“President Marcos’ move to consolidate his faction in the wake of the administration’s electoral debacle should not be used as a smokescreen to cover up bad governance and the worsening economic situation of the country. The call for resignations must not be a superficial exercise aimed at pacifying political rivals or diverting attention from the administration’s shortcomings.”
“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.”
“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.”
“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.”
“Our commitment to serve the Filipino people continues—inside or outside Congress. The struggle for land, wages, rights, and justice cannot be confined within parliamentary walls. Hindi natatapos sa halalan ang laban. Ang tunay na pagbabago ay makakamit sa pagkakaisa at kolektibong pagkilos ng mamamayan.”
We trust that he will build upon Pope Francis’ legacy of a compassionate and inclusive Church, with particular attention to the marginalized and the poor, informed by the Augustinian tradition of community, justice, and truth-seeking. Following the example of Pope Leo XIII, we also hope he will be a strong champion of the working class and a tireless advocate for social justice. May his pontificate bring a renewed commitment to the Gospel tenets of mercy, solidarity, and the dignity of all peoples.
“The Duterte legal team’s argument that the ICC lost jurisdiction after the Philippines’ withdrawal from the Rome Statute holds no water. Ang sinasabi ng Rome Statute ay may hurisdiksyon ang ICC sa mga kaso o issue na naumpisahan na bago pa man naging epektibo ang withdrawal. Hindi ito maitatanggi ng kampo ni Duterte.”
“The recent occupation of Sandy Cay by Chinese forces is a blatant act of aggression and a gross violation of international law, particularly the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS). This highly provocative action serves only to escalate tensions in the West Philippine Sea and the broader South China Sea, further destabilizing the entire region.”
“Hindi kami nagpayaman, hindi namin ginagamit ang pwesto namin para sa sariling interes. Doon makikita ng taumbayan na ang aktibista ay talagang subsob din sa pagtatrabaho. Whether kami ay nasa posisyon o wala, kami talaga yung nagki-criticize ng kamalian sa pamahalaan at nagpiprisinta ng mga alternatibo sa mamamayan.”
“The impeachment complaint, we’re very confident, is very strong. Of course, it’s not surprising for the Vice President to say na malakas din ang kaso niya. Kagaya ng amin, tingin namin napakalakas kasi betrayal of public trust ang finile ng Bayan Muna. And betrayal of public trust is simply a violation of your oath of office.”
