Committed to national democracy, Bayan marks 40th year
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Committed to national democracy, Bayan marks 40th year
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On the Fringes | This time, I can write about you
On the Fringes | This time, I can write about you
Thank you for introducing to me the beauty of having a bond that transcends generations - a friendship that never wavered because it was held by a strong commitment of serving the people.
Activists hold bike ride in support of red-tagged Bayan officer, Dutch missionary
Activists hold bike ride in support of red-tagged Bayan officer, Dutch missionary
Colleagues of Bayan's Lutgardo "Boyette" Jurcales Jr. and Dutch lay missionary Otto De Vries said the two have dedicated their lives serving the marginalized and the poor. One has been charged with fabricated charges, while the other is being kicked out of the country.
Groups urge CHR to probe trumped-up murder charges against human rights defenders
Groups urge CHR to probe trumped-up murder charges against human rights defenders
“The arrest warrant is the legal cover for the potential commission of other human rights violations and irregularities such as the planting of firearms and explosives to justify additional non-bailable charges. Such was the experience of other activists such as Rey Casambre, Maoj Maga, Alexander Reyes and many others.”
42 arrested in Iloilo City
42 arrested in Iloilo City
“We condemn in strongest possible terms the high-handed manner by which the Philippine National Police tramples the sovereign people’s rights to assembly, our right to protest, and our right to seek redress of grievances." By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL Bulatlat.com MANILA...
Filipino progressives support Bolivia’s Evo Morales
Filipino progressives support Bolivia’s Evo Morales
On November 10, Bolivian President Evo Morales was forced to resign by a coup. Since then, progressive organizations worldwide have launched an international campaign to expose the violence against the indigenous people in Bolivia. Bayan emphasized the connections between the struggle of the national minority in the Philippnes and Bolivia.
Progressives condemn intensified pre-Apec harassment on leaders
Progressives condemn intensified pre-Apec harassment on leaders
“We call on the people to remain steadfast amid the escalating state repression in time for the Apec.”
Davao’s anti-pork protest welcomes ‘Megan Yan’
Davao’s anti-pork protest welcomes ‘Megan Yan’
An activist dressed as beauty queen “Megan Yan” – a spoof character of Miss World winner Megan Young – stole the show.
‘Lies,’ is what progressive groups expect to hear from Aquino during SONA
‘Lies,’ is what progressive groups expect to hear from Aquino during SONA
“Unlike the traditional fiesta, where hospitality, generosity, and goodwill are encouraged among the whole community, Aquino’s banquet is depicted [in the effigy] as a lavishly sumptuous feast for a small circle of guests as the people wait for crumbs falling from the table.”
‘Philippines not for sale,’ group tells Noy as PPP bidding begins
‘Philippines not for sale,’ group tells Noy as PPP bidding begins
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL Bulatlat.com MANILA – Aside from the Philippine Orthopedic Center, more Public-Private Partnerships are lined up by the administration of President Benigno Aquino III, the multisectoral group Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (Bayan) warned as the...
Anti-Marcos activists mark 40th anniversary of struggle
Anti-Marcos activists mark 40th anniversary of struggle
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
"The challenge is for us to truly see, closely analyze and scrutinize the current situation in the Philippines, the state of human rights, the corruption of those in power and the poverty of the Filipino people. We remember martial law and the sacrifices fighting it entailed… Forty-years after, we affirm it's greatest lesson: to serve the people in all ways possible." – Dr. Carol Pagaduan-Araullo, Bayan
PPP Projects in Davao City won’t benefit the public — Bayan
PPP Projects in Davao City won’t benefit the public — Bayan
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO Bulatlat.com MANILA -- The Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (BAYAN) in Southern Mindanao Region is not sending off fireworks anytime soon to welcome the advent of public-private partnership schemes in Davao City. On August 24, the City Council...
‘2013 budget for electioneering, PPPs’
‘2013 budget for electioneering, PPPs’
By RONALYN V. OLEA
“The budget continues to prop up defective policies imposed by foreign creditors such as privatization while allocating huge resources for CCT dole-outs to conceal the harsh social impact of such programs and automatically setting aside a significant portion for debt servicing.” – Bayan
Progressive groups protest Arroyo release, blame Aquino for filing weak case
Progressive groups protest Arroyo release, blame Aquino for filing weak case
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
“It was so easy for the Aquino administration to let Arroyo get away with her crimes while political prisoners continue to languish in jail." – KMU
Nationwide SONA protests today: “The people won’t be fooled” – BAYAN
Nationwide SONA protests today: “The people won’t be fooled” – BAYAN
News Release July 23, 2012 Despite threats of rain, thousands of protesters are expected to turn out today for the State of the Nation Address of Philippine president Benigno Aquino III. They will come mainly from the ranks of workers, farmers, urban poor, youth...
Protest against US ‘subservience’ to hound Aquino this June
Protest against US ‘subservience’ to hound Aquino this June
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO Bulatlat.com The Bagong Alyansang Makabayan (BAYAN) decried the visit of a United States military chief and said Malacañang was lying through its teeth that it had nothing to do with increasing US military interference in the country. Late...
Independent probe on killing of child belies military’s claim
Independent probe on killing of child belies military’s claim
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
A fact finding mission confirmed suspicions that four-year-old Rodelyn was killed by an explosion caused by an M203 grenade, belying claims of the military that an improvised explosive device from the NPA was the cause.
7-year old girl killed by military in Panay, father and son abducted in Samar
7-year old girl killed by military in Panay, father and son abducted in Samar
By INA ALLECO R. SILVERIO
The two children were playing inside their house when an M203 grenade hit their house killing Rhodelyn instantly.
Remove Corona, hold Arroyo accountable – progressive groups
Remove Corona, hold Arroyo accountable – progressive groups
By ANNE MARXZE D. UMIL
"While Corona’s removal from the SC will, to some extent, help in the prosecution of Arroyo, the people should be reminded that it is still the Executive branch which has the ultimate responsibility in ensuring that GMA is held accountable." – Bayan
Demolition in San Juan, among the most violent
Demolition in San Juan, among the most violent
By JANESS ANN J. ELLAO
"Residents are being forced to relocate where jobs, electricity and water are scarce. Demolitions and forced evictions automatically translate to workers having to leave their sources of income and children would have to stop from going to school." Gabriela Women's Party Rep. Luz Ilagan
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