The disappeared NDFP consultants
With the new administration, Aya is hoping she and other relatives of the disappeared would get a chance to know the truth.
The disappeared NDFP consultants
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Rights groups on Duterte’s war on drugs: Stop the killings
Rights groups on Duterte’s war on drugs: Stop the killings
“It is through upholding the rights of the people, especially social and economic rights, that the people can repudiate the use and trade of illegal drugs.”
As formal talks begin, over 500 political prisoners still detained
As formal talks begin, over 500 political prisoners still detained
“This policy and practice of filing trumped-up criminal charges against social workers, religious, human rights advocates, leaders of people's organizations and consultants to the peace process have to stop.”
GRP bats for temporary freedom of NDFP consultants
GRP bats for temporary freedom of NDFP consultants
“Their memory, knowledge and influence is valuable.”
Leyte mass grave case | SOCO team leader admits ‘lapses’ in probe
Leyte mass grave case | SOCO team leader admits ‘lapses’ in probe
Police Superintendent Herardo Hermosilla, head of the SOCO team, admitted before the court that his team did not do the digging of the alleged skeletal remains and that he does not know who did it.
Aguirre dared to show evidence of media’s link to drug lords
Aguirre dared to show evidence of media’s link to drug lords
"No, we are not saying he is lying. We are saying that, by casting such a broad assertion against media without presenting any proof, Mr. Aguirre is not only committing a serious injustice, he is endangering all journalists."
Over 300 NGOs call for ‘human-rights based approach to drug control’
Over 300 NGOs call for ‘human-rights based approach to drug control’
“Instead of ensuring the protection and rights of people who use drugs, including the right to health and provision of voluntary, evidence-based drug treatment and harm reduction services, President Duterte has called for them to be killed.”
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Palparan trial postponed anew as defense lawyers a no-show again
Palparan trial postponed anew as defense lawyers a no-show again
“They are using public funds to finance the phalanx of soldiers and police to provide security detail to Maj. Gen. Jovito Palparan. That money should have been spent somewhere else.”
Fight for justice ‘clearer’ with surrender of Cafgu men involved in Manalo brothers kidnapping
Fight for justice ‘clearer’ with surrender of Cafgu men involved in Manalo brothers kidnapping
“In fact, these people continue to harass my family. They keep on telling my sibling that I would no longer be able to set foot in their community ever again.”
Political prisoner released ‘provisionally’ after 5 years
Political prisoner released ‘provisionally’ after 5 years
She could not accept that she was jailed for five years for a crime she did not commit.
‘Release of political prisoners to show Duterte’s commitment to peace talks’ – Tiamzons
‘Release of political prisoners to show Duterte’s commitment to peace talks’ – Tiamzons
Duterte’s recognition and respect for these previously-signed agreements has opened doors for both the resumption of peace talks and the release of political prisoners through peace talks.”
Dev’t workers vow to continue serving communities under new gov’t
Dev’t workers vow to continue serving communities under new gov’t
“We are rendering services to the people in areas that have been practically neglected by government. Why are they [the government and the military] targeting us?”
Palparan enters no plea in Manalo brothers kidnapping
Palparan enters no plea in Manalo brothers kidnapping
“This case was filed in 2008 and it is only now that it is progressing. But I am not completely happy, with the absence of all accused Cafgu members, and the fact that Palparan is not yet back at the Bulacan provincial jail.” -- -- torture victim Raymond Manalo
10 years of searching for their loved ones
10 years of searching for their loved ones
“What has happened to our loved ones? Are they being treated well? Are they being fed? Are they still alive? Have they been killed?”
Freed political detainee bares grim jail conditions
Freed political detainee bares grim jail conditions
“There is budget for food, but other operating expenses are also taken from it.”
Groups, kin call on incoming Duterte gov’t: ‘Free all political prisoners’
Groups, kin call on incoming Duterte gov’t: ‘Free all political prisoners’
“They are common people like us, but are organizing others.”
Peace talks opened ‘door of hope’ for pa of young political detainee
Peace talks opened ‘door of hope’ for pa of young political detainee
“They should have never been jailed in the first place. If there is anyone who needs to be jailed, these are the corrupt officials who can get away with their crimes with a grin in their faces. My son and others must be freed.”
Attend Palparan’s trial, mothers of missing UP students ask Duterte
Attend Palparan’s trial, mothers of missing UP students ask Duterte
“Duterte should see for himself how much the government is spending for these criminals.”
Aquino’s legacy | Media killings unabated, press freedom under siege
Aquino’s legacy | Media killings unabated, press freedom under siege
Under Aquino, 39 journalists have been gunned down.
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