Why oppose HOR’s anti-political dynasty bill?
"Instead of finally putting teeth into the constitutional prohibition against political dynasties, this counterfeit bill does the exact opposite."
Why oppose HOR’s anti-political dynasty bill?
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Groups unite to monitor impeachment, defend constitutional accountability
Groups unite to monitor impeachment, defend constitutional accountability
For the organizers, the impeachment trial is not simply another political battle in Manila—it is a test of democratic institutions and the Filipino people's capacity to demand accountability from those in power.
Senate chaos compromises truth, accountability, justice
Senate chaos compromises truth, accountability, justice
Cayetano should be replaced to break the impasse.
Anti-corruption campaign as church’s peace work
Anti-corruption campaign as church’s peace work
“Good governance and politics of change are part of the peace talks. This should compel them to go back to the negotiating panel."
No more delays in Duterte impeachment trial, Senate told
No more delays in Duterte impeachment trial, Senate told
“The Senate should not become an institution that protects the corrupt and murderers."
Bato is a fugitive, PH is bound to implement ICC arrest warrant — OSG
Bato is a fugitive, PH is bound to implement ICC arrest warrant — OSG
“The essence of being a fugitive from justice lies in the deliberate act of placing oneself beyond the reach of law enforcement."
Senate chaos deepens over ICC standoff
Senate chaos deepens over ICC standoff
“First, they turned the Senate into a safe house for Bato, and then they conspired to allow him to escape instead of surrendering the suspect to law enforcement agencies."
UN, ASEAN and the Senate scandal
UN, ASEAN and the Senate scandal
“Even if the Philippines is no longer a state party to the ICC, the Philippine government owns the continuing obligation to cooperate in any investigation conducted by the ICC since it is the essence of Article 27 that survives even after the withdrawal."
Will the Senate impeach VP Duterte?
Will the Senate impeach VP Duterte?
The leadership change in the Senate is linked to the upcoming impeachment trial of Duterte.
Why her impeachment case matters
Why her impeachment case matters
Despite repeated communication for Duterte to directly respond to these allegations, she did not attend the hearings.
Kontra Daya files complaint vs contractors who donated to Marcos Jr, Duterte candidacy
Kontra Daya files complaint vs contractors who donated to Marcos Jr, Duterte candidacy
“It further cites that the same provision also makes it unlawful for candidates to receive contributions from such prohibited sources, naming President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte as recipients of the contributions reflected in official campaign finance disclosures."
Progressives say Zaldy Co should tell all on government corruption
Progressives say Zaldy Co should tell all on government corruption
“The pursuit of truth, accountability, and justice should not stop with Co. His co-perpetrators in Congress and Malacañang should also be investigated and prosecuted."
Cebu transport sector demands oil price rollback, junking of Oil Deregulation Law
Cebu transport sector demands oil price rollback, junking of Oil Deregulation Law
Without government intervention, public utility drivers will continue to bear the brunt of rising fuel prices as their daily earnings steadily decline.
Anti-dynasty bill passed by House panel criticized: ‘Prohibit, not regulate’
Anti-dynasty bill passed by House panel criticized: ‘Prohibit, not regulate’
“Any enabling law that falls short of outright prohibition is not reform—it is a mockery of the Constitution, and we refuse to be party to it."
No rule violated in filing impeachment raps vs Sara Duterte – Makabayan
No rule violated in filing impeachment raps vs Sara Duterte – Makabayan
“That is the effect of the constant changing of the SC's decision just to junk the impeachment.”
Basilan tragedy victims: Sack Coast Guard commander, revoke firm’s license
Basilan tragedy victims: Sack Coast Guard commander, revoke firm’s license
“Lives lost could no longer be returned, and the trauma we are suffering due to the gross and repeated negligence of Aleson will haunt us for life."
Claims of kickbacks received by former solons, a diversionary tactic – Makabayan
Claims of kickbacks received by former solons, a diversionary tactic – Makabayan
“These are fabricated charges designed to intimidate us and to undermine the people's quest for truth and accountability.”
Cebuanos push Congress to enforce decades-delayed ban on dynasties
Cebuanos push Congress to enforce decades-delayed ban on dynasties
Political dynasties in our government monopolize state power. They concentrate power and prioritize self-preservation and control, not the basic social services that students should be receiving.
Tacloban youth lambast dynasties, say Marcoses and Dutertes 2 sides of same coin
Tacloban youth lambast dynasties, say Marcoses and Dutertes 2 sides of same coin
“Here in Tacloban, the same family, Marcos Jr.’s relatives–the Romualdezes–have ruled the city for decades yet there is still no progress that can be seen.”
Makabayan bloc criticizes HOR dismissal of Marcos Jr. impeach raps
Makabayan bloc criticizes HOR dismissal of Marcos Jr. impeach raps
While the Filipinos are drowning in an economic crisis, the corrupt big fish can swim freely in the public funds.
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