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AboutPhilippines says: Pros and cons of federalism (Archive)
So MUCH are going on in this "horrifying
deadly soap opera - with
Nepotism - without
Human Rights" -
changing politics - authorities of - on.... where the
'Paranoid' President Duterte hit for eyeing revolutionary gov't and tells and next a spokesman tells are wrong -
misunderstood etc. and fight between the president, members of the government, senate, congress,
witnesses and convicts in e.g. hearings etc. .... and
FAKE
NEWS etc. for supporting the Duterte government.
There are so much going on, so we can't no longer be updated of these "fights" - "changings"
and about a
"No
statesman" ("The NEW Hitler"?) -
supported of the
Marcoses, and
where even his family is implicated in serious cases about smuggling shabu.
Now this wonderfull country is 'breeding
ground for terrorists'
AboutPhilippines
fears that the "No statesman" will
give away our wonderfull country and forget all the countries, who always have supported our country!
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Under Duterte’s leadership, there is clearly no revolution. It’s actually more
of the same, only worse. What Duterte ushered in was a rightist
counter-revolution.
The 17th Congress, when viewed in tandem with the Duterte presidency, reveals
the phenomenon of perverted pluralism (elitism) combining with perverted
populism (one-man rule). Indeed, this signals 'change,' albeit from bad to
worse. Look also
Conclusion Both
by Carmel V. Abao September 17-18, 2017
'Is the death of a seventeen-year old boy a product of the limits of our
institutions? Or must we necessarily expand our understanding of how power works
in Philippine society?
When 'secular state' becomes the reason that religion can no longer publicly
manifest itself, that is most assuredly a threat to liberty
The former Senate president shares his thoughts
Can you tell the difference between liberalism, the Liberal Party, and the
Yellow Movement?
Senate Minority Leader Franklin Drilon talks about the rule of law, the future
of the political opposition under the Duterte administration, and the
drug-related killings.
Malacañang has yet to come out with a statement regarding the pardoning of the
10 political prisoners
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Duterte to release around 20 political prisoners by Dec 25
PH starts process of freeing 434 'political prisoners'
UPDATED From the Cabinet to the courts, many of the President's schoolmates
and classmates have been appointed to key government positions.
About 200 people from various sectors gather for a summit called Defend
Democracy Summit: "Pagtitipon at Paninindigan para sa Demokrasya at Kalayaan" on
Monday, June 12. The event takes place on Araw ng Kalayaan at the UP Diliman
School of Economics Auditorium.
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A pathological democracy
Deviancy in fact characterizes the policies and workings of the Duterte
government.
Ever wondered why politics in the Philippines is so melodramatic? Or how any
Filipino who gets even remotely famous ends up in public office? Here Anna
Cristina Pertierra of Western Sydney University discusses how the country proves
the old adage that “politics is show business for ugly people”....
This Act shall be known as the "Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public
Officials and Employees."
By naming soldiers to civilian posts, Philippine presidents think they are able
to tame and temper a politicized military. The
House leadership disregarded rules and procedures to approve the death penalty
bill. With the bill on criminal responsibility on the next agenda, an uprising
is inevitable. Look also
House names new committee chairs after death penalty vote
When politics and principles clash on the death penalty
Leaders in two Southeast Asian countries, the Philippines and Cambodia,
have used a startlingly similar playbook to undermine the opposition and subvert
democracy.
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For our sake, we better understand what is happening and act collectively to
avert the worst outcome Philippine
society has slid back a couple of millennia to ancient Rome's standards by which
justice was dispensed according to the crowd's level of lust for blood. Perhaps it’s
best to remember EDSA 1 not as one great wholesale victory for democracy, but
rather as a testament to the fragile nature of democracy. Look also
EDSA
Revolution the official journal of the Republic of the Philippines.
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Presidential Communications Group or simply the Communications Group
The Presidential Communications Operations Office
- PCOO with:
Communications
Secretary Martin Andanar
The seeming lack of commitment of the State to play by the rules,
and the absence of oversight functions to temper these transgressions resurrect
the dormant fear of many Filipinos of the horrors of an authoritarian regime.
How can democracy
thrive in the era of post-truth? Geopolitical analyst and author Parag Khanna
explains. Look also
Save democracy, save ourselves
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Liberal Party senators see Palace hand in ouster
15 senators planned LP ouster in Pacquiao's house
After LP ouster, Drilon is new Senate minority leader
All above by Camille Elemia February 27 - 28, 2017
Palace denies hand in ouster of LP senators
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Evolution of the Philippine Constitution
Saligang
Batas ng Pilipinas 1987
the history of the constitution og the Republic
of the Philippines
FAST FACTS: 1987 Philippine Constitution
Con-Com EO for federalism being drafted – Alvarez
The problem with Con-Ass? Distrust of Congress Here
AboutPhilippines recommend to look after wanted laws UPDATED The
House constitutional amendments will create a report on the resolution to have
it approved at the plenary Look also
Duterte forms consultative body on constitutional amendments
Under Executive Order 10, the 25-member committee will have 6 months to submit
recommendations on amendments to the 1987 Constitution
Are we content with the modes provided for rewriting the Constitution?
I read draft proposals on rewritten provisions of the Constitution, including a
rewritten preamble that refers to the oddity of "a more perfect" society, in
place of the quite sensible "just and humane society."
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Duterte: Martial law futile, will 'burden' the innocent
Threat of martial law 'worst Christmas gift'
popularly
known as the 1987 Constitution, is the constitution or the supreme law
of the Republic of the Philippines. It was enacted in 1987, during the
administration of President Corazon C. Aquino The
Presidential Electoral Tribunal (PET)
is an electoral tribunal that decides election protests
involving the election of the President of the Philippines and Vice President of
the Philippines. It is composed of justices of the Supreme Court of the
Philippines. The equivalent tribunals for the Congress of the Philippines are
House of Representatives Electoral Tribunal
and the Senate Electoral Tribunal.
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democratic agenda has to be put in place to prevent the return of
authoritarianism. This agenda will define the moves to enable the pro-democracy
forces to defeat authoritarianism. Look also
Conclusion: Time for pro-democracy forces' agenda (part 2)
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Duterte declares state of lawlessness - Ambush Interview - Davao City 9-3-2016 Look also
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Videos in the album "‘State of lawlessness’ - 'State of national
emergency', Section 18, Article VII of the Constitution" What’s a ‘state of lawlessness’, Section 18, Article VII of the
Constitution State of lawlessness meant to keep things
'under control' Mga limitasyon ng 'state of lawlessness' 'State of national emergency', nilagdaan ni Duterte Dokumento sa deklarasyon ng State of National Emergency, inilabas ng
Malacañang Palace directives on 'State of national emergency' and the articles:
De Lima: Palace guidelines on state of nat'l emergency 'prone to abuse'
State of lawlessness: Prelude to Martial Law?
Diokno to Duterte: Why the continued state of nat'l emergency?
Congressmen justify drug war extension
Duterte seeks 6-month extension on drug war deadline
Dela
Rosa thankful for 'war on drugs' extension
Duterte signs state of nat'l emergency proclamation
How 'state of lawlessness' was miscommunicated
State of lawlessness meant to keep things 'under control'
Duterte declares state of lawlessness
'NOT MARTIAL LAW'
Making sense of Duterte's declaration of state of lawlessness
and look MUCH more HERE DECLARING A STATE OF
NATIONAL EMERGENCY Look also
Memorandum
Order No. 3, s. 2016
Memorandum
Order No. 4, s. 2016
State of nat'l emergency: More police, military in malls, train stations By: Cherry Apple M.
Delaminez
are cases decided by the Supreme Court of the Philippines, concerning the writ
of habeas corpus.
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De Lima vs suspension of habeas corpus:
We already have 'creeping martial law, authoritarianism' Gordon wants Duterte
to suspend writ of habeas corpus Suspensyon ng habeas corpus, iminungkahi ni
Gordon Look also
Duterte to Congress: Suspending habeas corpus a ‘passing thought’
Duterte: Leaders need to do 'wrong' to protect people
Dela Rosa: Suspending habeas corpus makes job 'easier'
LP senators: 'No basis' to suspend writ of habeas corpus
Suspending habeas corpus to harm PNP, drug war - Lacson
Duterte to suspend writ of habeas corpus if 'forced' and
HERE
President Rodrigo Duterte's threat to suspend the privilege of
the writ of habeas corpus has caused concern among ordinary citizens and public
officials alike. Palace officials have quickly defended the president on his
latest remarks, saying the possible suspension is an option accorded by law when
conditions call for it. – ANC, The World Tonight, November 14, 2016
Lawmakers hit Duterte's 'twisted, Marcosian' logic
UPDATED The idea does not sit well with senators Franklin
Drilon and Leila De Lima, with De Lima saying it would be similar to 'creeping
martial law, authoritarianism' On March 2, 1986,
addressing the large crowd that had gathered in Rizal Park, President Corazon C.
Aquino announced the restoration of the writ of habeas corpus. the National
Service Training Program (NSTP) Act of 2001
AN ACT ESTABLISHING THE
NATIONAL SERVICE TRAINING PROGRAM (NSTP) FOR TERTIARY LEVEL
STUDENTS, AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 7077 AND
PRESIDENTIAL DECREE NO. 1706, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
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RA 9163 IRR, NSTP-ROT Component
Important look also above link about
RA 7077 and
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Managing Risk Using the Philippine’s National Service
Training Program (NSTP) at the Community Level
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Mandatory ROTC? How about no?
CHED: More info needed on reviving mandatory ROTC
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How does impeachment work in the Philippines?
Gary Alejano's impeachment complaint vs Duterte
and the articles:
Are there grounds for a president's resignation under the Constitution?
House panel wants impeachment complaints lacking in form immediately junked
Robredo behind Duterte impeach move – Alvarez
Part 1:
Impeachment cannot be used as a tool to persecute or silence perceived political
opponents or critics or to subject presidents or other officials to harassment
for performing their duties.
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Part 2:
Conclusion: The misuse of impeachment
We have opened the Pandora’s box. One can only hope that we will be also to
correct ourselves and restore impeachment to its rightful use as a means of
accountability and not a political weapon that will only destroy this country.
Both by Tony La Viña September 05 -06, 2017
commonly known as SALN is an annual document that all government workers in the
Philippines, whether regular or temporary, must complete and submit attesting
under oath to their total assets and liabilities, including businesses and
financial interests, that make up their net worth. IMPORTANT look
Trillanes
on Duterte bank accounts: 'Prove me wrong'
Duterte donor Imee
Marcos not in his SOCE Look also
Duterte 'jokes' about mystery woman 'Vanessa' Look also
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"Freedom of Information - FOI" Look also
Gov't agencies told: Upload FOI manuals by October 1 and the
Video: Malacañang launches E-FOI portal
Private media not allowed at FOI portal, manual launch
The public can now have
better access to information from agencies under the executive branch after the
electronic site for Freedom on Information (FOI) has been launched late last
month.
Executive order sa FOI, pirmado na ni Pangulong Duterte Look also the articles:
House panel approves FOI bill with 8 exceptions
FOI to take effect on Nov 25: What you need to know
Freedom of Information (FOI) Manual
Why the Philippines needs a freedom of information law
How access to information laws can help you
No right of reply in consolidated FOI bill Most politicians who push for the right of reply are afraid that
the proposed bill will be used against them by the media.
Less Filipinos think they can speak freely
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Executive Order No. 02, s. 2016
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Among the agencies participating in the eFOI program, one agency stands out for
being unresponsive to data requests – the Philippine National Police.
Political system, etc.
