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“We, journalists, will always be the favorite targets of politicians who are affected by our exposés and advocacies,” said Cagayan de Oro-based journalist Manuel Jaudian.
“When it comes to articulating the problem of the youth, no one can do it better than them. That’s why grassroots consultation and organizing are key. It’s about ensuring that all youth, across different sectors, are heard and reached,” KPL 2nd Nominee Jose Paolo Echavez said.
"We stand with Ka Mody. He is the defender of the transport sector. I am always with him. We joke with him, eat with him, and he's with us on the road."
"The administration came after us, but we weren’t scared. We didn’t back down, because we stand for the people and the nation."
"Meralco power rates have risen by a net of four pesos per kilowatt-hour since 2020, outpacing inflation, but their franchise was renewed while unjust billing issues remain unresolved."
What they stand to lose is far more than copper and gold. It is everything they call home.
“We aim for school administrations to be political—because neutrality only benefits the status quo. By welcoming these candidates into BulSU, the administration manifested support for a slate backed by political dynasties, murderers, thieves, and corrupt leaders.”
“Constructive recommendations will be the legacy of our mission, offered to the consideration of (the) people and authorities in the same spirit of cooperation and partnership with the Philippines that marks our presence in the country since our arrival."
Despite interventions by the ILO, Filipino workers still struggle to be heard, while their leaders continue to be harassed and killed.
“This is not just electoral fraud. This is political identity theft on a national scale."
A Mindanao anthropologist said that it is “ridiculous and preposterous” to say that Kamigin Indigenous People do not exist.
“The so-called ‘Strengthened Strategic Partnership’ is not about mutual security, but about tightening a US-led military net aimed at ensnaring China in an inter-imperialist conflict."
The creation of contradicting laws between institutions with overarching responsibilities and objectives shows how private interests creep in the development of public policy, effectively making its implementation so confusing that the safeguards in the law virtually become ineffective.
"We have shown that even a factory located within an enclave with a no-union, no-strike policy can still stop production and deal a blow to the giant capitalists."
“We are already feeling the effects of reclamation, such as widespread and prolonged flooding every time there's a storm, and the loss of our livelihoods."
“Magbanua’s continuing disappearance shows that state security agencies can simply ignore writs of amparo and other court decisions that favor labor rights defenders."
“This should not mean, of course, that we would be reckless or unethical.”
In his Letter of Intent to Diocese of Cagayan de Oro Bishop Felixberto Calang dated March 15, Yañez wrote that his commitment to uphold human dignity and rights, even amidst personal trials, had profoundly shaped his journey of faith and service.
“Dahil doon, ang sahod ay nakabubuhay. Dito nakamamatay."
“Government leaders must uphold respect, dignity, and equality—not propagate toxic, patriarchal views that endanger women and diminish their immeasurable contributions to society.”
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