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"Each day that they remain missing is torture for their loved ones. James and Felix did not commit any crime. James is an activist, who served the workers. Felix is a cyclist, and an environmental defender," the leaflet of two missing activists read.
The original intent of the party-list law is to give the marginalized and underserved sectors of society a chance to participate in the elections and lawmaking. But a recent study by election watchdog Kontra Daya flagged 55 percent of the party-list groups participating in the 2025 elections for their links to political dynasties, big businesses, police/military connection, corruption, and dubious advocacy.
Indigenous peoples’ rights activist Myrna Cruz-Abraham was released on bail on February 4, after spending eight days in detention following what rights groups described as her illegal arrest in San Rafael, Bulacan.
The Office of the Prosecutor of Manila dismissed the illegal assembly charges against the 10 senatorial candidates of the Makabayan bloc, and other progressive leaders.
Amid growing concerns over the state of education at BCP, students are demanding administrative reforms, citing issues with alleged top-up fees, poor academic policies, and restrictions on their right to voice concerns without retaliation.
Kabataan Partylist Rep. Raoul Manuel said that the move was “a step in the right direction” but he warned that merely withdrawing from the task force is not enough. "There is no place for agencies that put students and teachers in danger within our educational institutions."
“Once again, the DA has shown where its loyalties lie—not with our struggling farmers but with big traders and importers who benefit from these policies. Importing onions at this time will push down farm gate prices, leaving our farmers in deeper debt and losses,”
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more part of our lives, a coalition of civil society groups calls for an end to tech companies’ reliance on fossil fuels to protect the planet.
“The common denominator of these candidates is their direct hand in the atrocities committed against the Filipino people. We appeal to the people not to vote for these human rights violators,” said Cristina Palabay, human rights group Karapatan’s secretary general.
An alliance of election ICT professionals and election watchdogs provides a step-by-step guide on how to report election fraud in the 2025 midterm elections.
“It appears that the illustrious brotherhood of the oldest fraternity of the University of the Philippines has been attacked by amnesia. Forget the numerous cases of ill-gotten wealth? Or the still unpaid estate taxes running into billions?”
The National Union of Peoples’ Lawyers said that the case of John Griefen Arlegui and Reynaldo Viernes “underscores the dangerous trend of using fabricated criminal charges as a tool to suppress progressive political candidates and their supporters.”
“This is a blatant deception and exploitation of the people, especially during a time of soaring rice prices and an ongoing food crisis.”
“These red-tagging posters only prove the endless intimidation and deception of the State against organized and progressive voices.”
“If we do not act, then what will happen? We have had many dialogues and posted our calls in social media but I think our voice and our calls are still not heard by the government.”
“They have no moral ascendancy. It is urgent for us to call on Congress, the Senate, and Marcos Jr to act now. Let us push for the impeachment of Sara so that we would have justice. If the impeachment would not push through, this means that Marcos Jr is complacent amid the corruption in our country.”
A statesman, legislator, and defender of human rights. These encapsulate how Makabayan lawmakers remember Albay First District Rep. Edcel Lagman who passed away on January 30 due to cardiac arrest.
“Mike is a known cultural worker and labor leader who dedicated much of his life organizing workers in Baguio City and miners employed by exploitative large-scale mining corporations in the Cordillera. He has consistently advocated for workers’ rights and welfare while also bringing his advocacy from the communities to performance stages in the streets."
The CPP said Malaya was a member of the Central Committee and Political Bureau, and of the Mindanao Commission and served as secretary of the Northeast Mindanao Regional Party Committee. Ka Maria also served as spokesperson of the National Democratic Front in Northeast Mindanao.
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