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an advisory body first established during the American Colonial Period by the
Governor-General of the Philippines Francis Burton Harrison upon the
recommendation of Philippine politicians and future Presidents of the
Philippines Manuel L. Quezon and Sergio Osmeña. Governor-General Harrison issued
an executive order on 16 October 1918, creating the first Council of State in
the Philippines "to harmonise the executive and legislative departments"
It was revived by President Corazon Aquino, but the Council
lapsed into disuse but was never being formally abolished. President Gloria
Macapagal-Arroyo reconvened it in 2005.
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the President's principal forum for considering
national security and foreign policy matters with his senior national security
advisors and cabinet officials.
The PhilGEPS is government's leading tool in procurement management and its
prime mover in promoting transparency and efficiency in public procurement. It
is government's central portal for registration of suppliers and
advertisement of bid opportunities.
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Autonomous regions Provinces and cities independent from a province Component cities and municipalities Barangays All divisions are called "local government units (LGUs)."
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Duterte postpones barangay, SK polls to May 2018 is a
council for youth in each barangay
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LIST: Schedule of satellite Metro voters' registration
What’s in the new Sangguniang Kabataan?
Republic Act No.
10742
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Are we postponing barangay and SK elections or not? P500M is at stake
Republic
Act No. 10923
Why Duterte's plan to appoint barangay officials violates the Constitution
Robredo opposes appointment of barangay OICs
Duterte: Church, sectors can nominate barangay OICs
Duterte wants to appoint barangay officers-in-charge (OICs) if polls reset Look also the
Videos Sangguniang Kabataan - SK, "youth council" - Abolition of the Sangguniang Kabataan
Printing of ballots for barangay, SK polls stopped
The lawmaker says appointing 300,000 barangay officials is nothing compared to
the number of drug suspects and crimes that 'would rise' if narco-politicians
remain in power.
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Barbers files bill postponing barangay elections for 3 years
We cite examples that represent a small
portion of the many successful Philippine criminal politicians who began or
furthered their political careers by capitalizing on their own crimes. When the winning presidential
candidate comes from one party and the winning vice presidential candidate comes
from another party, the best that can be hoped for is a 'coalition of
convenience'
Cebu: Pinakamaraming rehistradong botante
sa Pilipinas Both Feb 4, 2016 Look also
Biggest Provinces in The Philippines in Terms of Votes
10 vote-rich provinces have one-third of country's voters
Fast Facts: Cebu and elections
Originally suggested by Aristotle in his treatise on Politics,
and later on recognized by Marsiglio of Padua, Cromwell, Locke and Montesquieu,
the doctrine of separation enunciates the idea of grouping the powers of
government into three classes and of their apportionment among three coordinate
departments, separate from and independent of each other. Look it as pdf
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"Legislative department" Look it as pdf
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Court system the
national legislature of the Philippines. It is a bicameral body consisting of
the Senate (upper chamber), and the House of Representatives (lower chamber)
although commonly in the Philippines the term congress refers to the latter
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President of the Senate of the Philippines or more popularly known as the
Senate President, is the presiding officer and the highest ranking-official of
the Senate of the Philippines.
President Pro-Tempore of the Senate of the Philippines is the second
highest-ranking official of the Senate of the Philippines. During the absence of
the Senate President, the Senate President pro tempore presides over the Senate.
2016
election of members to the Senate of the Philippines was the 32nd election
of members to the Senate of the Philippines.
The Philippine Postal Corporation launches February 4, 2016
the
Senate Centennial Commemorative Stamp to mark the 100 years 1916-2016 of the
establishment of the Philippine Senate
IN PHOTOS: Philippine Senate turns 100
FAST FACTS: Trivia on the Philippine Senate
and videos from the Senate
HERE Look also all by Camille Elemia September 10, 11 and 13 2016
Senate ethics body torn on how to handle complaint vs De Lima
Ethics complaint vs De Lima? Issues of the ethics committee
Only 2 senators reprimanded by Senate in 30 years
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and videos from the House
HERE the
headquarters of the House of Representatives of the Philippines. It is located
at Batasan Road, Batasan Hills, Quezon City.
Presidential Legislative Liaison Office - PLLO, Mandate:
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Alvarez wants to scrap Congressional Spouses Foundation Look also below
Under decentralization
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album "Pros and cons of federalism"
Several videos with different "Pros and
cons" - Etc.
about the agenda "Federalism in the
Philippines"
The logic of the PDP proposal seems to suggest an 'intended consequence'
a
political system which will be easier for the Duterte regime to control
UP College of Fine Arts professor Neil Doloricon asks his editorial design
students to create posters that depict either the benefits or the pitfalls of
shifting to federalism
Presentation on regional powers and fiscal sharing under
federalism
The House committee on constitutional amendments hear the presentation of
the technical working group on the shift to federalism
The House committee on constitutional amendments heard the presentation of the
technical working group on the shift to federalism on Wednesday, September 27.
Look also
Federalism raises 'more questions than answers'
Both by Patty Pasion February 21, 24, 2017
If federalism is to bring fundamental
change, then the dynasties and the oligarchs should face greater competition.
The proposal to change the Philippines'
system of government – a cornerstone of President Duterte's campaign – may have
widespread support in the House of Representatives, but may face challenges in
the Senate.
'Basta ako sana mismo ang magsabi, alis na
ako. Hindi ako maghintay ng 6 years,' President Rodrigo Duterte says as he
pushes for federalism.
Constitutionalist Christian Monsod says
President Rodrigo Duterte's rush to amend the Constitution 'is dangerous
demagoguery'
The House leadership appoints 7 more
deputy speakers as the 17th Congress prepares for a shift to federalism.
The emergence of separate and distinct
legal and judicial systems within the country need not necessarily divide
Filipinos, but it bears to recognize that such a threat does exist, and it
should at least cause one to think though the consequences of shifting to a
federalist system.
Writes a retired Supreme Court justice:
'We don’t need to change to a federal system but only push hard for
decentralization to break up the concentration of power in the central
government'
If Congress is able to complete the
process toward federalism in 2 to 4 years, Rodrigo Duterte will offer to resign
to make way for the election of new leaders.
Ex-Chief Justice Davide against amending Constitution
Brillantes: Federalism 'next logical step' in empowering local gov'ts
Fariñas: Suspension of lawmaking for Con-Ass 'not fatal'
Duterte: I'll close Congress if Con-Ass ruins Charter
Con or Ass: We can misbehave!
Con-Com EO for federalism At least 3 presidential and vice
presidential candidates in 2016 are pushing for a change in the Philippine
system of government Look also
Alvarez files con-con bill for federalism Davao del Norte First District
Representative Bebot Alvarez, who is expected to be the House Speaker, is eyeing
to set up a federalist form of government within President Rodrigo Duterte's
term
How many states should PH have under federalism? Advocates of federalism want to divide
the country into 11 autonomous states
Davao del Norte's Pantaleon Alvarez, the
preferred House Speaker of the President-elect, is asked if the Duterte
administration is moving to abolish the VP post
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Federalism will work in the Philippines' in the above album
and the articles
Federalism can't cut short VP Robredo term – experts
FAST FACTS: The vice president in a federal parliamentary gov't
Former Senate president Aqulino Pimentel Jr suggests increasing the number of
senators for a proposed federal Philippine government, and adding disputed areas
to the country's territory
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Federalism proposal: Disperse seats of power throughout PH
Robredo: Federalism a good idea, but are we ready? Elections, general - Electoral violence - Democracy - etc. Look also
Human Rights - etc.
Know what the requirements for campaign paraphernalia are, and
report election campaign offenses.
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Video
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about Statement of Contribution and Expenditure (SOCE)
An investigative media
report has raised questions over how candidates should identify the sources of
their campaign funding.
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Video and the articles:
Can candidates spend like crazy on campaigns?
Updated March 28, 2016 Second hacking: A group calling itself LulzSec
Pilipinas posts the Commission on Elections' database shortly after Anonymous PH
defaces the poll body's website IMPORTANT look also
Comelec chair 'criminally liable' for data leak
Comelec leak can lead to
identity theft
More than 200,000 emails compromised after Comelec hack
Outrage as voters' personal data leaked online
After Comelec data leak, what to do to protect yourself?
Searchable website of leaked Comelec data taken down
Conversations with the creators of We Have Your Data
Comelec leak – what I discovered
Comelec leak – what can go wrong?
and the
Video
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"Scams & Identity theft"
Rappler learns that the stolen computer in Lanao del Sur contains
the voter records, including the biometrics, of the Philippines' 55 million
voters
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Confirmed: Comelec computer stolen in Lanao contains national voters' list
The justice department reverses the decision of the Manila Prosecutor’s Office,
which didn't find merit in the complaint of Ferdinand Marcos Jr's camp.
Mindanao has always been every government’s Achilles heel, but more so ....
Political scientist Aries Arugay proposes 5 political reforms
that could improve the quality of institutions and Philippine democracy – among
them, election of a straight ticket
Find out the purpose of the online article you are reading to determine
motivation. This can help you decide whether what the author is saying is fact,
opinion, or plain propaganda.
In
the past 6 elections – from 1998 to 2013 – more men have participated and won
than women
The
Philippines can learn a few things from how political parties in other countries
draw up their lists of candidates
The Philippines’ system
of electing party-list representatives differs significantly from how most
countries do it. Look more
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Cebu
is the most vote-rich province in the Philippines, with about 2.7 million
registered voters
Election time, should disasters – and officials’ responses to
calamities – figure in voters’ choice of their next leaders?
Mar 9, 10, 11, 2016
Poverty and electoral violence in Masbate Kahirapan at karahasan sa Masbate both Feb 25, 2016
6 updates on Maguindanao massacre's 6th year Look also the slideshow:
Dozens of bodies found in mass grave in Amputuan, Maguindanao province and the
Video: What Really Happened During the Maguindanao Massacre?
in the album "Maguindanao Massacre, election-related violence and media
killings"
'You're
aspiring to be the vice president of the country. Address the darkest part of
our history.' Look also ‘Marcos snares,
Imeldific lies':
1,400 Catholic schools back call vs ‘Marcos snares, Imeldific lies'
Ateneo presidents slam Bongbong Marcos ‘revision of history’
and below HERE and the
Video: Aquino slams Marcos son: Martial law not 'golden age' in the
album "EDSA People Power Revolution" in the album "Philippine History"
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SAMASA Selfies
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Help youth understand why 'never again' to martial law The Electoral
Almanac - the history of Philippine elections
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a law passed on February 13, 2003 which provides for a system
for citizens of the Philippines currently residing or working outside of the
Philippines to vote in an election. This act was a consolidation of Senate Bill
No. 2104 and House Bill No. 3570, the first draft was authored in congress on
July 22, 2002. The act is implemented by the Commission on Elections (COMELEC)
with the help of the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA). Look also
Automated Elections in the Philippines - AES Look also
BRIEFING PAPER ON REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9369 AND THE AUTOMATED
ELECTION SYSTEM
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Video Comelec Chairman Andres Bautista and Election Lawyer Atty.
Romeo Macalintal explain the Fair Elections Act. Feb 27, 2016
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Who are the real heroes
behind every election in the country? Undervoting
Undervoting happens when the number
of choices made by a voter for a particular contest is less than the minimum
number allowed for that race, or when no choice is made for a single choice
contest.
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Mandaue City Election Officer Ferdinand Gujilde says those who
bring their voters' receipts out of the polling place will face up to 6 years
imprisonment Look also
10 things we should know about Philippine elections
The idiot's guide to Philippine elections
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How to vote Look also
Taking home vote receipts? You can go to jail
EXPLAINER: Can voters be jailed for taking voting receipts out of precincts?
