Poll Fraud, the Massive and Systematic Way
Save as PDFAlexander Martin Remollino | Oct 28, 2006
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Millionaires, Allies of GMA, Lead Nominees of Dubious Party-list Groups
Millionaires, Allies of GMA, Lead Nominees of Dubious Party-list Groups
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
Making a mockery of the party-list system, which is supposed to provide space for marginalized and under-represented sectors in the formulation of laws, are party-list groups that are represented not by the marginalized but those who seek a seat in Congress to reinforce the Arroyo clique and those who are motivated by self-serving ends.
Groups Suggest Ways to Make Automated Elections Work Credibly
Groups Suggest Ways to Make Automated Elections Work Credibly
By MARYA SALAMAT
The first ever automated elections in the country is making people wary because the Comelec's preparations are perceived to be hurried, its credibility has been put into question ever since the 2004 elections, and more importantly, Pres. Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo seems to be maneuvering to keep itself in power.
Sison: ‘Villar Offers Relatively Better Program; Noynoy to Frustrate Land Reform’
Sison: ‘Villar Offers Relatively Better Program; Noynoy to Frustrate Land Reform’
By D. L. MONDELO
Will there be a failure of elections? What can the people expect after the May 2010 elections? Will a just and lasting peace be finally achieved? These are just some of the questions that Bulatlat tackled in an interview with Jose Maria Sison.
12 “People’s Criteria” to Help Filipino Voters Choose Next President
12 “People’s Criteria” to Help Filipino Voters Choose Next President
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
Pagbabago! and Ibon Foundation dare the Filipino people to be more critical in choosing their candidates. High on their "people's criteria" are concrete steps by the presidential candidate to stamp out corruption and to promote human rights and stop abuses.
Progressives on Warpath Vs Partylist Groups Allied with Arroyos
Progressives on Warpath Vs Partylist Groups Allied with Arroyos
By RONALYN OLEA and MARYA SALAMAT
It is not enough for the candidate to claim representation of the marginalized because representation is easy to claim and to feign, Satur Ocampo and Liza Maza said in the petition they filed against Mikey Arroyo's so-called partylist group. The partylist organization or party must factually and truly represent the marginalized and underrepresented constituencies mentioned in the Constitution, they said.
Benjie Oliveros | Local Polls Reflect the True State of Philippine Elections
Benjie Oliveros | Local Polls Reflect the True State of Philippine Elections
As more candidates contest local positions, the more violent local elections become. While personality politics shows the triviality of national elections, warlord politics reveals the violent character of local elections. And no amount of vague calls and covenants for peaceful and fair elections would put a stop to these.
Street Shooter: New Bridge, Old Problems
Street Shooter: New Bridge, Old Problems
New Bridge, Old Problems
Live Webcast: Kabataan Partylist’s Education Agenda
Live Webcast: Kabataan Partylist’s Education Agenda
Kabataan Rep. Mong Palatino will discuss with Bulatlat.com his party's education agenda, in a live webcast interview on March 24, Wednesday, at 2 p.m.
Military Accused of Harassing Kin of Morong 43 to Force NPA Admission
Military Accused of Harassing Kin of Morong 43 to Force NPA Admission
By RONALYN V. OLEA
Five of the Morong 43 who admitted to being rebels were tortured, their families harassed, according to relatives. The children of one of the detainees have allegedly disappeared, according to their grandmother.
New Attacks Target Bayan Muna Officials, Members
New Attacks Target Bayan Muna Officials, Members
By RONALYN OLEA
Two grenades were thrown at a house of a Bayan Muna member in Lezo, Aklan. Meanwhile, soldiers from the Philippine Army are openly campaigning against progressive party-list groups in South Cotabato.
SC Decision Allowing ‘Arroyo Court’ a Danger to the Public, Say Critics
SC Decision Allowing ‘Arroyo Court’ a Danger to the Public, Say Critics
By RONALYN V. OLEA
“In her desire to appoint a new chief justice, President Arroyo will be transgressing several laws and the Constitution and will also be breaking a long tradition already in place in our judicial system, and will also be encroaching upon the powers and the independence of the Judiciary,” the NUPL said.
Arroyo’s UMID: A National ID System in Disguise?
Arroyo’s UMID: A National ID System in Disguise?
By MARYA SALAMAT
Critics of the new ID system say "this multimillion project will be another campaign kitty for the Arroyo administration and also an avenue to skirt the unconstitutionality of the National ID System which was already rejected by the Supreme Court during the Ramos regime."
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