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FPRRD opposes disguised Charter change initiative
Former President Rodrigo R. Duterte has vehemently opposed the disguised People’s Initiative for Charter change, denouncing the cash-for-signature campaign as repugnant and a disgraceful act during a YouTube interview with Banateros Brothers on January 22, 2024. Duterte emphasized his disapproval of the initiative, urging for it to be halted, particularly criticizing the payment of individuals to sign the documents. He warned that such actions could lead to a new Constitution that might destroy the nation and open avenues for political abuses. Duterte stressed the importance of democracy in the Philippines, asserting that those seeking to remain in power should go through the electoral process. He highlighted that a well-performing and non-corrupt individual would retain power, while those with poor performance would be ousted through the electoral process. Expressing satisfaction with the current Constitution, Duterte argued that it has contributed to stability, reducing conflicts with groups like the New People's Army (NPA). He strongly advised against meddling with the Constitution, cautioning that it would only bring trouble to the country. Duterte pledged active opposition to the initiative, stating that he would campaign against it. Additionally, residents of Calinan District, Vice President Sara Duterte, and Representatives Isidro Ungab and Paolo Pulong Duterte have also voiced opposition to the People's Initiative for Charter Change. Margarita Atty. Migs Nograles, the representative of the Pwersa ng Bayaning Atleta (PBA) Partylist, alleged to have started the cha-cha signature campaign, has yet to issue an official statement on the matter as of the latest update. Related stories include the denouncement of alleged `vote buying’ in signing the petition for Cha-cha by Davao City lawmakers, Vice President Duterte's condemnation of the cash-for-signature drive, and a prayer rally against PI’s Cha-cha on Jan 28......»»
Rights groups urge German, Czech Republic gov’ts to raise lack of accountability, continuing killings
Human rights group Karapatan urged the governments of Germany and the Czech Republic to raise concerns on the “dire lack of accountability and the continuing killings in the Philippines” as Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is on a state visit in the said countries. The post Rights groups urge German, Czech Republic gov’ts to raise lack of accountability, continuing killings appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
Moro fronts, Malacañang strengthen peace overtures over iftar
Leaders of two Moro fronts that have separate compacts with Malacañang and representatives of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. broke bread and dined together in separate iftar banquets where they agreed to continue pushing the Mindanao peace process forward......»»
‘Number of weakened guerrilla fronts down to 11’
The decades-old communist rebellion is left with about 1,500 members and 11 “weakened” guerrilla fronts as of the end of 2023, the government’s anti-insurgency task force said......»»
A Duterte legacy: Rappler recalls killings in Davao City amid Baste s new drug war
CHEERS TO Rappler for pointing out that drug-related killings have not stopped in Davao City as the incumbent mayor issued a declaration of his war on illegal drugs. Recalling the city's history of killings, reporter Jodesz Gavilan warned.....»»
Karapatan condemns dismissal of grave threats case vs Duterte
Rights group Karapatan yesterday condemned the Quezon City prosecutor’s office’s decision to dismiss the grave threats complaint filed by ACT Teachers party-list Rep. France Castro against former president Rodrigo Duterte......»»
CHR probes kidnapping of activist’s brother
The Commission on Human Rights is investigating the alleged kidnapping of a brother of an activist and former political prisoner in Batangas last week......»»
Rights group highlights PH gov’t failure in stopping drug-related killings
Continuing killings, repression, and the prevailing impunity in the Philippines are among the key findings reported by human rights group Amnesty International (AI)-Philippines. The post Rights group highlights PH gov’t failure in stopping drug-related killings appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
All Negros NPA fronts dismantled – Army
All five guerrilla fronts of the New People’s Army on Negros Island have been declared dismantled by the Army’s 3rd Infantry Division......»»
Police: No truth to bomb threat at PI’s prayer rally
The Davao City Police Office (DCPO) has debunked a text message claiming a bomb threat at the People's Initiative (PI) “Unity for One Nation, One Prayer” rally in San Pedro Square. The message warned of possible explosions at Rizal Park, one of the rally venues. Despite the lack of credible threats, the police urged vigilance and cooperation from the public for safety. Approximately 300 police personnel were deployed to secure various rally points, with additional support from volunteers and security clusters. Task Force Davao also activated a high alert status as part of the city's security measures. Captain John Louie Dema-ala confirmed that the circulating threat was unfounded and aimed at intimidating rallyists. Despite this, nearly 17,000 Dabawenyos joined the rally to oppose the proposed Charter change (Cha-cha) movement. The police and security forces remain vigilant and are conducting ongoing investigations into the social media threat......»»
Mayor Chan promises legal assistance to swindling victims
LAPU-LAPU CITY, CEBU — The Lapu-Lapu City Government, through the City Legal Office (CLO), promised to provide legal assistance against an alleged swindler, along with her accomplice, after they repeatedly sold lots with questionable status in Barangay Canjulao. On Monday, February 19, the alleged swindler faced around 15 individuals who were her victims, with the.....»»
Drug war-related killings of children continue, refuting Marcos Jr’s claims
In the first six months of the Marcos Jr administration, the Children’s Legal Rights and Development Center documented 12 children killed. In 2023, 20 children died in Caloocan and Manila alone. The post Drug war-related killings of children continue, refuting Marcos Jr’s claims appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
House leaders question Cha-cha survey results
Two House leaders yesterday questioned the latest Pulse Asia survey results which showed that 88 percent of Filipinos are opposed to the amendment of economic provisions in the 1987 Constitution......»»
Veteran Minda labor activist’s abduction, disappearance hit
Veteran Minda labor activist’s abduction, disappearance hit.....»»
Activist Renato Constantino Jr. dies
Activist Renato Constantino Jr., known to his family and friends as RC, passed away on Thursday. He was 79......»»
Int’l rights groups condemn detention, deportation of Dutch-Filipino activist
According to Migrante-Netherlands, Marikit Saturay was not allowed to talk to her lawyers and her relatives. A uniformed agent was also assigned to guard her during the entire detention period. The post Int’l rights groups condemn detention, deportation of Dutch-Filipino activist appeared first on Bulatlat......»»
EU, Denmark Failing Imprisoned Danish-Bahraini Activist and His Daughter
EU, Denmark Failing Imprisoned Danish-Bahraini Activist and His Daughter.....»»
Binoldyak ng 2 ex-SC justice: Duterte sumuko sa China
Ayon kay dating Associate Justice Antonio Carpio, isinuko ni Duterte ang mga karapatan ng bansa sa Ayungin Shoal dahil sa kasunduan nito sa China. The post Binoldyak ng 2 ex-SC justice: Duterte sumuko sa China first appeared on Abante......»»
A Duterte legacy: Rappler recalls killings in Davao City amid Baste s new drug war
By: CMFR StaffPosted on: April 2, 2024, 1:59 pm CHEERS TO Rappler for pointing out that drug-related killings have not stopped in Davao City as the incumbent mayor issued a declaration of his war on illegal drugs. Recalling.....»»
2 Pangasinan-based environmental defenders abducted
by DOMINIC GUTOMAN Bulatlat.com MANILA – Two Pangasinan-based environmental defenders and organizers were violently mauled and dragged into an SUV at about 8 p.m. on March 24 in Barangay Polo, San Carlos, Pangasinan, according to human rights group Karapatan-Central Luzon Karapatan – Central Luzon said the abduction of Francisco “Eco” Dangla III and Axielle “Jak”… The post 2 Pangasinan-based environmental defenders abducted appeared first on Bulatlat......»»