Surveys use a lot of statistical terms. We explain key terms and their
significance to make them more understandable.
The Legal Network for Truthful
Elections, LENTE has welcomed the decision of the Commission on Elections,
Comelec en banc to enable the onscreen verification feature of the vote-counting
machines, VCMs in place of the voter verification paper audit trail, VVPAT.
Mar 5, 2016. Look above about LENTE
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Comelec to lease 94,000 new machines for 2016 elections
New voting machine 'friendlier, faster than PCOS
Vote-counting machines unreliable, says watchdog
Comelec ballot rule may rob voters of right to vote
How to prevent cheating with the vote-counting machines
The
'paper audit trail’ required by law does not have to be a receipt; it can be the
ballot itself, depending on the voting technology chosen by Comelec during a
particular election Look also
It is absolutely wrong to disable the voter receipts
Shod in slippers, Mirasol Gracela made an arduous two-hour
trek across three mountains in Sorsogon province to cast her vote, hopeful that
the country's future leaders will help her three children crawl out of poverty.
May 21, 2016
The
Commission on Human Rights reminds Filipinos that making threats on social media
is a form of human rights violation
Look it as pdf
Young Filipinos shocked by martial law victims' stories
and
more here
Martial Law
and the EDSA Revolution
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Anti-vote buying campaigns are grounded on the pretentious narrative of a
Filipino who is poor yet moral. This is so detached from the reality that, for
someone who has nothing to eat, money is money. Vote buying and selling are election offenses under Section
261 (a) of the Omnibus Election Code. They are punishable with imprisonment of
not less than one year but not more than 6 years.
Will you
sell your vote for a couple of bucks or favors?
Look also
Comelec urges public to report vote-buying Both
by/ Fritzie Rodriguez April 03, 2016
The
Institute of Philippine Culture found that accepting money among poor voters
does not necessarily mean selling one's vote
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Videos Combatting vote-selling
AND
also the article
Combating
Vote-Selling in the Philippines
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Election cheating? VCMs may not be the best way to do it Look also
HERE and the
Video: Namfrel says poll cheating still possible Apr 26, 2016, and the above
Videos
LENTE is a nationwide network of lawyers, law students,
paralegals, and other trained volunteers set up by various non-partisan groups
to monitor the canvassing of votes in elections. Look also
HERE and the
Videos e.g. MAKIALAM KA! 2016 Barangay and SK Elections
and the above Videos
Report cases of
vote buying, vote selling, election-related violence, campaign violations, and
other forms of election problems and offenses using the #PHVoteWatch map
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Philippine elections. Despite being affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church,
it considers itself an independent, non-partisan, and non-sectarian
organization. Look also
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Videos
PPCRV says candidates' ad spending 'scandalous' Instructions for Poll Watchers Apr 15, 2016
If decentralization (or broader, federalism) is to work,
leadership selection must first be made more inclusive and competitive.
have long been present in the Philippine political structure. They are typically found in
elite families that have established themselves in a province before moving on
to the national government. Look also
The Dutertes, one of the political clans in Davao Region,
historically come from Cebu. Oral tradition points out that there were actually
two Duterte clans in that province, one from the south and the other from the
north. Look the article as pdf
Look also
Rodrigo Duterte
Manases Carpio, President Duterte's son-in-law (wife: Davao City Mayor Sara
Duterte Carpio), is involved in private legal practice as part of the Carpio &
Duterte Lawyers firm.
Look also HERE
and Waldo Carpio
Environment Secretary Gina Lopez is leading her entire clan in a familiar battle
that involves politics and business.
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Lopez Family Values and
Regina Paz "Gina" La'O Lopez
In a
forum organized by the Ateneo School of Government, experts say political
dynasties are one of the reasons why economic growth remains slow
Why Congress has yet to pass anti-dynasty bill
There has been a never-ending push for the passage of
legislation against political dynasties, but this has yet to yield a positive
result. - ANC, The World Tonight, October 22, 2015
If we
want to reduce the harmful effects of political dynasties, we shouldn't try to
control the families, we should try to control the profit. In the Philippines,
political families or "dynasties" pose a sticky problem.
Political families have become the
machinery of those seeking the country's highest office. Let us visit Cebu,
whose families are among the most sought after by would-be presidents. Jan 14, 2016 Malaking bagay na inendorso ng lahat ng political clans sa
Cebu, kabilang na ang mga Durano, si Arroyo, kaya siya nanalo kahit pa
sinasabing nagkadayaan. Jan 15, 2016 Look also
Cebu, Durano clan and practical politics Updated 02/24/2013 Look also
In Leyte: 'Walk for change' vs 'Walk for progress'
and
the
Video Investigative Documentaries Petilla-Loreto-Cari Clan (Leyte Political
Dynasty)
Top 10 Political Dynasties 2016
Blood is thicker than water: Political clans retain hold on Iloilo
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AboutPhilippines recommend this article about the Marcos dynasty from then
to 2016
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Robredo to Bongbong Marcos: 'Facts don't lie' and
Ferdinand E. E. Marcos, Sr. - President, Dictator,
Martial Law, Burial, Etc.
and
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Revolution" in the album "Philippine History"
The irony – or tragedy – is that despite overwhelming evidence against them, not
one of the Marcoses and their cronies had spent a day in prison for plundering
the nation
Look also
Search for Marcos' wealth: Compromising with cronies
Building a foundation of dissent vs Marcos dynasty and
Ferdinand E. E. Marcos, Sr. - President, Dictator,
Martial Law, Burial, Etc. and above HERE
AboutPhilippines says: We are angry and
just ask: Is "Duterte,
a Marcos lapdog"
Look MORE HERE Associate Justice
Presbitero Velasco's wife, son, and daughter are running in 2016 races Political
parties - Organizations - Etc.
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etc."
The Makabayan bloc – an alliance of progressive party-list representatives –
officially bolts the majority in the House of Representatives.
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Video
and the articles:
Civil libertarians launch Movement vs Duterte’s ‘acts of tyranny’
Kumalas na? Leftist leaders organize movement vs. Duterte’s ‘tyranny’
National Democratic
Front chief negotiator Fidel Agcaoili talks to Rappler about the status of
negotiations with the Philippine govenrment.
UPDATED
Cabinet Secretary Jun Evasco is gathering President Rodrigo Duterte's supporters
nationwide to form a mass movement that could potentially become a new political
party.
The ballot for the 2016 elections will include at least 185 party-list groups – for
now.
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Duterte: New Constitution should abolish partylists
is a
network of progressive, reform-minded youth groups and organizations working
toward voters’ education and empowerment. It is an alliance pushing for a 2013
issue-based elections, using the Millennium Development Goals (MDG) as a
framework, a baseline measure of human development. It is also a call-to-action
for Filipino youth to become engaged and involved in nation building. Look also
HERE
The Philippines has a multi-party system with numerous political
parties, in which no one party often has a chance of gaining power alone, and
parties must work with each other to form coalition governments. There are two
types of parties in the Philippines and these are: major parties, who correspond
typically to traditional political parties, and minor parties or party-list
organizations, who rely on the party-list system to win Congressional seats.
The
politics of the Philippines takes place in an organized framework of a
presidential, representative, and democratic republic whereby the president is
both the head of state and the head of government within a pluriform multi-party
system. Despite the claim of the government that
there exists separation between church and state, the Catholic Church still
holds influence in political action that has significant consequences for much
of the population. Look also
Religion, Culture and Politics in the
Philippines
by/Paul-François Tremlett The Role of the Church in the Philippines’
Nonviolent People Power Revolution
by/Alejo José G. Sison
This is a
paper on "Contemporary Philippine Political Culture"; more concretely, on what
such culture considers as "public" and "private" as reflected in its treatment
of the issue of "political dynasties".
By Ronald Meinardus
Look also
Reforming the Philippine Political Party System
Look also
Party and Party System Institutionalization in the Philippines
Look also the article
Party-list group asks SC to order probe into vote count
discrepancy
is a citizens’ movement which seeks to organize a reform
constituency which is determined to assert power to choose national and local
leaders in order to have a significant impact in Philippine elections.
KMP is a democratic and militant movement of
landless peasants, small farmers, farm workers, rural youth and peasant
women. It unites with all oppressed and exploited classes and fights for
the interests and aspirations of the entire Filipino people. KMP
continues to consolidate and defend its gains and victories while
advancing the peasant struggle against class exploitation and national
oppression.
Look also
HERE and
Redefining the Liberal Party’s role
is the oldest political party in the Philippines today and was responsible for
leading the country throughout the majority of the 20th century since its
founding in 1907. look also
HERE
The party still enjoys great support in President Marcos' home province of
Ilocos Norte, but retains little outside of it. look also
HERE
Gabriela Women’s Party is a sectoral party dedicated to promoting the rights and
welfare of marginalized and under-represented Filipino women through
participation in the country’s electoral system and organs of governance. It is a sectoral party composed of women 18 years and
above, having varied occupations, education, interests, ethnic origin, religious
affiliation, and sexual orientation. Gabriela Women’s Party seeks to harness the potential,
initiative, skills, and leadership of marginalized women towards empowerment,
justice, and equality. Look also
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Philippine Democratic Party-People's Power
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HERE
It was originally called the - United Opposition (UNO)
look also HERE
look also
HERE
Bagumbayan-VNP look also
HERE
look also
HERE
Look the full description of the video
HERE
BABAE KA has no political agenda or ideology
except to advance the rights and welfare of women and the Filipinos, as a whole.
BABAE KA views itself as a centrist
organization and not a leftist or rightist coalition.
The world’s first and
only political party for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT)
Filipinos.
is a political organization whose aim is secession from the Philippines and the
establishment of an Islamic state covering Sulu, Mindanao and Palawan. It in
1993 it was accredited by the Organization of the Islamic Conference, which
allows it to represent Moro people with an observer status. Currently, the group is the ruling party of the Autonomous
Region in Muslim Mindanao MNLF is in many
international lists of
Terrorism.
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HERE
DAVAO CITY, Philippines - The Moro Islamic
Liberation Front (MILF) is ready for mainstream politics through its newly
formed United Bangsamoro Justice Party (UBJP).
MILF vice chair for political affairs Ghadzali Jaafar said
Wednesday, April 9, that they finalized plans to form the party last year,
following various meetings with local leaders and the MILF's central committee,
the policy-making body of the organization
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Revolutionary government, yes, Duterte-style, no
by Teddy Casiño October 17, 2017
Pluralism, populism and their perversions: Congress in the
time of Duterte
We need a president who will reform Congress and a Congress that will reform the
presidency. We need a citizenry that will insist on having both.
Politics and law in the middle of a
drug war
by Ross Tugade August 22, 2017
The death of Kian delos Santos and thousands of others caught in the bloody drug
war reveals a social symptom of the gravest degree.
In Duterte’s Philippines, where there is virtually an unchecked use of force,
the State has effectively turned itself against the people.
Religion and our state
by Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino August 04, 2017
Video
Nene Pimentel on federalism, Congress, Duterte's
SONA
July 25, 2017
The father of Senate President
Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III, the elder Pimentel
recently made headlines when he contradicted his son's position on convening
Congress to discuss the declaration of martial law in Mindanao.
What does liberalism, LP, and yellow really mean?
