Senate minority urges EDSA anniversary commemoration

The Senate minority bloc emphasized the importance of commemorating the 39th anniversary of the EDSA People Power Revolution on Tuesday, highlighting both its historical significance and ongoing relevance to current issues.

Senate Minority Leader Koko Pimentel III stressed that Filipinos should be proud of what they fought for during the revolution, including democratic principles and good governance.

Deputy minority leader Sen. Risa Hontiveros, who participated in 1986 as a young adult, urged people to draw inspiration from the courage of youth activists and resist corruption and disinformation.

Hontiveros criticized Malacañang's decision not to declare a holiday for the anniversary but commended schools and youth groups for organizing commemorative activities independently.

She highlighted persistent issues like corruption, inequality, and abuse of power, urging Filipinos to continue fighting for freedom, justice, and collective progress, especially amid political conflicts between the Marcos and Duterte camps.