AI, impunity, ‘authoritarian media control’ in Southeast Asia
Media groups and human rights advocates across Southeast Asia marked World Press Freedom Day (WPFD) by highlighting the threats to free speech in their respective countries.
Duterte Youth destroyed its own case
First, Cardema lied about his age. Second, another nominee lied about her surname. Fraud is fraud and a lie is a lie.
Bloodbath looms in 2028 between the Marcoses, Dutertes
“If Marcos Jr. continues to turn a blind eye to the need for accountability, he risks emboldening the Dutertes further. This could very well be the signal they are waiting for to consolidate power and politically eliminate the Marcoses come 2028. That would not just be a political contest—it could turn into a bloodbath.”
CHR calls on Comelec to investigate poll threats vs media workers
The national human rights institution said it is gravely concerned over multiple reports received of members of the media being denied entry to polling precincts, despite possessing accredited IDs from the Commission on Elections (COMELEC).
Duterte Youth is bogus partylist
By allowing the Cardema clique to have its own partylist, then it follows that Arroyo Youth, Roxas Youth, Aquino Youth, Bong Go Youth, Sara Duterte Youth and Marcos Youth must all be authorized to participate.
Makabayan vows to continue the fight
“Despite the tremendous obstacles, we were able to campaign for the senate race even without significant resources and media machinery. We were able to prove that even in a contest dominated by political dynasties, progressive voices can hold their own and gain support of millions. We continue to plant the seeds of nationalist and democratic politics, and of a genuine people’s opposition. The effects will be felt in the years to come. We are ever hopeful that the mass movement will continue to move forward even after the elections.”
Rotten polls no measure of people’s trust – CPP
CPP chief information officer Marco Valbuena said last Monday’s elections were so full of anomalies, fraud and violence it is foolish to use it as gauge of the people’s sentiments against progressive candidates and parties.
Desperado ang kampong Duterte
“Paulit-ulit lang ang argumento ng kampo ni Duterte. Noong hindi pumayag ang mga hukom na kusang mag-inhibit, ngayon gusto naman nilang i-disqualify ang mga ito. Malinaw na wala na silang maisip na paraan para ipagtanggol si Duterte kaya ang mga hukom na ang inaatake nila. Ang katotohanan, natatakot sila na maharap sa hustisya si Duterte. Itong panibagong taktika ay pagpapatunay lamang na wala silang matibay na depensa sa mga akusasyon ng pagpatay at krimen laban sa sangkatauhan.”
Hong Kong OFWs support Arnell Ignacio’s dismissal
“The OWWA should conduct a full audit to show where those funds went. All those involved must be made accountable and sent to jail,” Unifil-Migrante HK said.
‘Historic win’: Political detainee tops UP election for student councilors
“This extraordinary milestone, achieved from behind bars, reflects the collective will of the UP student body and affirms the right to political participation even under the most difficult of circumstances,” Kapatid said in a statement.