July 18, 2017 - with Video
Video
Franklin Drilon on opposition and rule of law under Duterte
September 01, 2017
Duterte pardons 10 political prisoners – Karapatan
July 06, 2017
by Pia Ranada December 19, 2016
Some of those likely to be released may be asked to join the ongoing peace
talks, says chief government negotiator and Labor Secretary Silvestre Bello III
by Carmela Fonbuena October 09, 2016
The National Democratic Front has been pressing for the release of all
'political prisoners' as a necessary 'incentive' for the communist rebels to
agree to a bilateral ceasefire agreement
GALLERY: Who are Duterte's San Beda appointees to gov't?
by Michael Bueza June 29, 2017
Video
Defending Democracy Summit 2017
June 12, 2017
by Vergel O. Santos August 12, 2017
Showbiz for ugly people? How Filipino politics is one big soap
opera
By Staff Writers January 25, 2017
Digong's Cabinet should talk more, take the bullets
by Rene Saguisag May 26, 2017
Are we better off after a year? Did we have a Marawi situation last year?
Prez Digong alarmingly and needlessly cut short by a day his trip to Russia and
took the mic energetically on arrival for another rambling performance. He
talked of martial law (ML) in Mindanao where the vilified Muslims have been
persecuted for centuries.
Republic Act No. 6713
Duterte forms powerful body to probe appointees
by Paterno Esmaquel II October 05, 2017
EO 43
states that the commission "shall have the power, on complaint or
motu
proprio, and concurrently with the Office of the Ombudsman, to hear,
investigate, receive, gather, and evaluate evidence, intelligence reports, and
information in administrative cases against all presidential appointees in the
Executive Branch of the government and any of its agencies and
instrumentalities."
Change is coming? Duterte recycles the old
May 15, 2017
The quick-fix president favors quick-fix officials.
House on fire
by Representative Tom Villarin March 13, 2017
by Mara Cepeda May 15, 2017
The House leadership begins naming the lawmakers who will be replacing the
committee chairpersons ousted for not voting in favor of the death penalty bill.
by Mara Cepeda March 22, 2017
18 lawmakers who voted no to the RH bill under the 15th Congress voted yes to
the death penalty measure under the 17th Congress. How did the Church mobilize
against the two controversial measures?
A race to kill democracy
by Representative Tom Villarin May 03, 2017
Resist the trolls, resist the hate
by Pia Ranada May 03, 2017
When trolls win, everyone, including those who support President Duterte, loses
Perfect storm in wild, wild Philippines
by Tony La Viña March 21, 2017
Our own Gang of Four and a Half
by Vergel O. Santos April 29, 2017
Duterte, Estrada, Arroyo, Marcos – they are our own Gang of Four, who, in the
60s and 70s, in its original Communist Chinese incarnation was the ruthless
power behind Mao Zedong.
Condemned by crowd acclamation
by Vergel O. Santos March 03, 2017
The fragility of democracy: Why we can’t just ‘move on’ from
EDSA 1
by JC Punongbayan February 25, 2017
Official
Gazette
Commonwealth Act No. 638, “An Act to provide for the uniform publication and
distribution of the Official Gazette,” was passed by the Third Session of the
Second National Assembly on May 22, 1941, and subsequently approved by President
Manuel L. Quezon on June 10, 1941.
a collective name for the newly formed offices within the Office of the
President of the Philippines and refers to the following positions and offices:
the Presidential Spokesman and the Presidential Communications Office (formerly
the Office of the Press Secretary).
Assistant
Communications Secretary Mocha Uson
Marcos
at the Libingan: Fears of a resurgent authoritarian regime
by Leslie V. Advincula-Lopez November 27, 2016
Video
The future of democracy
Jan 11, 2017
by Vergel O. Santos June 17, 2017
Save the democratic institutions? If there’s anyone who needs saving – and needs
saving now – it’s us.
Senate ousts Drilon, LP senators from key posts
UPDATED The 4 ousted senators join the Senate minority bloc. The Senate on
Monday, February 27, stripped 3 Liberal Party senators and their ally of
committee chairmanships, following the arrest of their party mate Senator Leila
de Lima.
It was neophyte senator Manny Pacquiao, a key administration ally, who motioned
to remove from key positions LP senators Franklin Drilon, Francis Pangilinan,
Paolo Benigno Aquino IV, as well as Akbayan Senator Risa Hontiveros. Akbayan is
allied with the LP.
'Nawala na ba ang pagiging independiente at magiging sunud-sunuran na lang ba
[ang Senado] sa ehekutibo?' asks Senator Francis Pangilinan.
by Camille Elemia February 28, 2017
'Hindi tayo makakagawa ng trabaho dito sa Senado kung hindi natin gaganunin.
Ako, ayoko mamulitika. Kumbaga, nandito tayo para magtrabaho,' says Senator
Manny Pacquiao
Six senators now comprise the minority bloc: Franklin Drilon, Paolo Benigno
Aquino IV, Francis Pangilinan, Risa Hontiveros, Leila de Lima, and Antonio
Trillanes IV
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Pacquiao tells LP they can keep some posts: 'May awa din ako'
February 28, 2017
The neophyte senator volunteers to initiate the move to oust the 4 Liberal Party
senators on Monday, February 27
by Pia Ranada February 28, 2017
Presidential Spokesman Ernesto Abella says President Rodrigo Duterte can't
control the '24 republics' that make up the Senate.
Filipinos and the politics of acceptance
by Frankie Concepcion December 06, 2016
What I have learned from history is that often, Filipinos have been asked to
accept the very tragedies which have defined us.
Año's challenge: How to lead PH military under Duterte?
by Carmela Fonbuena December 14, 2016
Amid fears of creeping martial law, Armed Forces chief Eduardo Año could be the
best person to protect democracy – or
Video
Dial 8888, 911: Gov't opens complaints, emergency hotlines
Aug 1, 2016
Malacañang and the national police on Monday launched their respective hotlines
for receiving public complaints and emergency calls.
by Happy Feraren October 09, 2016
Citizen complaints received through the hotline get forwarded to concerned
agencies for immediate action
by Michael Bueza September 23, 2016
Quezon City and Manila also top the list of LGUs that got the most number of
complaints since the hotline was launched in August
July 08, 2016
The 8888 number will serve as the hotline for citizen complaints
The Left’s unity and struggle with Duterte
by Teddy Casiño November 15, 2016
Extrajudicial killings and the Marcos burial issue will continue to be a
recurring source of disagreement. So far, these burning issues have not been
decisive in breaking the alliance with Duterte.
The curious case of the Mocha Uson blog
by Carmel Veloso Abao November 05, 2016
Its main message is that President Duterte can do no wrong. This kind of citizen
defense of a president is not desirable because it promotes personalistic
instead of rational political discourse.
Constitution - Etc. Laws
THE 1987 CONSTITUTION
OF THE
REPUBLIC OF THE PHILIPPINES
(Full Text - present Constitution)
by/Official Gazette
The Philippines has had a total of six constitutions since the Proclamation of
Independence on June 12, 1898.
by/ Jodesz Gavilan February 02, 2016
February 2 of each year is Constitution Day to commemorate the highest law of
the land
by Mara Cepeda August 09, 2016
Senate President Pimentel supports the formation of a Constitutional Commission,
saying it would help Congress save time as it focuses on other legislation
by Camille Elemia Updated August 01, 2016
Critics oppose the move to convene a Constituent Assembly to amend the 1987
Constitution: 'The 17th Congress cannot be trusted to legislate against its own'
President Rodrigo Duterte has changed his mind, again: he was pushing for a
Constitutional Convention (Con-Con) as the mode to amend the 1987 Constitution,
but he is now espousing a Constituent Assembly (Con-Ass).
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Drilon files Con-Con reso to 'review' 1987 Charter
The resolution bars incumbent lawmakers and candidates in the May 2016 polls
from qualifying as a convention delegate
and
Senators divided on Con-Con, Constituent Assembly
Some senators remain open to a Constituent Assembly as long as the Senate and
the House of Representatives will be allowed to vote separately on proposals
Both by Camille Elemia July 03 and August 01, 2016
The Chan Robles
Virtual Law Library of Law of the Philippines
House panel votes: Amend charter through Constituent Assembly
by Mara Cepeda October 19, 2016
by Pia Ranada December 09, 2016
EO 10, signed on Wednesday, December 7, creates a 25-member committee to be
composed of presidential appointees.
The committee will “study, conduct consultations, and review the provisions of
the 1987 Constitution including but not limited to the provisions on the
structure and powers of the government, local governance, and economic policies.
Rewriting other parts of the Constitution?
March 29, 2017
Charter-change non-negotiables
by Ronald U. Mendoza and Michael H. Yusingco September 14, 2017
To counter vested interests, all citizens must be prepared to rally around key
reforms that will truly bring about change.
As part of his effort to fulfil a promise of change, President Rodrigo Duterte
issued in December 2016 Executive Order No. 10 to organize the Consultative
Committee (Con-Com) on constitutional reform.
Rewriting for what?
by Fr Ranhilio Callangan Aquino August 21, 2017
I must now ask: What, exactly, are we rewriting the Constitution for?
We should write for a clear purpose – and not merely because the chance to
rewrite is open to us!
Duterte: Give president sole power to declare martial law
by Jun A. Malig December 23, 2016
President Rodrigo Duterte also wants to amend in the Constitution another
'reckless reaction' to the Marcos regime – the term limits on local officials.
President Rodrigo Duterte on Thursday, December 22, said he wants the
Constitution amended to make it less difficult for any president to declare
martial, saying the current safeguards were mere “reckless reaction” to what
Filipinos experienced during Martial Law.
He also said there is also a need to review the current term limit on local
officials, where a maximum of 3 consecutive 3-year terms is allowed.
by Pia Ranada December 30, 2016
'Okay na ako sa state of lawlessness,' President Rodrigo Duterte says in an
interview with Rappler's Maria Ressa.
Martial law is futile and will only "burden" the innocent, President Rodrigo
Duterte said, as he dispelled fears that recent bombings in Cotabato and Leyte
will persuade him to impose military rule.
December 23, 2016
The Vice President asks Filipinos to 'remain vigilant against the threat of
martial law,' calling President Duterte's challenge to the Constitution
'appealing'
Videos
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Preamble of the 1987 Philippines constitution both in English and Tagalog
Electoral Tribunals
REPUBLIC ACT No. 1793
AN ACT CONSTITUTING AN INDEPENDENT PRESIDENTIAL ELECTORAL TRIBUNAL TO TRY, HEAR
AND DECIDE PROTESTS CONTESTING THE ELECTION OF THE PRESIDENT-ELECT AND THE
VICE-PRESIDENT-ELECT OF THE PHILIPPINES AND PROVIDING FOR THE MANNER OF HEARING
THE SAME.
Presidential Electoral Tribunal: What happens to a protest?
by Michael Bueza January 01, 2017
There have only been 4 election protests since 1992. None, so far, has resulted
in the reversal of results for president or vice president. On average, it took
close to 4 years for these protests to be resolved.
Executive Order No. 292, s. 1987
Signed July 25, 1987
INSTITUTING THE “ADMINISTRATIVE CODE OF 1987”
Time for pro-democracy forces' agenda (part 1)
by Philip M. Lustre Jr. December 10, 2016
Philip M. Lustre Jr. December 11, 2016
The November 25 and 30 mass actions have confirmed two things: first, the
existence of a critical mass of warm bodies to comprise the pro-democracy
movement; and second, the emergence of young people, or millennials, as a new
force to reckon with.
What’s a ‘state of lawlessness’?
Updated September 03, 2016
UPDATED Expect to see more soldiers, policemen, and checkpoints in key areas.
Curfews can be imposed as the need arises.
