Rights lawyers join calls for de Lima’s release
“These validate what we knew all along. That the legal and judicial process is being deliberately weaponized by the State and its agents for nefarious political reasons by unscrupulously constructing false narratives and peddling manufactured evidence,” the NUPL said in a statement today.
OFWs oppose new order on mandatory Pag-IBIG membership
“Our own government controls our movement. Now, the government is using the OEC to extract money from our hard-working OFWs. Is this the kind of treatment our OFWs deserved?” Migrante International asked.
150 farmer organizations announce support to Leni-Kiko
“We can see their clear plan and platforms for boosting agricultural production in the country along with recognizing the important role of farmers in society,” part of their statement reads.
NUJP, PTFOMS back OSG to have ex-Palawan governor rearrested
“We welcome moves by the Office of the Solicitor General and the Presidential Task Force on Media Security (PTFOMS) to have him (Reyes) rearrested,” the NUJP said.
Community pantry founder calls for Neri’s inclusion in Team Leni-Kiko
“Colmenares had always been with us, often leading campaigns on issues about the youth, workers, farmers and human rights,” Non wrote.
Edith Burgos asks Robredo to include disappeared in electoral agenda
“[A]nd most of all knowing that above all you are a caring and loving mother to your
children, I take courage in asking you to please be the voice of the voiceless. The victims of
enforced disappearance were taken away from the protection of the law, their whereabouts are kept unknown to their families,” Mrs. Burgos wrote.
Legarda calls for the resumption of GRP-NDFP talks
Legarda said that ending poverty and pursuing socio-economic programs will benefit Filipinos and help the Philippines realize national recovery and development.
Kin and friends demand dropping of ‘preposterous’ charges against NDFP consultant
The Free Rey Casambre Campaign said it demands that the Rodrigo Duterte government withdraw the “fabricated and ridiculous charges” of illegal possession of firearms and explosives against the peace advocate.
Sa tuwing may pumapanaw na bayani
“Bawat butil ng luha sa pisngi, (Every tear on the cheek) / Ay patak ng damdaming, (Is a drop of emotions) / Magkabilaan. (Going both ways) / Dalisay at wagas. (Pure and untainted) / Sa buhay na nagwawakas. (For the life that is ending.)”
Human rights stalwart Marie Hilao-Enriquez passes away
“My mother, Amaryllis Hilao-Enriquez, passed away at 12 noon today. She is reunited with her sister, Liliosa, who died under martial law in the Philippines,” Andrea wrote on Facebook.