New top magistrate tagged as Duterte’s disciple
“De Castro will have to credibly address uncomplimentary views about her independence and impartiality.”
New top magistrate tagged as Duterte’s disciple
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‘Something fishy in galunggong importation’ | Fisherfolk group warns of impact of fish importation on prices, food production and security
‘Something fishy in galunggong importation’ | Fisherfolk group warns of impact of fish importation on prices, food production and security
Citing the experience with rice importation, PAMALAKAYA warns that contrary to government claims, starting fish importation would eventually increase prices of fish and would not prevent shortages.
Double murder charge against Makabayan 4 dismissed
Double murder charge against Makabayan 4 dismissed
“Facts and circumstances to prove that they are guilty of the crime have also not been met.”
Art as resistance in #UnitedPeoplesSONA
Art as resistance in #UnitedPeoplesSONA
Highlighted among visual protest arts is the steampunk-inspired effigy “DuterTRAIN: Pagsagasa sa Mamamaya” made by artist collective UGATLahi. It was referenced from the socio-economic crisis that followed the passage of the Tax Reform for Acceleration and Inclusion (TRAIN) law.
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‘Billed-billed-billed’ debt problem ahead – IBON
‘Billed-billed-billed’ debt problem ahead – IBON
The national debt is equal to 48 percent of the 6.8-percent GDP in the first quarter of this year.
United People’s SONA| One march, one program calling to end Cha-Cha, tyranny, killings
United People’s SONA| One march, one program calling to end Cha-Cha, tyranny, killings
“What we have really is a state of hunger.”
Con-Com federal charter enables ‘dictatorial’ powers – lawyers
Con-Com federal charter enables ‘dictatorial’ powers – lawyers
The Transitory Provisions state that the term of the incumbent president and vice president would end on June 30, 2022 and Duterte is not allowed to run for president in the May 2022 elections. However, he may still run as the transition president.
CPP says no to ‘pretend talks’ with LGUs
CPP says no to ‘pretend talks’ with LGUs
After local National Democratic Front formations have rejected peace negotiations with local government officials, the CPP itself strongly spurned the offer, saying President Duterte will only use these to “pretend to want peace while actually waging total war against the people.”
Yan ang Totoo | Pagpatay sa LGU officials
Yan ang Totoo | Pagpatay sa LGU officials
Paano natin titingnan ang sunos-sunod na pagpatay ng mga local government officials sa ilalim ng administrasyong Rodrigo Duterte? Narito ang pagsusuri ni Propesor Luis Teodoro.
‘Lorenzana, Año and Roque sounding death knell on talks’ —Agcaoili
‘Lorenzana, Año and Roque sounding death knell on talks’ —Agcaoili
Fidel Agcaoili said the GRP officials are falsely blaming the wrong person for the impasse, adding it is Duterte who should be blamed for the problems faced by the negotiations.
Pride in the Philippines: Slow steps toward liberation
Pride in the Philippines: Slow steps toward liberation
“We thought that the natural progression, since we all are gathered here together, is that now it’s time for action, especially our action around the LGBT to become better advocates or allies to each other."
NDFP could no longer negotiate with Duterte regime—Sison
NDFP could no longer negotiate with Duterte regime—Sison
In his strongest statement condemning Duterte’s repeated cancellation of formal talks yet, Sison said the Filipino people, especially the oppressed and exploited, cannot expect any benefit from negotiating with Duterte’s government, adding the president has broken so many promises related to the peace process.
Kin, rights groups demand release of NDFP consultant Rafael Baylosis
Kin, rights groups demand release of NDFP consultant Rafael Baylosis
“Our lawyers have provided and complied with all their supposed requirements.”
No clear plan for Boracay rehab, experts say
No clear plan for Boracay rehab, experts say
“The government must conduct a thorough assessment of the Boracay Island and identify appropriate mitigating measures to address the degrading state of the island.”
Sadaqah solidarity feast unites Moro, other faiths for Balik Marawi Now campaign
Sadaqah solidarity feast unites Moro, other faiths for Balik Marawi Now campaign
“This is an issue of the nation regardless of religion.”
Peace talks to possibly resume in September
Peace talks to possibly resume in September
The peace talks between the National Democratic Front of the Philippines (NDFP) and the Government of the Republic of the Philippines (GRP) may resume in September.
Sereno to continue fight for democracy after SC junks motion for reconsideration
Sereno to continue fight for democracy after SC junks motion for reconsideration
“Our spirits have been weakened as our own people are verbally and physically brutalized.”
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