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by Camille Elemia September 08, 2016
Senator Leila De Lima – deemed the fiercest critic of President Duterte –
expects the declaration to be questioned before the Supreme Court
by HOMOBONO A. ADAZA September 8, 2016
by Jodesz Gavilan October 22, 2016
Jose Manuel Diokno, dean of the De La Salle University College of Law, also says
the involvement of the military in the war on drugs is questionable, with or
without a state of national emergency
by Mara Cepeda September 19, 2016
Surigao del Norte 2nd District Representative Robert Barbers, chairman of the
committee on dangerous drugs, says the campaign against illegal drugs 'should
not be time-bound'
September 18, 2016
President Rodrigo Duterte on Sunday, September 18, asked for a 6-month
"extension" on his self-imposed deadline to end illegal drugs in 3 to 6 months.
Duterte said he has a final list that is about 3 inches thick, bearing the names
of alleged drug personalities that include public officials. He said he had no
idea of the extent of the drug problem until he became Chief Executive.
by Bea Cupin September 18, 2016
The PNP chief says he did not even discuss the idea of an extension with
President Rodrigo Duterte but reckons the Chief Executive has seen that police
are 'having a hard time'
Updated September 05, 2016
UPDATED – President Rodrigo Duterte has signed a proclamation declaring a "state
of national emergency on account of lawless violence," confirmed Executive
Secretary Salvador Medialdea to media on Monday, September 5.
by Pia Ranada September 04, 2016
The conflicting statements about the ‘state of lawlessness’ declared by the
President leave the public in a state of confusion. Who's responsible?
by Michael Bueza September 03, 2016
San Beda Graduate School of Law Dean Fr Ranhilio Aquino says that President
Duterte's declaration of a state of lawlessness 'does not in any way entail the
curtailment of any of our freedoms and liberties'
Updated September 03, 2016
(5TH UPDATE) The declaration is to ensure "coordinated efforts" between the
police and the military in the government's fight against terrorism and illegal
drugs, the President says
Duterte declares 'state of lawless violence,' hikes military, police presence
Updated September 3, 2016
by Tony La Viña September 03, 2016
For now, Duterte's declaration does not appear to lead us to a slippery slope.
But we must be vigilant.
Proclamation No. 55, s. 2016
Signed September 4, 2016
Signed September 7, 2016
PROVIDING GUIDELINES FOR THE ARMED FORCES OF THE PHILIPPINES AND THE PHILIPPINE
NATIONAL POLICE IN THE IMPLEMENTATIONS OF MEASURES TO SUPPRESS AND PREVENT
LAWLESS VIOLENCE.
EXPANDING MEMORANDUM ORDER NO. 3
by Pia Ranada September 06, 2016
The Palace releases guidelines for implementing President Duterte's declaration
of 'state of national emergency on account of lawless violence'
Philippine habeas corpus cases - Article III
The writ of habeas corpus may be suspended in order to prevent any violence in
cases of rebellion or insurrection, as the case may be. In Philippine
jurisdiction, the present 1987 Philippine Constitution, Article III, Section 15
provides that “The privilege of the writ of habeas corpus shall not be suspended
except in cases of invasion or rebellion, when the public safety requires it.
HERE or as
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by Camille Elemia November 15, 2016
'He was only thinking out loud, na ano ba 'yung mga weapons, ammunition, methods
available to him,' Senate President Aquilino Pimentel III recalls the President
telling lawmakers while discussing his war on drugs at a Palace meeting.
by Pia Ranada November 14, 2016
President Duterte, after his warning to suspend the writ of habeas corpus, says,
'Either we do something to protect society or do something sometimes wrong to
protect society'
by Bea Cupin November 14, 2016
The PNP chief assures the public that even if the writ of habeas corpus is
suspended, they will remain 'here to serve and protect.
by Bea Cupin November 13, 2016
'The drug menace is not a ground to suspend the privilege of the writ,' say the
4 Liberal Party senators in a joint statement
by Mara Cepeda November 13, 2016
Malacañang, meanwhile, says the suspension of the writ 'is just an idea' so far.
by Paterno Esmaquel II November 12, 2016
President Rodrigo Duterte says the law allows him to do this 'to protect the
Republic of the Philippines'
President Rodrigo Duterte warned that he can suspend the writ of habeas corpus,
a safeguard against warrantless arrests, if lawlessness – particularly the
illegal drugs trade – persists in the country.
Video
Robredo: Duterte has no legal basis to suspend habeas corpus
by Mara Cepeda November 15, 2016
Congressmen from the independent minority bloc of the House cite the 'dangers'
of President Rodrigo Duterte's unclear thought process.
Gordon wants emergency powers for Duterte, suspension of
habeas corpus
by Camille Elemia Updated 9:03 PM, September 08, 2016
The writ of habeas corpus restored
Proclamation No. 2, s. 1986
Republic Act 9163
and
by Marjohara Tucay August 02, 2016
'What we need is a better path for the socio-civic involvement of the youth, a
path that is congruent to the challenges of the changing times'
by Jee Y. Geronimo August 05, 2016
'Realistically, [Duterte] wants it. I don't know if he will push [for] it right
away, but we might as well do the groundwork,' says Commission on Higher
Education chair Patricia Licuanan
How does impeachment work?
FAST FACTS: How does impeachment work?
by Michael Bueza May 02, 2017
UPDATED
The 1987 Constitution lays down rules to make some top officials, including the
President, accountable through the impeachment process
Published on May 19, 2017
March 16, 2017
by Katerina Francisco October 02, 2017
The Constitution doesn't spell out acceptable grounds for a president's
resignation, and in recent history, one president's resignation has also raised
legal questions.
by Mara Cepeda May 22, 2017
The current Rules of Procedure in Impeachment Proceedings state lawmakers may
only junk an impeachment complaint after the document's sufficiency in form and
substance are assessed.
by Mara Cepeda March 17, 2017
UPDATED Magdalo Representative Gary Alejano, the lawmaker who filed the
complaint, denies the accusation, saying 'this is solely the decision of the
Magdalo'
The misuse of impeachment
Statement of Assets, Liabilities,
and Net Worth
The "Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth"
Duterte's 2016 net worth: P27.4M
by Lian Buan May 12, 2017
(4th UPDATE) The President's latest Statement of Assets and Liabilities shows
his net worth at P27.4 million as of December 31, 2016, up by P3 million
compared to June 2016
Duterte's SALN: P3M from extra campaign donations
by Jodesz Gavilan May 13, 2017
Duterte explains the additional P3 million in his SALN, Statement of Assets and
Liabilities as of December 2016, saying this came from various donors he no
longer knows.
by Pia Ranada May 14, 2017
The President jokes of a wealthy single woman from Metro Manila who he brings
often during foreign trips.
This woman, he at first asserted, is the source of the additional P3 million*
($60,337) he declared in his recent Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net
Worth (SALN).
Duterte is also fond of women, and has not shied away from expressing admiration
for beautiful women, be it a government official or his own security aide.
Separation of Church and State
“Separation of Church and State” in
the Philippines
FOI - Freedom of Information - Etc.
eFOI - Electronic Freedom of Information
Freedom Of Information
Access government records today.
August 31, 2017
The PCOO says agencies should comply before the start of the validation process
on their eligibility to the performance-based bonus
Dec 10, 2016
Despite of the initiative of the government of an online FOI for transparent
information dissemination, the Center for Media and Responsibility argues some of
the restrictions that it provides.
by Pia Ranada November 25, 2016
Malacañang prohibits private media from covering an event meant to signify the
Duterte administration's commitment to the free flow of information.
Video
What to expect in new FOI website
Dec 2, 2016
Videos
Presentation of the People's Freedom of
Information Manuals
11/25/2016
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Freedom of Information EO signed
Jul 24, 2016
President Rodrigo Duterte has signed the executive order (EO) implementing the
Freedom of Information (FOI), Malacañang announced Sunday.
Jul 24, 2016
Pinirmahan na ni Pangulong Rodrigo Duterte ang executive order kaugnay ng
Freedom Of Information pero sakop pa lang nito ang mga opisina sa ilalim ng
executive branch.
--
'Freedom of Exemptions': Journalists slam FOI exemptions
Sep 26, 2016
The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) and the Center for
Media Freedom and Responsibility (CMFR) both lament the exemptions placed on
President Rodrigo Duterte's executive order on Freedom of Information (FOI) in
the executive branch.
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Senate panel highlights 'urgent need' to pass FOI
Sep 19, 2016
Led by Senator Grace Poe, the Senate Committee on Public Information and Mass
Media on Monday launched its hearing into the proposed Freedom of Information
(FOI) Act.
--
Official Announcement by Sec. Andanar on the Signing of the EO on FOI 7/24/2016
Official Announcement by Presidential Communications Secretary Martin Andanar on
the Signing of the Executive Order on Freedom of Information (FOI)
Davao City, 24 July 2016
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State of the Freedom of Information Bill: Panel 1 and 2 and Closing remarks.
Jul 21, 2014
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17th Congress set to pass FOI bill
Jun 28, 2016
by Mara Cepeda February 15, 2017
House public information committee chairperson Antonio Tinio says the FOI bill
aims to flesh out the policy of full public disclosure in the country.
by Aika Rey November 23, 2016
Interested citizens can request for official records by going straight to
agencies or by visiting the eFOI portal at foi.gov.ph
The Presidential Communications Operations Office will release a model FOI
Manual by 7 October 2016, which you can either adopt or use as template. PCOO
also plans to hold FOI Workshops on 13, 14, 20 and 21 October 2016.
Nov 15, 2014
by/Jodesz Gavilan Dec 02, 2014
by/Chay F. Hofileña Updated Jun 12, 2015
Draft FOI manual includes list of 166 exceptions
August 28, 2016
The draft of the manual for Freedom of Information (FOI) includes exceptions
ranging from information related to national security matters to criminal
investigations.
Individuals seeking information from the government may need to review 166
exceptions listed in the August 22 draft of the Freedom of Information (FOI)
People's Manual.
How serious is the Duterte administration about FOI?
by Aika Rey March 19, 2017
Memorandum from the Executive Secretary on Release of Official
Statements
Signed September 22, 2016
FOI Youth Initiative (FYI)
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9184
AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE MODERNIZATION, STANDARDIZATION AND REGULATION OF THE
PROCUREMENT ACTIVITIES OF THE GOVERNMENT AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
This Act shall be known as the "Government Procurement Reform Act."
IRR Republic Act No. 9184
by August 29, 2016
Philippine Council of State
National Security Council, NSC
Philippine Government Electronic Procurement System, PhilGEPS
Video
Politics of the Philippines
The Politics of the Philippines took place in an organized framework of a
presidential, representative, and democratic republic whereby the president is
both the head of state and the head of government within a pluriform multi-party
system. This system revolves around three separate and sovereign yet
interdependent branches: the legislative branch, the executive branch, and the
judicial branch.
Video
The Government System after
EDSA revolution
This is how the Philippine governments system flows after the EDSA revolution.
Sep 1, 2013
Local government
Local government is divided into four levels:
Philippine Councilors League -
PCL
Barangay Councilors League of the
Philippines - BCLP
Calendar of activities for October 2017 barangay, SK elections
by Michael Bueza March 31, 2017
The Comelec prepares for the village and youth council polls, despite a proposal
in the House of Representatives to postpone them again.
by Paterno Esmaquel II October 04, 2017
UPDATED The barangay and SK elections will be held on the second Monday of May
2018 instead of October 23 this year
by Paterno Esmaquel II September 05, 2017
The poll body cites threats to the safety of voters in Mindanao, which President
Rodrigo Duterte placed under martial law due to clashes in Marawi City
Sangguniang Kabataan - SK
"youth council"
January 21, 2017
Interested parties may request for satellite registration activities in their
area in preparation for the 2017 barangay and SK polls, says the Comelec
by Lou Gepuela January 31, 2016
2016 will mark the first SK elections after a 3-year hiatus
“Sangguniang Kabataan Reform Act of 2015”
Look the IRR
HERE
Nat'l Youth Commission: Abolishing SK
will deprive youth of their voice
August 28, 2016
NYC Chairperson Aiza Seguerra says removing the Sangguniang Kabataan would
'disenfranchise the Filipino youth'
The National Youth Commission (NYC) on Sunday, August 28, expressed alarm over
the statements of legislators asking for the abolition of the Sangguniang
Kabataan (SK).
by Emil Marañon III August 02, 2017
If Congress decides this at the last minute, we risk tossing down the drain
about a billion pesos Comelec shall have spent on the preparations.
