Subject: Lessons from the Philippine Elections Date: Thu, 26 May 2022 13:00:13 +0800 From: Romeo Jara <romeo.jara@ipmsdl.org> Weeks after the May 2022 Presidential Elections in the Philippines, activists, people-led political parties, communities, and people’s organizations have gathered lessons from their victories and the battles that are yet to be won. For Indigenous Peoples (IP), in the Philippines, the… Continue reading Lessons from the Philippine Elections
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The Guardian view on the Marcos family’s return
The Guardian view on the Marcos family’s return: bad news for the Philippines Editorial The late dictator’s son didn’t have to rig the polls as his father did. But his electoral victory is still bad news for democracy Tue 17 May 2022 18.51 BST Thirty-six years after the people of the Philippines swept the Marcos… Continue reading The Guardian view on the Marcos family’s return
Reuters Analysis
Analysis: Marcos as Philippine president a boon for China, awkward for U.S. By Tom Allard Supporters of presidential candidate Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. gesture and celebrate as partial results of the 2022 national elections show him with a wide lead over rivals, outside the candidate’s headquarters in Mandaluyong City, Philippines, May 10, 2022. REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan –… Continue reading Reuters Analysis
Fall and rise: Marcos family back in power in the Philippines
By Karen Lema and Tom Allard Supporters of presidential candidate Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. gather to celebrate as partial results of the 2022 national elections show him with a wide lead over rivals, outside the candidate’s headquarters in Mandaluyong City, Philippines, May 10, 2022. REUTERS/Willy Kurniawan MANILA, May 10 (Reuters) – Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. was 28… Continue reading Fall and rise: Marcos family back in power in the Philippines
Mothers of disappeared UP students, human rights activist file complaints vs SMNI for Palparan interview
Mothers of disappeared UP students, human rights activist filecomplaints vs SMNI for Palparan interview KARAPATAN Press Release –https://groups.google.com/g/karapatan-updates/c/Ai63ELV9J1U 4 May 2022 In an administrative complaint filed today before the NationalTelecommunications Commission (NTC), Concepcion Empeño and ErlindaCadapan, the mothers of disappeared University of the Philippinesstudents Karen Empeño and Sherlyn Cadapan, together with KarapatanSecretary General Cristina Palabay… Continue reading Mothers of disappeared UP students, human rights activist file complaints vs SMNI for Palparan interview
Massacres Continue in the Philippines: The New Bataan Five
38th Peoples’ Cordillera Day Central Statement
On the occasion of the 38th Peoples’ Cordillera Day, we remain steadfast in our struggles for land and life. We stand triumphant amid all the attacks inflicted by the fascist Duterte regime upon our land, life, and honor. We stand united in our commitment to advance the peoples’ rights and welfare. In this time of… Continue reading 38th Peoples’ Cordillera Day Central Statement
Solidarity with the Cordillera Peoples!
Solidarity with the Cordillera Peoples! Struggle amid the pandemic and political repression! The International Indigenous Peoples Movement for Self-Determination and Liberation (International IPMSDL) sends our warmest greetings to the peoples of Cordillera in time for the 38th Cordillera Day. We remember the martyrdom of Macliing Dulag, beloved son of Kalinga, and other Cordillera heroes, who… Continue reading Solidarity with the Cordillera Peoples!
STATEMENT ON THE APRIL 19 PROTEST ACTION AGAINST WTE INCINERATION
STATEMENT ON THE APRIL 19 PROTEST ACTION AGAINST WTE INCINERATION Waste-to-energy incineration: a threat to the lives of Davaoeños On April 19, 2022, thirty environmental advocates conducted a peaceful protest against the proposed waste-to-energy (WTE) incinerator in Davao City. The facility poses serious threats to public health and environmental safety of residents, schoolchildren, workers, and… Continue reading STATEMENT ON THE APRIL 19 PROTEST ACTION AGAINST WTE INCINERATION
COMELEC makes way for Marcos Jr to seek election victory
Philippines’ poll body throws out last petition against Marcos By Neil Jerome Morales and Karen Lema Philippine presidential candidate Ferdinand Marcos Jr., son of late dictator Ferdinand Marcos, gestures as he speaks during a campaign rally in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines, February 14, 2022. REUTERS/Lisa Marie David/ Register now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Register… Continue reading COMELEC makes way for Marcos Jr to seek election victory