Renee Co’s fight for youth representation
“It’s not enough to just know. We must raise political consciousness to action.”
Renee Co’s fight for youth representation
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Gov’t workers, partylist groups criticize CSC memo for ‘violating right to free expression’
Gov’t workers, partylist groups criticize CSC memo for ‘violating right to free expression’
“It also states that workers, including those in government, have the right to participate in policy making that affects their rights."
Brownout-free polls can avert elex fraud, protect teachers, groups assert
Brownout-free polls can avert elex fraud, protect teachers, groups assert
“Brownouts and power interruptions have historically been linked to election fraud — disrupting transmission, exposing vote counts to tampering, and endangering teachers and other frontliners who guard the people’s votes.”
Bayan Muna Canada denounces red-tagging posters in Toronto
Bayan Muna Canada denounces red-tagging posters in Toronto
Bayan Muna Canada said that Filipino overseas voters are also prone to red-tagging.
Amid Duterte’s arrest, families of ‘drug war’ victims find strength and solidarity
Amid Duterte’s arrest, families of ‘drug war’ victims find strength and solidarity
Since Duterte’s arrest on March 11, families of the victims seem to have been laughing more lately–in between tears. For them, Duterte’s arrest brought mixed emotions. They are happy that he is finally arrested but also restless of the thought that he might still get out and other perpetrators are not yet held accountable.
In Bicol, sectoral leaders support Makabayan bets
In Bicol, sectoral leaders support Makabayan bets
Our fellow Bicolanos deserve genuine change in the country. Our Makabayan candidates echo their aspirations."
Ronnel Arambulo: From a shy fisherman to a Makabayan Senatorial bet
Ronnel Arambulo: From a shy fisherman to a Makabayan Senatorial bet
“We are considered the ‘poorest of the poor.’ It’s time for fisherfolk to have representation in government.”
Progressives wish for Duterte’s conviction as he turns 80
Progressives wish for Duterte’s conviction as he turns 80
"My wish is for Duterte to be convicted. I pray that God grants him long life so he can be held accountable for all the killings he ordered. This way, we can achieve justice. He can grow old in that place."
SC rules against SSS mandatory fees for OFWs but fight does not end there
SC rules against SSS mandatory fees for OFWs but fight does not end there
“We call on fellow Filipino migrant workers to continue fighting for the right to social service programs that are subsidized by the government and that genuinely benefit the public."
Youth groups bat for disqualification of Duterte Youth party-list
Youth groups bat for disqualification of Duterte Youth party-list
The grounds for Duterte Youth's cancellation as per the petition included false representations from four out of five of its nominees; support for the unlawful and violent war on drugs of former president Rodrigo Duterte; and the partylist's bogus representation of the youth sector.
Protests held abroad after Duterte’s arrest
Protests held abroad after Duterte’s arrest
“This long-awaited development marks a significant victory for the thousands of victims of Duterte’s bloody war on drugs and their families as well as the repression and brutal killings of activists and civilian communities, who have relentlessly fought for justice despite threats, intimidation, and state repression.”
Bangsamoro Organic Law: MILF questions gov’t compliance
Bangsamoro Organic Law: MILF questions gov’t compliance
“How can you lead if you don’t have supervision and control?”
5 Dodongs, Jay Kamote and Miggy Mango, more dubious names in VP Sara’s confidential funds
5 Dodongs, Jay Kamote and Miggy Mango, more dubious names in VP Sara’s confidential funds
"The deliberate listing of these fictitious names to justify half a billion pesos in confidential funds is a clear indication of corruption."
Victims’ families, counsel face online harassment following Duterte’s arrest
Victims’ families, counsel face online harassment following Duterte’s arrest
“Online bashers have clearly demonstrated the continuing threat of a Duterte ‘hate’ network to families-victims as well as to witnesses of drug war killings."
Senatorial candidates push for 2025 envi agenda
Senatorial candidates push for 2025 envi agenda
Environmental platforms are shaping up to be a litmus test for Senate contenders—who’s the greenest and who’s the dirtiest?
Palestinian refugees in the Philippines face uncertain future
Palestinian refugees in the Philippines face uncertain future
In the wake of the US elections and the outsized support of Israeli political capital by a far-right government in Washington, the Palestinians also expressed worry about their legal status in the Philippines, a close US and Israeli ally. As it stands, they do not have official asylum status, despite making pleas to government officials and the Department of Justice.
ICC rejects Medialdea’s ‘kidnapping’ claim
ICC rejects Medialdea’s ‘kidnapping’ claim
he International Criminal Court (ICC) said that Rodrigo Duterte's rights as an accused have been upheld, contrary to the claims by the former president's counsel Salvador Medialdea.
Duterte’s arrest also a test for accountability in SEA – human rights expert
Duterte’s arrest also a test for accountability in SEA – human rights expert
"The arrest is something, a message to the leaders that impunity is not forever."
International community welcomes Duterte’s arrest as he faces ICC charges for crimes against humanity
International community welcomes Duterte’s arrest as he faces ICC charges for crimes against humanity
UN Special Rapporteur Mary Lawlor and Amnesty International Secretary General Agnes Callamard have emphasized the importance of this moment for the victims of Duterte's controversial "war on drugs," calling for further accountability and legal action. As Duterte prepares for his initial hearing on March 14, the international community has urged continued efforts to address ongoing human rights violations in the Philippines.
Progressives dare Marcos Jr to address Impunity, seek accountability for Duterte’s rights violations
Progressives dare Marcos Jr to address Impunity, seek accountability for Duterte’s rights violations
“Marcos should show that this is part of an effort against impunity. So, it’s important for him to file cases, not just against Duterte, but also against others. It’s important to reverse the legacy of impunity that Duterte laid down. This way, people can say, 'It’s not just politics.' This is really about addressing the problem of impunity."
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