jail, Face ‘Ridiculous, Spurious’ Charges
5 of ‘Morong 43’ Remain in Jail, Face ‘Ridiculous, Spurious’ Charges
By RONALYN V. OLEA
Another five of the ‘Morong 43’ are under the custody of the military. Lawyers insist they, too, should be freed because they are being held against their will and have been coerced by the authorities to turn against the others.
Freed ‘Morong 43’ Look Forward to Family, Good Food — and Work
Freed ‘Morong 43’ Look Forward to Family, Good Food — and Work
By LYN V. RAMO
During the press conference, the women thanked their supporters and the mass movement for their freedom. The questions from the journalists present ranged from what one supported described as inane (“Are you still mad at the military?”) to the curious (“What was it like being imprisoned for 10 months?”)
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