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Mayor Joy leads ceremonies for 39th EDSA People Power Revolution anniversary
The EDSA Shrine highlighted spiritual and faith-based aspects for the 39th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution, holding five Masses.
No rallies were held at the EDSA Shrine, shifting the focus to religious observances.
Quezon City Mayor Joy Belmonte led flag-raising and wreath-laying ceremonies at the EDSA People Power Monument, joined by martial law survivors and other officials.
The National Historical Commission of the Philippines (NHCP) chairperson and the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) chief engineer also participated in the rites.
A "Lakbay Dasal, Diwa ng EDSA" march and "Misa sa Huling Araw ng EDSA" were organized.
The Aquino Center and Museum in Tarlac City reopened to the public for the anniversary.
This year's commemoration was simpler compared to previous years, with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. not including Feb. 25 as a holiday.
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