Above the law
In the latest development of the “VIP vaccinations” controversy, President Rodrigo Duterte has effectively told the nation that he and his soldiers are above the law. Last month, it was… Continue reading "Above the law"
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The “VIP vaccinations” scandal prove there is one rule for the ruling class, another for everyone else
In its campaign against COVID-19, the Duterte administration adopted the slogan, “We Heal as One”, emphasizing the need for national unity amidst the global pandemic. The government reiterated that all… Continue reading "The “VIP vaccinations” scandal prove there is one rule for the ruling class, another for everyone else"
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A reminder that CPP membership isn’t illegal anymore
December 26 marks the founding anniversary of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP), an underground revolutionary organisation that has now existed for 52 years. Together with its armed wing,… Continue reading "A reminder that CPP membership isn’t illegal anymore"
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Crime in the PNP: A systemic problem, not a series of isolated incidents
Amidst the public uproar over the cold-blooded killing of a 52-year old woman and her son by an off-duty police officer, Philippine National Police chief Debold Sinas denied the incident… Continue reading "Crime in the PNP: A systemic problem, not a series of isolated incidents"
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How President Duterte encouraged a culture of impunity within the Philippine National Police
The Philippine National Police (PNP) have – at times – acted as the judge, jury, and executioner in President Rodrigo Duterte’s campaign against criminality. But when members of the Force… Continue reading "How President Duterte encouraged a culture of impunity within the Philippine National Police"
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Gross negligence or a geopolitical machination?
As pharmaceutical companies inch closer to developing a COVID-19 vaccine, countries race to secure doses to immunise their respective populations. Governments rush to negotiate procurement deals with Pfizer and BioNTech,… Continue reading "Gross negligence or a geopolitical machination?"
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On International Human Rights Day, the Duterte regime cracks down on trade unions and the media
Every 10 December the world commemorates Human Rights Day, a day celebrating the proclamation of Universal Declaration of Human Rights. In that same vein, the global community also raises awareness… Continue reading "On International Human Rights Day, the Duterte regime cracks down on trade unions and the media"
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Are the Makabayan Bloc power-hungry? Their track record proves otherwise
In another episode of his late-night press conferences, President Rodrigo Duterte took aim at the Makabayan Bloc – a progressive faction within the House of Representatives. Carrying on from his… Continue reading "Are the Makabayan Bloc power-hungry? Their track record proves otherwise"
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If Andres Bonifacio was alive today, the Duterte regime would red-tag him
On the 30th of November, we celebrate the life and legacy of the Filipino revolutionary hero, Andres Bonifacio. A founding member of the Philippine revolution, Bonifacio was instrumental in the… Continue reading "If Andres Bonifacio was alive today, the Duterte regime would red-tag him"
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Red-tagging is the Duterte regime’s way of suppressing dissent
Red-tagging has been a constant feature of the Duterte administration. Student activists, environmentalists, lawyers, trade unionists, and even elected members of Congress have been subjected to this practice. The Supreme… Continue reading "Red-tagging is the Duterte regime’s way of suppressing dissent"