October 15, 2016
AN ACT POSTPONING THE OCTOBER 2016 BARANGAY AND SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN ELECTIONS,
AMENDING FOR THE PURPOSE REPUBLIC ACT NO. 9164, AS AMENDED BY REPUBLIC ACT NO.
9340 AND REPUBLIC ACT NO. 10656 PRESCRIBING ADDITIONAL RULES GOVERNING THE
CONDUCT OF BARANGAY AND SANGGUNIANG KABATAAN ELECTIONS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
by Emil Marañon III March 29, 2017
Robert Ace Barbers' House Bill 5359, seeking to postpone village and youth polls
and allowing the President to appoint OICs, contravenes the Constitution on at
least 5 fronts
by Patty Pasion March 28, 2017
Vice President Leni Robredo says the postponement of barangay elections should
be an opportunity to strengthen the independence of barangay officials.
March 23, 2017
President Rodrigo Duterte says under his proposal, the Catholic Church, other
religious denominations, and various groups can submit nominees for him to
choose from
by Marchel P. Espina March 22, 2017
Interior Secretary Ismael Sueno says President Rodrigo Duterte wants handpicked
appointees in every barangay in the country to rid the country of drugs.
and
Duterte explains why barangay polls should be postponed
Sep 18, 2016
August 29, 2016
The Comelec will wait for a law or joint resolution in Congress formalizing the
polls' postponement
Barbers defends 'realistic' plan to
appoint barangay officials
by Mara Cepeda April 03, 2017 - with video
by Mara Cepeda March 27, 2017
Surigao del Norte 2nd District Representative Robert Ace Barbers' measure would
also allow President Rodrigo Duterte to appoint officers-in-charge once the
barangay polls are postponed
Dutertism and Philippine populist
criminality
by Christopher Magno July 11, 2016
Two of the Filipinos I have interviewed express this popular view in stating,
“All the politicians are corrupt”; “Give me the name of a politician who did not
use government money for his own interests.”
Single ticket: How about voting for
president and VP together?
by/ Benjamin Reilly and Ramon C. Casiple
March 23, 2016
The Philippines is unusual in allowing “split-ticket” voting for its
presidential and vice presidential elections.
This probably reflects American historical influence on the Philippines, as the
United States once had this model.
Videos
Cebu: Most vote-rich province in PH
Let us look at the most vote-rich provinces in the country. Let us go to Cebu in
the Visayas. Cebu province is a favorite destination of candidates running for
national office. With close to three million registered voters, the Cebuano vote
may spell the difference between the presidency - or any other national elective
post - and political oblivion.
Dumako tayo sa mga lalawigan na may pinakamaraming rehistradong botante sa buong
bansa. Sa kabisayaan, ang Cebu. Makailang ulit pinasadahan ng mga presidential
candidates ang lungsod at probinsya ng Cebu para ligawan ang halos tatlong
milyong botante roon.
by/ Michael Bueza March 18, 2016
Know the electoral profile of the province with the biggest voters' population
The Three Branches' structure
of the Government - Etc.
DOCTRINE OF SEPARATION OF POWERS
BRANCHES OF THE PHILIPPINE GOVERNMENT
by/Lormel Gesite, BSIT Student at Lyceum of the Philippines University-Cavite
Mar 22, 2012
The legislative department
Atty. Ryan Legisniana Estevez, MPP
HERE or as
Video
Video
Legislative Department
Lecture on the Legislative Department of the Republic of the
Philippines
Justin Martin O. Hernandez
HERE or as
Video
Video
House Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez on the legislation in the time
of Duterte
December 13, 2016
What are the Duterte administration's priority measures? House Speaker Pantaleon
Alvarez talks to Rappler about these
Pantaleon Alvarez, Duterte’s lieutenant at the House
Executive department
by/Mara Angelica Refraccion. Oct 08, 2011
Video
The Judicial Department
Congress of the Philippines
Senate of the Philippines
October 08, 2016
Incumbent and former senators celebrate the institution's centennial anniversary
Research by Michael Bueza and Katerina Francisco October 16, 2016
Compiled interesting tidbits and trivia on the Senate, which turns 100 this year
Rules of the Senate
Two allies of Senator Leila De Lima want the committee to decide first on its
jurisdiction over the complaint, not on the complaint's form and substance
Former senator Rene Saguisag, who once headed the Senate ethics committee, says
politics also comes into play in deciding complaints against senators
Out of all ethics complaints, the Senate has only censured former senators Juan
Ponce Enrile and Heherson Alvarez. Former senator Manny Villar was only
reprimanded on paper, due to lack of quorum caused by the absence of his allies
House of Representatives of the Philippines
Batasang Pambansa Complex
Alvarez wants to scrap PLLO
by Mara Cepeda February 13, 2017
Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez says the Presidential Legislative Liaison Office's
function is redundant since the LEDAC already exists
Promotion of Presidential legislative initiatives and other
Administration-sponsored priority policy reforms and development programs
through a strategic information dissemination campaign and sustained day-to-day
collaboration with the two Chambers of Congress, as well as with other interest
groups.
The Congressional Spouses Foundation, Inc. - CSFI
is a cause-oriented organization composed of the spouses of the members of the
House of Representatives. It is committed to support and complement the
legislative and public service mandate of the House of Representatives and its
members through socio-civic and other developmental initiatives.
by Mara Cepeda February 13, 2017
Charter Change? - Federalism in PH -
Pros and cons of federalism
- Etc.
Videos
LOOK:
Federalism in motion: a runaway train?
by Joel Rocamora October 17, 2017
Federalism pros and cons – in artworks
March 03, 2018
Videos
Proposed amendments to the 1987 Constitution
September 27, 2017
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House discussion on proposed amendments to the 1987 Constitution
October 03 - 09, 2017
On October 3, the House committee on constitutional amendments hold the
continuation of the discussion of the technical working group on the shift to
federalism.
Robredo: No need to overhaul
Constitution
Vice President Leni Robredo says lawmakers
should just introduce amendments to some provisions of the Constitution.
A country's constitution should be fluid with the times but it doesn't mean it
should be overhauled, said Vice President Leni Robredo.
'Is federalism the only way the Philippines can save itself? Is the Philippines
ready for federalism?' asks Vice President Leni Robredo
Is federalism the silver bullet?
by Ronald U. Mendoza January 13, 2017
Congress 2017: Bleak prospects for
shift to federalism
by Camille Elemia and Mara Cepeda January 11, 2017
Duterte to quit in 3 years if
federalism begins
by Paterno Esmaquel II October 29, 2016
'Is federalism a Trojan horse for other
agenda?'
by Paterno Esmaquel II October 20, 2016
LOOK: The 12 Deputy Speakers of the
17th Congress
by Mara Cepeda August 17, 2016
The 12 deputy speakers are set to represent 12 autonomous regions that would
arise should the Philippines become a federal state.
Federalism's
implications on our legal and judicial systems
by Tony La Viña and Johanna Lorenzo January 07, 2017
Why federalism is not the answer
by Vicente V. Mendoza October 10, 2016
Duterte: I’ll offer to resign once PH
becomes federal
by Pia Ranada July 28, 2016
“If they can shorten the proceedings, you have a Constitution that is federal in
2 or 3 years, then you have to elect a president. Of course, that would
automatically legally [mean] hindi na ako p'wede (I will have to be replaced),
so I will offer to resign,” he said on Wednesday night, July 27, during an event
with the League of Cities and Provinces.
by Michael Bueza August 14, 2016
If plans for charter change push through, he hopes amendments will be done via a
Constitutional Convention
Former Supreme Court Chief Justice Hilario Davide Jr opposes amending the
current 1987 Constitution.
by Jodesz Gavilan August 06, 2016
Former UP National College of Public Administration and Governance dean Alex
Brillantes Jr says federalism can be 'one fundamental reform' that can transform
and empower frontline government units,
and look the video on the site: Rappler editor-at-large Marites Vitug talks to
former UP NCPAG Dean Alex Brillantes on the merits of federalism for the
Philippines.
by Mara Cepeda August 05, 2016
'You are talking about divorce, you are talking about death penalty. E paano
kung sa bagong Constitution bawal pala ‘yun? Sayang lang ang ginawa mong batas,'
says House Majority Leader Rodolfo Fariñas
by Pia Ranada August 04, 2016
President Rodrigo Duterte tells critics of a Constituent Assembly that he is
their last line of defense against a bastardized Constitution
by Fr. Ranhilio Callangan Aquino August 04, 2016
For charter change, a convention of appointed members would still be perfectly
constitutional
by Mara Cepeda August 01, 2016
UPDATED The Speaker proposes the formation of a Constitutional Commission
after critics said there would be abuse of power in a Constituent Assembly
House Speaker Pantaleon Alvarez said he would suggest to President Rodrigo
Duterte to issue an executive order (EO) to create for a Constitutional
Commission (Con-Com).
The Con-Com, whose members will be appointed, is envisioned to help the
Constituent Assembly in amending the 1987 Constitution.
Will federalism address PH woes?
Pros and cons of making the shift
by/Pia Ranada and Nico Villarete Updated February 01, 2016
by Mara Cepeda July 01, 2016
by Mara Cepeda July 12, 2016
No vice president under federalism?
Alvarez says 'it depends'
by/ Bea Cupin June 07, 2016
by/Patty Pasion June 08, 2016
The Philippines can also create a federal, parliamentary form of government that
allows for a vice president or a deputy prime minister, congressmen say
by/Reynaldo Santos Jr June 09, 2016
Federalism in PH: 81 senators, 11
federal states?
by Katerina Francisco June 17, 2016
by Katerina Francisco June 18, 2016
Former Senate president Aquilino Pimentel Jr outlines the features of a proposed
federal government: autonomous regions will enforce policies for their own
affairs, leaving the central government to focus on areas of national interest
by Bobby Lagsa July 08, 2016
The Vice President points out that a number of municipalities are still
dependent on the IRA for their operations, indicating their lack of capability
to raise incomes independent of the national government
What are Comelec rules on election propaganda?
by/ Reynaldo Santos Jr April 06, 2016
Can candidates spend like crazy on campaigns?
by/ Fritzie Rodriguez April 26, 2016
Will candidates stick to the rules on campaign spending? And more importantly,
will the Comelec implement its rules?
LENTE: Candidates should specify donors in SOCE
Dec 8, 2016
Duterte donor Imee Marcos not in his SOCE
by Paterno Esmaquel II October 11, 2016
Referring to Ilocos Norte Governor Imee Marcos' donation, President Rodrigo
Duterte says, 'Si Imee pa ang nagbigay. Sabi niya inutang daw niya'
President Rodrigo Duterte recently said Ilocos Norte Governor Imee Marcos helped
fund his presidential bid, with Marcos even borrowing money to fuel his
campaign.
