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Gov’t Optimistic About the Talks, MILF Wary of ‘Process Roadblocks’
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
Impeachment of Ombudsman Gutierrez, A Victory for the People
Impeachment of Ombudsman Gutierrez, A Victory for the People
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
Bayan Muna Rep. Neri Colmenares said the struggle to impeach Ombudsman Merceditas Gutierrez was waged not only inside the House of Representatives but was also waged by the people outside the halls of Congress.
Postponing Elections in ARMM, A Political Payback Says Election Watchdog
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.
Scientists: Effects of Nuclear Situation in Japan Should Not Be Downplayed By Philippine Government
Scientists: Effects of Nuclear Situation in Japan Should Not Be Downplayed By Philippine Government
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
“The two stations in the Fukushima region reportedly produce the world’s largest joint amount of energy. If complete meltdown occurs in any of the Fukushima reactors, this may lead to a much worse contamination of the atmosphere than the one that was caused by the Chernobyl disaster.” – Dr. Romy Quijano, toxicologist.
Philippines Continues to Explore Nuclear Option Despite Japan Disaster, Groups Call on Gov’t to Exercise Caution
Philippines Continues to Explore Nuclear Option Despite Japan Disaster, Groups Call on Gov’t to Exercise Caution
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
Dr. Giovanni Tapang said that the nuclear plant accident in Japan should serve as an ample warning to the Philippine government against rushing headlong into the revival of the Bataan Nuclear Power Plant.
Capt. Joenel Pogoy, One of Those Who Exposed Corruption in the AFP Even Before the Garcia Probe
Capt. Joenel Pogoy, One of Those Who Exposed Corruption in the AFP Even Before the Garcia Probe
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
Air Force Captain Joenel Pogoy, 35, was preparing for his thesis for a squadron officer’s course in Mactan Air Base in Lapu Lapu, Cebu, when his video about corruption inside the Philippine Air Force (PAF) was uploaded in You Tube without his permission. This cost him his career, freedom, and almost, his life.
Philippines Urged to Protect OFWs as Protests Spread in Middle East
Philippines Urged to Protect OFWs as Protests Spread in Middle East
By JANESS ANN J. ELLAO
Migrante International said the government's "slow, dismaying and disorganized action" in repatriating overseas Filipino workers who were trapped in strife-torn Libya should not be repeated in other countries in the Middle East and North Africa, where protest actions against governments intensify. | Sidebar: OFW Recalls Danger in Libya, Denounces Neglect by Philippine Government | FULL COVERAGE: Anti-government protests in Libya and elsewhere
Satur C. Ocampo | The Moro Land Problem
Satur C. Ocampo | The Moro Land Problem
In response to the calls by the GPH and the NDFP panels for consultations with, and participation of, various sectors in the peace process, Mindanao peace advocates and people’s organizations met in mid-February in Davao City. They drew up and approved a Mindanao people’s peace agenda for submission to the two negotiating panels. The agenda was presented at the Marawi and Iligan forums. (By Satur C. Ocampo / bulatlat.com)
Kin of 5 Slain Journalists File Raps Vs. Philippine Gov’t Before UN Body
Kin of 5 Slain Journalists File Raps Vs. Philippine Gov’t Before UN Body
By RONALYN V. OLEA
The families of journalists Dennis Cuesta, Maricel Vigo, Juan Pala, Fernando Lintuan, and William Yap Yu said that the Philippine government violated the right to life of their loved ones under the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR). The Philippines is a signatory to the ICCPR. They filed the complaint on March 4.
Luis V. Teodoro | Iraq Redux
Luis V. Teodoro | Iraq Redux
The violence and brutality of Gaddafi's rule, and the absence of progress during the 41 years he’s been in power, are making the case for the rebels. His erstwhile friends in Europe would gladly turn against him -- but not before they’ve seen to it that someone pliable, and preferably less daffy, could take his place, the better to assure the West continuing access to Libyan oil. (By Luis V. Teodoro / bulatlat.com)
Farmers, Fisherfolk Push Congress to Impeach Ombudsman Over Ignored Complaints
Farmers, Fisherfolk Push Congress to Impeach Ombudsman Over Ignored Complaints
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
A certification from the Sandiganbayan anti-graft court showed that “no criminal/civil case had been filed” against former agriculture secretary Cito Lorenzo and former agriculture undersecretary Jocelyn “Jocjoc” Bolante, in connection with the P728-million fertilizer fund scam. “Clearly, Gutierrez did not lift a finger to take action against the officials tagged in the fertilizer fund scam,” Danilo Ramos of farmers’ group KMP said.
Benjie Oliveros | Heed the People’s Call for Immediate Relief
Benjie Oliveros | Heed the People’s Call for Immediate Relief
It seems that the Aquino government would rather let the Filipino people suffer than lean on oil companies to "moderate their greed." It is more scared of facing the wrath of the IMF-WB than the Filipino people. Perhaps, it is banking on its popularity and relying on its apologists-allies who are already in government but still stake their claim to being part of civil society. (By Benjie Oliveros / bulatlat.com)
A Century Later, Filipino Women Continue Struggle for Change
A Century Later, Filipino Women Continue Struggle for Change
100th International Women's Day
Manila Preschool Teachers Against Contractualization
Manila Preschool Teachers Against Contractualization
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
Manila preschool teachers are all in favor of the nationalization of the kindergarten program, but they are vehemently against the Department of education’s plans to hire new teachers on a contractual basis.
Sidebar: ‘Yes’ to Universal Kindergarten, ‘No’ to Contractualization of Kinder Teachers – ACT Teachers
Martial Law Victims Question Unclear Basis for Distribution of Marcos Compensation
Martial Law Victims Question Unclear Basis for Distribution of Marcos Compensation
By RAYMUND VILLANUEVA
“We started this as a political issue, wanting to prove that there were thousands of victims during Martial Law. Now, they are turning the compensation issue into an economic one, and the lawyers have full control.” – Judy Taguiwalo, UP professor and martial law victim.
Human Rights Issues to Hound New AFP Chief
Human Rights Issues to Hound New AFP Chief
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
The youth group Anakbayan is not holding its breath that the new administration of the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) will do wonders to the country’s human rights situation. In the meantime, the group Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan) and Karapatan want the new military leadership to deal with the extrajudicial killings of activists.
Elizabeth Principe, Upholding the People’s Interests Across the Negotiating Table
Elizabeth Principe, Upholding the People’s Interests Across the Negotiating Table
By D. L. MONDELO
For Beth, it was a long, long journey to Oslo, literally and figuratively. The road to peace, she says however, is even longer, more difficult to traverse and full of potholes.
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