Manila Bulletin
‘Amidst killings, violence reminiscent of martial law fight for truth, human rights must be strengthened’
The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) stated that the 36th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution is a vital reminder for Filipinos to uphold freedom, human rights, and democracy.
The CHR noted that the historic event demonstrated the Filipinos' courage to stand up for these values.
The commission lamented that current events, such as "killings, violence, attacks against journalists, and deficiencies in government's response to vulnerable sectors," are reminiscent of the tyranny experienced during the martial law regime.
The CHR emphasized that remembering history correctly has a significant impact on addressing present challenges and shaping the future, especially for the youth.
The EDSA People Power Revolution in 1986 was triggered by the assassination of Senator Benigno "Ninoy" S. Aquino, Jr., a prominent critic of then-President Ferdinand E. Marcos.
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