Duterte's Statement of Contributions and Expenditures (SOCE), however, does not
list Marcos among his contributors.
by/ Fritzie Rodriguez April 26, 2016
Comelec data leaked by hackers
by Michael Bueza January 05, 2017
UPDATED The National Privacy Commission says that the Commission on Elections
and its chairman Andres Bautista violated provisions of the
Data Privacy Act of 2012
by/ Victor Barreiro Jr. April 14, 2016
Troy Hunt's website Have I Been Pwned? reveals Filipino voters' marital
statuses, biometric data, physical attributes, family members have also been
exposed
by/ Rappler Social Media Team April 21, 2016
Netizens express shock and anger after finding out that their birthdays,
addresses, and passport info, among others, have been exposed
by/Michael Bueza April 21, 2016
Be aware of the risks now that your personal information is out there, IT and
data privacy experts warn. Here are some tips.
by/Victor Barreiro Jr. April 22, 2016
While the site does appear to be down, Filipinos' data from the Comelec data
breach is likely still circulating online
Luis Buenaventura April 22, 2016
We Have Your Data's creators talk with Luis Buenaventura to shed some light on
the site
by/Joben Ilagan April 27, 2016
by/Joben Ilagan April 27, 2016
Leaked Comelec data may be used for crime
What have we learned a year since 'Comeleak'?
by Michael Bueza March 28, 2017
The voters' data leak and a break-in at a Lanao town have put the Comelec, the
National Privacy Commission, and the Data Privacy Act to the test.
Comelec faces probe for another possible data breach
by Paterno Esmaquel II and Michael Bueza February 16, 2017
by Michael Bueza February 20, 2017 - with video
While the National Privacy Commission and the police are investigating the
break-in, Comelec orders additional security measures in all city and municipal
election offices.
Comelec, Smartmatic face charges for changing 2016 vote
machine codes
by Patty Pasion June 07, 2017
#PHVote: When drought, politics, and firearms mix
by/Glenda M. Gloria April 04, 2016
How can we improve PH democracy?
by/ Katerina Francisco February 19, 2016
How big is the president-vice president tandem vote?
by/Ma. Rosel S. San Pascual and Clarissa C. David April 16, 2016
Our system is more akin to that of some Latin American countries where 'split
ticket' voting is allowed. The downside is we end up with the two top positions
occupied by people who were not inclined to work together in the first place.
How to check if online election-related information is
reliable
by/ Analiza Perez-Amurao May 14, 2016
Women in PH politics
by/ Fritzie Rodriguez March 01, 2016
Party list: Who gets to choose candidates?
by/Benjamin Reilly April 08, 2016
Video
PH party list: Making it more representative
Jul 1, 2016
Scholars advocate that the number of seats a party has in the legislature should
be proportional to the number of votes that the party has received in the
election.
What does the most vote-rich province want from the next
president?
by/Apple Grace Danuco May 05, 2016
Videos
Politics in disasters - Dalawang mukha ng kalamidad
Videos
Political killing fields, electoral violence
Maguindanao Massacre, election-related violence and media killings, November 23, 2009
by Jodesz Gavilan November 21, 2015
Rappler lists down what happened during the months leading to the 6th year of
the worst case of election-related violence and media killings in the
Philippines
7 years later: What happened to the Maguindanao massacre case?
by Katerina Francisco Updated November 23, 2016
UPDATED Will the worst case of election-related violence in the Philippines
reach its resolution under the Duterte administration?
People Power veterans to Bongbong: Wala ka bang puso?
by/ Voltaire Tupaz Feb 24, 2016
March 08, 2016
The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines slams 'the attempt of
Ferdinand Marcos Jr 'to canonize the harrowing horrors of the Martial rule'
by/ Paterno Esmaquel II March 07, 2016
Heads of Jesuit-run universities join nearly 530 other signatories against ‘the
darkness and oppression of the Marcos years’
Video
NEVER AGAIN
Apr 17, 2016 by/Malu Maniquis
Millennials take a stand against Marcos Jr together with
SAMASA
September 20, 2015
43 years after the declaration of martial law, Malacañang hopes the youth
will understand why the period should never happen again!
The Philippine Electoral Almanac
FROM THE PRESIDENTIAL MUSEUM
AND LIBRARY
This book traces the history of Philippine elections. Leading up to the present
day, it explores the intricate relationship, in a democracy, between the
President and Congress; analyzes the partnerships established between political
parties and personalities; fleshes out the history of political coalitions; and
details every Philippine national referendum held to date.
Elections, Voting
- Etc.
The Omnibus Election Code
Batas Pambansa Bilang 881 - Full text
Senate wants to amend Omnibus Election Code
The Omnibus Election Code should be amended to prevent
over-spending as well as premature campaigning of candidates. Feb
10, 2016
Republic Act No. 9189 - The Overseas Absentee Voting Act
Policy paper on overseas absentee voting (OAV) and
What you need to know about overseas absentee voters
by/ Jodesz Gavilan April 09, 2016
Republic Act No. 9369
Republic Act No. 9006
Fair Elections Act
RA 9006 IRR
Commission on Elections, or COMELEC
Feb 8, 2016
Video
Tapatan Ni Tunying: Election Heroes
May 6, 2016
For example, undervoting occurs when
a voter chooses less than 12 names for senator on the ballot, or when a voter
abstains in the choice for president, vice president, governor, representative,
and other local executive posts.
Undervoting is common during elections, and does not necessarily translate to
poll fraud.
Selfies not allowed in polling precincts
by/Linette Ramos Cantalejo, SunStar, April 06, 2016
Elections Guide: A walk-through
Voters Guide
Did any of your bets violate campaign guidelines set by Comelec? Take some time
to learn about the do’s and don'ts in campaigning and use this knowledge to
decide.
by/Amado “Bong” Mendoza Jr. Professor of Political Science & International Studies in UP Diliman. Look
it as pdf
HERE
by/Bertrand Rodriguez Jr May 07, 2016
'Bato bato sa langit, ang tamaan huwag magalit'
Videos
Brief explanation of how to vote, register, process and what
to do about The Election. Sep 7, 2015
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How to Vote. Apr 15, 2016
Not sure how to vote on election day? Watch this video.
by/Fritzie Rodriguez April 20, 2016
Do you know how to vote come election day? Watch our step-by-step guide.
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Philippine Voting Process
Voters Education
Feb 27, 2012
--
eVOTE Philippines Election System
Voting System using "TABLET" eVote.
Aug 17, 2014
Editorial: Protecting the vote
Feb 28, 2016
by/ Paterno Esmaquel II April 13, 2016
The punishment for this election offense is 'imprisonment of not less than one
year but not more than six years'
by/Emil Marañon III April 15, 2016
The answer lies in whether the voting receipts should be classified as election
document or election paraphernalia under the law. 'It should not be.'
Confused by surveys: What do terms mean?
by/ Jodesz Gavilan February 18, 2016
Videos
DEMO of the VCM, 25 January 2016
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How the vote counting machine works
Comelec spokesman James Jimenez demonstrated how the new vote counting machine
works. Feb 4, 2016
--
Comelec OKs display of votes on VCM screens
by/ Paterno Esmaquel II March 04, 2016
The Comelec says vote-counting machines or VCMs will display votes on the
monitor for 15 seconds per voter. Look also
HERE
by/ Raymon Dullana February 13, 2016
“When we compare this to the PCOS machine used in 2013, I can say not only for
us from BEI but also for the voters that this new Voting and Counting Machine
(VCM) is friendlier,” Board of Election Inspectors, BEI-Tuguegarao City chairman
Hilarion La Madrid told
by/ Voltaire Tupaz Feb 14, 2016
Poll watchdog Kontra Daya makes the observation after mock elections
Despite Comelec’s earlier assurances that it fixed glitches in the automated
election system, the mock elections held February 13, revealed loopholes that
could affect the accuracy of the vote counting, a poll watchdog said.
by/Paterno Esmaquel II April 16, 2016
The most senior Comelec Commissioner, Christian Lim, disagrees with the new
ballot rule, hinting it can also be used for cheating.
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) approved, an unprecedented rule that
allows voters to get replacement ballots if, through no fault of their own,
vote-counting machines (VCMs) reject their original ballots.
by/Emil Marañon III May 04, 2016
Know the weak features of this animal called the VCM that the unscrupulous might
exploit on election day
EXPLAINER: Why it's alright not to have voting receipts
by/Emil Marañon III Updated March 01, 2016
by/ Glenn Chong Updated March 02, 2016
Glenn Chong of the election watchdog AESWatch says: In automated elections, the
ballots are secretly read and counted inside the machine. The hidden nature of
automated vote counting negates transparency
Video
Hopeful Sorsogon mother crosses three mountains to vote
Election-related human rights violations rampant online – CHR
by/Fritzie Rodriguez April 18, 2016
The CHR, through its project "Bantay Karapatan sa Halalan", BKH, highlighted the
need to "govern" online spaces as they are used by some Filipinos to spread
election-related violence and threats.
The project is in partnership with poll watchdogs and human rights groups like
Lente and Dakila.
EDSA30: How to help young voters understand martial law
by/ Patty Pasion Feb 24, 2016
Major players in the EDSA People Power Revolution have some advice for young
people, who now tend to favor a strongman for a leader.
HERE and
May 04, 2016
They thought the martial law era was a time of prosperity and discipline but
were shocked to hear of atrocities committed by the regime
Vote-selling,
Combatting vote-selling - Etc.
Time to change our hypocritical approach to vote buying
by/ Emil Marañon III March 30, 2016
Votes have never been commodified as it is now. Voters have never been this
willing to sell their votes, and politicians more eager to buy them.
So are we missing something in the campaign against vote buying?
Despite the severity in the penalty, why does no one seem to comply?
The many ways of buying votes
All secrets are eventually revealed. Or are they? In the Philippines,
vote-buying and vote-selling have been part of every election. This, despite
laws restricting it. Vote-buying is an open secret among several communities,
yet it is among the hardest election offenses to prove.
'Vote-buying is a problem that will stay with us until such time that people are
enlightened about it and how it’s ridiculous,' says Comelec spokesperson James
Jimenez
Vote selling among the poor a 'logical' decision - think tank
by/Aika Rey April 25, 2016
Allen Hicken 'Combatting vote-selling in the Philippines' 14
April 2015
by/Researchers: Allen Hicken, Stephen Leider, Nico Ravanilla & Dean Yang
Election cheating - Poll Watchers - monitor the
canvassing of votes in elections - Etc.
'Fingerprints of election thieves' spotted in past PH polls
data
by/Gemma Bagayaua-Mendoza May 08, 2016
by/Emil Marañon III May 08, 2016
National Citizens' Movement for Free Elections, NAMFREL
an election watchdog in the Philippines. It was the first and one of the most
famous election watch campaign. It is known to have introduced non-partisan
national election monitoring to the Philippines after exposing the issues
involved with the 1986 Snap Elections
The Legal Network for Truthful Elections, LENTE
Report vote buying, other election wrongdoing
3:01 PM, April 26, 2016
Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV)
You want to be a poll watcher? Here's what you can do.
Political Dynasties,
Families - Etc.
List of political families in the Philippines
The following is a list of the most notable political families of the
Philippines, each with the areas in which their influence was/is strong. Names
in bold indicate the individual was/is a President of the Philippines.
The Philippine political arena is mainly arranged and operated by families or
alliances of families, rather than organized around the voting for political
parties.
THE DUTERTES
A family in the national spotlight
The nation's fascination with the First Family grows as controversy hounds its
members.
by Pia Ranada January 27, 2018
Under decentralization: More Ampatuans
than Robredos?
by Ronald U. Mendoza and Miann Banaag November 26, 2016
This article provides an update on the local government leadership patterns in
the country, incorporating the results from the May 2016 elections. Overall, the
Philippines’ local governments have become more and more dynastic since 2007.
