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The National Democratic Front of the Philippines International Office said that Duterte’s crimes are beyond his so-called “war on drugs,” pointing out that his government carried out systematic killings of its peace consultants, aerial bombings of civilian communities, and the torture and execution of captured Red fighters (hors de combat). These, they added, are all in blatant disregard of the laws of war.
“There are mixed emotions among all the families of the victims. We hope that Bato and Go will be included as well. This is the day of reckoning for the powerful Duterte, who mercilessly took the lives of our loved ones."
"This systematic red-tagging campaign using government resources is not only a blatant violation of election laws but also puts the lives of our candidates and supporters in danger.”
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“This is not just about convenience for private vehicle owners. This is a direct blow to the livelihood of ordinary citizens who will suffer from rising prices of goods.”
“Given Celiz’s direct role in this practice, his continued presence in Canada contradicts Canada’s commitment to human rights and public safety."
"One of the main purposes of the impeachment proceeding is to protect the rights, protect the people… so the faster the proceedings go, the better for the people."
“Our fight does not end with EDSA. The EDSA did not start on February 22 to 25. It started even before the martial law declaration of Ferdinand Marcos Sr. We can trace the revolutionary roots of our struggle in the fight of our ancestors against the colonizers. Even now, we continue this tradition."
In a position paper submitted to Senate President Francis “Chiz” Escudero, Neri Colmenares said that the proposal for an impeachment court to convene on June 2, 2025 or in the next Congress, is without constitutional basis or legal basis.
“All senators running for re-election who refuse to stand up and hold Sara Duterte accountable should be the first ones voters must remember,” urban poor leader and Makabayan senatorial bet Mimi Doringo said.
The original intent of the party-list law is to give the marginalized and underserved sectors of society a chance to participate in the elections and lawmaking. But a recent study by election watchdog Kontra Daya flagged 55 percent of the party-list groups participating in the 2025 elections for their links to political dynasties, big businesses, police/military connection, corruption, and dubious advocacy.
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more part of our lives, a coalition of civil society groups calls for an end to tech companies’ reliance on fossil fuels to protect the planet.
“The common denominator of these candidates is their direct hand in the atrocities committed against the Filipino people. We appeal to the people not to vote for these human rights violators,” said Cristina Palabay, human rights group Karapatan’s secretary general.
An alliance of election ICT professionals and election watchdogs provides a step-by-step guide on how to report election fraud in the 2025 midterm elections.
“These red-tagging posters only prove the endless intimidation and deception of the State against organized and progressive voices.”
“If we do not act, then what will happen? We have had many dialogues and posted our calls in social media but I think our voice and our calls are still not heard by the government.”
“They have no moral ascendancy. It is urgent for us to call on Congress, the Senate, and Marcos Jr to act now. Let us push for the impeachment of Sara so that we would have justice. If the impeachment would not push through, this means that Marcos Jr is complacent amid the corruption in our country.”
A statesman, legislator, and defender of human rights. These encapsulate how Makabayan lawmakers remember Albay First District Rep. Edcel Lagman who passed away on January 30 due to cardiac arrest.
The Makabayan Coalition introduced their senatorial candidates in an assembly here in San Fernando, attended by various sectors across Central Luzon.
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