Civil & Political Rights Archives | Page 107 of 736

‘Bones?’ | Accused NDFP consultants question Leyte mass grave evidence

“These may be pieces of evidence, but not bone fragments.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Jun 9, 2016

Child, three others killed in run-up to elections

"The Aquino government is now drawing to a close, yet there is no let up still in the brutalities against the people and progressive members of our society."

Dee Ayroso | May 7, 2016

Duterte told: ‘Nothing justifies media killings’

Duterte’s pronouncement “not only sullies the names and memories of all 176 of our colleagues who have been murdered since 1986, he has also, in effect, declared open season to silence the media, both individual journalists and the institution, on the mere perception of corruption.”

Ronalyn V. Olea | Jun 1, 2016

Moro political detainees | ‘Innocent people continue to suffer behind bars’

“As long as the DOJ memorandum and the reward system remain, more innocent Moro men, most of whom are poor, will be arrested and paraded as terrorists.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | May 27, 2016

‘Frustrated’ torture victim asks Duterte, court to hasten trial of Palparan

“I am saddened that the arraignment did not push through. Still, I am resolved to fight until Palparan’s conviction. I hope Duterte will be true to his word – criminals must be sent to jail.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | May 31, 2016

Artists vow to continue solidarity with drought-stricken farmers

The A4K said that in the first 100 days, the next president should stop Lumad killings, bring justice to the victims of the Kidapawan carnage and provide meaningful support for farmers affected by El Nino.

Ronalyn V. Olea | May 4, 2016

Army major linked in Burgos abduction appears in court sans lawyer

Jonas’s brother Jose Luis or JL Burgos was supposed to testify in court as the fifth prosecution witness. Earlier, however, the defense objected to JL Burgos taking the witness stand.

Ronalyn V. Olea | May 31, 2016

‘Army official’s physical therapy not an alibi’ – lawyer of 2 disappeared UP studes

“Even during the time he claimed to have been going through physical therapies, he remained as the commanding officer of the 24th Infantry Battalion. The places where the two students were brought were under his jurisdiction. Anotado was in active military service and such testimony will bear no weight to the case compared to Raymond’s testimony.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Apr 30, 2016

Palparan to be arraigned for abduction, torture of farmer

“The long arm of the law, tardy as it may be, has caught up with him.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | May 4, 2016

Emil Bermas, brave fighter and loving father

“You are a hero in my heart, in your children’s hearts, and to the rest of the Filipino people."

Janess Ann J. Ellao | May 4, 2016

World Press Freedom Day | Ampatuan massacre kin to Aquino: Where is justice?

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Ronalyn V. Olea | May 3, 2016

Aparición | James Balao

It's the eighth Cordillera Day since James Balao was disappeared.

Dee Ayroso | Apr 26, 2016

Next prexy urged to address media killings, press freedom violations

Under President Benigno Aquino III's watch, 31 journalists have been murdered, bringing the total since 1986 to 171.

Ronalyn V. Olea | Apr 22, 2016

Cotabato governor must be held accountable for ordering Kidapawan dispersal, women’s group says

“It is a big insult and injustice for the starving farmers that Governor Emmylou Taliño-Mendoza remains in power.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Apr 21, 2016

‘Did they ever ask the farmers if they are going hungry?’

“This is just farmers demanding rice. What would happen if they would assert emancipation from poverty that has long beset their lives?”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Apr 21, 2016

Darwin is a farmer, not NPA, says pa

“He is from the 39th Infantry Battalion and a rebel returnee. He had received money from the government. That poses a question to his statement. It bears no weight to the case. It is a paid testimony.”

Janess Ann J. Ellao | Apr 21, 2016