Duterte backs political dynasties
By Rosette Adel Updated June 25, 2015
Davao City Mayor Rodrigo "Rody" Duterte on Wednesday said he is opposing with
the provisions of the proposed Anti-Dynasty Bill and finds it undemocratic.
Look also
Duterte’s children proclaimed Davao City top execs
By Edith Regalado Updated May 13, 2016
Political dynasties
Go down the page and
look the different dynasties.
The Aquino Political Dynasty
Philippine
Politics: The Showbiz Government
In a typical Philippine political family situation, the hierarchy of Government
officials that makes up a number of relatives or children that controls a
certain municipality or even the country is an open secret.
Look whose involved in plunder - members of political dynasties
The Duterte Bloodline
By Antonio V. Figueroa 05 December 2015
HERE
Presidential son-in-law: Who is Manases Carpio?
by Jodesz Gavilan September 06, 2017
The Lopezes' new family saga
with video
by Lala Rimando February 13, 2017
Regina "Gina" Paz Lopez is leading her entire clan in a familiar battle that
involves politics and business.
Incumbent clans
Dys of Isabela, Singsons of Ilocos Sur, Marcoses of Ilocos Norte, Ortegas of La
Union, Espinos of Pangasinan
dominate northern Luzon
by/ Raymon Dullana May 14, 2016
The rise of 'fat dynasties'
by/ David Lozada April 14, 2016
How much of our country will we lose to political dynasties?by/Clarissa C. David and EF Legara
October 20, 2015
After Election Day, will the country be able to reclaim territory from
dynasties, or will the bleeding continue?
Last week thousands of people trooped to the Comelec to file their certificates
of candidacy (COC), many of them vying for seats in local offices where members
of their families hold monopolies of power. After the dust settles on filings,
how many local elections will the country lose to dynasties? How many elections
are hopelessly locked into a dynastic outcome because all candidates are
dynastic?
Who chooses dynastic candidates in PH senatorial polls?
by/ Ma. Rosel S. San Pascual and Clarissa C. David
March 12, 2016
While much has been written about the prevalence of dynasties in Philippine
politics and about the reservation that political dynasties are unhealthy for a
democratic society, not much has been written about the profile of their voters!
Political dynasties: The end of PH politics?
by/Efren N. Padilla September 27, 2015
'The superiority of political dynasties is the dead end of Philippine politics.
Unless we institutionally diffuse political power or change our political
narrative to a multidimensional one'
Look also
One man's dream ends century-old political dynasty in Bantayan, Cebu
by/ Richale Cabauatan June 05, 2016
As a child, Art Despi dreamed of becoming mayor. Realized in the 2016 elections,
that very same dream ended the Escario family's century-old political dynasty in
the town.
The real problem with political families
by/Michael Brown Jun 21, 2015
Videos
Durano clan of Cebu: Grassroots machinery for national
campaign
Kampanya Serye: Ang mga Duranos ng Cebu
Waray Dynasty: How Veloso-Loreto-Cari-Petilla ruled Leyte for
nearly 100 years
The clan started its dynasty in the American colonial period.
Their clan is roughly approaching a century in power with only a few
interruptions, one being World War II.
This enduring dynasty firmly holds the provincial capitol, the fifth legislative
district, their hometown bailiwick Baybay City, the populous town of Palo.
This is one helluva dynasty that should be studied by academics, lawmakers and
pollsters who are pushing for an enabling law against dynasties in the
Philippines.
A younger mayoralty bet is challenging the almost 4-decade
rule of the Loreto-Cari clan in this city in western Leyte.
Videos
Videos about Political Dynasties in
PH:
May 13, 2016
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Dynasties in Democracies: The Political Side of Inequality
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"Political Dynasty" a documentary
Oct 8, 2013, UDM-BS-ECO
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Philippine Politics: A family corporation antic?
Prominent names from similar families have been atop of Philippine politics. How
can we be assured that the government will remain for Filipino people and will
not be controlled by dynasty?
With Former Senator Aquilino Pimentel and Congressman Edgar Erice.
Jun 10, 2014
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Political Dynasties in the Philippines
Tapatan sa Aristocrat
February 17, 2014
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HERITAGE, A Documentary about political dynasty
Oct 8, 2013, UDM ECO-32
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''It Runs in the Family'' Political Dynasty in the
Philippines Documentary
Oct 7, 2013 by/Eunice Ambos
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Political dynasties in the Philippines
The Constitution disallows existence of so-called political dynasties but for
decades, clans have remained in control of politics both in local and national
levels. May 13, 2013
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Political Dynasties in PH
a Solar Daybreak special by Camille Elemia. Oct 1, 2012
by/Anthony Badoy Mondragon May 28, 2016
Familiar names like Garin, Tupas, Defensor, Biron, and Gorriceta have retained
their solid hold on the province’s 5 districts
Philippines’ president warns against return of Marcos dynasty 30
years after 'People Power’ uprising
by/Philip Sherwell, Asia Editor 25 Feb 2016
HERE -
Look also
by/ Bea Orante Feb 25, 2016
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the video: Aquino hammers Bongbong on People Power anniversary
Recovering Marcos’ ill-gotten wealth: After 30 years, what?
by/ Philip M. Lustre Jr. Feb 25, 2016
by/ Philip M. Lustre Jr. Feb 25, 2016
What the entire world knows after 30 years is a mere fraction, and not the
entirety, of the Marcos loot
by Miguel Syjuco June 27, 2016
This is a call for all Filipinos to use stones not as
weapons but to build a foundation of dissent against those who long denied our
country democracy, equality, safety, and truth.
TIMELINE: How the Marcoses made their political comeback
February 25, 2017
After being forced into exile following the 1986 EDSA Revolution, the Marcoses
slowly return to politics, with members of the late dictator's family now
holding government positions.
It was February 25, 1986. The dictatorship of Ferdinand Marcos was about to
reach its end: the military had turned against him, he was facing scores of
human rights and corruption accusations, and thousands gathered on the streets
in what would be known worldwide as the People Power Revolution.
Supreme Court justice's family building a political dynasty?
Feb 27, 2016
Makabayan bloc leaves House majority
by Bea Cupin September 14, 2017 - This is a developing story.
"Today, we, 7 party-list representatives of the Makabayan bloc, declare our
separation from the majority coalition in the House of Representatives to
intensify our opposition to the Duterte administration that has now fully
unraveled as a fascist, pro-imperialist, and anti-people regime," the bloc said
in a statement on Thursday, ahead of a press conference.
Movement Against Tyranny, MAT
by Voltaire Tupaz August 28, 2017
Movement Against Tyranny leaders urge the public to speak out and act against
extrajudicial killings and other acts of tyranny under the Duterte
administration.
August 28, 2017
Leni leads PH pro-democracy movement
by Philip M. Lustre Jr. December 06, 2016
Her biggest challenge lies in leading the entire pro-democracy movement to
reclaim the nation’s democratic ideals that are being eroded slowly by the
administration’s authoritarian tendencies.
Video
Fragile talks with the Philippine left
January 10, 2017
Video
War on drugs also used vs leftists, says NDF lawyer
Jan 3, 2017
The administration's war against illegal drugs is also being used to run after
leftists in certain areas, a lawyer for the communists said on Tuesday.
In an interview with ANC's Headstart, senior legal consultant for the
National
Democratic Front of the Philippines (NDFP) Rachel Pastores said they have
received reports the drug campaign is being used to "even attack who are
involved in political activities."
New 'party' Kilusang Pagbabago formed to protect Duterte
by Carmela Fonbuena December 05, 2016
Ballot to include 185 party-list groups – for now
December 05, 2015
Should the party-list system go?
by Marjohara Tucay August 08, 2016
'Seats in the House of Representatives may be taken away by law, but a genuine
organization with a real constituency and real advocacies cannot be melted by
the mere stroke of a pen'
by Pia Ranada July 29, 2016
President Duterte insists the partylist is being abused by wealthy Filipinos who
create them just to get seats in Congress
YouthVotePhilippines
List of political parties in the Philippines. Political
parties in the Philippines are of diverse ideologies and are plentiful in
number.
Politics of the Philippines
The Position of the Catholic Church in Political and Social
Relations of the Philippines
by Cheryl Burkhardt
The Role of the Church
by Jeff Boyd, June
29, 2010
Contemporary Philippine Political Culture
The Public and the Private in Contemporary Philippine Society
Political Parties and Ideological Mainstreams
ideas and initiatives, debates and dynamics
Turn Parliamentary?
Should the Philippines Turn Parliamentary?
By Rep. Florencio B. Abad By Allen Hicken
Liberalism in the Philippines
ATTITUDES TOWARD POLITICAL PARTIES IN
THE PHILIPPINES
CONSLA PARTYLIST
represents the marginalized sectors of the Phil society - soldiers, policemen,
teachers, market vendors, mine workers, employees&workers.
December 15, 2016
Consla says PPCRV counted at least 523,753 votes, but
Comelec's canvassing results showed 213,814 votes for Consla. The poll body has
refused to investigate.
The Change Politics Movement (CPM)
Peasant Movement of the Philippines - KMP
Lakas-Kampi-Christian Muslim Democrats
Lakas-Kabalikat ng Malayang
Pilipino-Demokratikong Kristiyano at Muslim
Lakas Kampi CMD
Nationalist People's Coalition
Koalisyong Makabayang Bayan
Liberal Party
Partido Liberal ng Pilipinas
Partido Liberal Muntinlupa
by Senator Francis N. Pangilinan January 20, 2017
Toward a clear path to the future, the party and its leadership need to look
back to its past.
The Liberal Party and realpolitik in the House
by Mara Cepeda January 14, 2017
Deputy Speaker Miro Quimbo explains what it's like being member of the Liberal
Party under a Duterte-controlled House of Representatives. After elections, from
close to a hundred, members were reduced to 32..
The Liberal Party (LP) enjoyed 6 years of power in Congress when Benigno Aquino
III was still president.
But many of its members jumped ship to President Rodrigo Duterte’s Partido
Demokratiko Pilipino-Lakas ng Bayan (PDP-Laban) after he won the 2016 polls.
Senators to LP: Decide now if you will stick with the majority
by Camille Elemia January 18, 2017
'To me, mas klaro iyon dahil... ang lumalabas tayo ang masama, dahil
nakakapagsagwan sila sa dalawang ilog,' says Senator Richard Gordon of the
Liberal Party senators.
The Liberal Party (LP) should all stop "paddling between 2 rivers" and decide
whether they would still be a part of the majority bloc in the Senate.
Nacionalista Party
Partido Nacionalista ng Pilipinas
The Nacionalista Party, historically, belonged to the conservative wing of
Philippine politics, while its main opponent, the Liberal Party and its junior
coalition partners all belong to the liberal wing.
The Filipino Progressive Movement (FPM) is one of the largest
and oldest political parties in the Philippines.
The FPM welcomes anyone into their party, with the exception of persona non
grata to the Philippines
Labor Party
New Patriotic Alliance
New Society Movement
Gabriela Women's Party
(PDP-LABAN)
Force of the Filipino Masses
(PMP)
Trade Union Congress Party
Genuine Opposition
Struggle of Democratic Filipinos
Struggle/Fight of Democratic Filipinos
People's Reform Party
People's Reform Party
Bagumbayan-Volunteers for a New Philippines
Green Party of the Philippines
Akbayan Citizens' Action Party
Bayan Muna Partylist
Video
AAD (Ang Ating Damayan) Citizens & Family Alliance
ALAGAD Party-List
BABAE KA Partylist
Ladlad
Citizen's Battle Against Corruption (CIBAC)
Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF)
Video
United Bangsamoro Justice Party
(UBJP)
The Democratic Socialist Women of the Philippines - DSWP
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