In 2011, Gerardo “Gerry” Ortega was shot to the head at point-blank range in Puerto Princesa City in the province of Palawan
The bishop said he is still holding on to hope that the country’s justice system “works and cares for those who have less in life”
The failure of candidates to speak about issues related to the environment “reflects the lack of ambitious plans” in their platforms
The groups said WTE projects will “exacerbate the public health and the ecological crisis” caused by climate change and the pandemic.
The grave disregard of this government toward the welfare of poor communities and the environment will result in many more disasters, especially now that the climate crisis is getting worse.
The prelate also urged voters to support candidates who are “credible and honest,” adding that there are candidates who are “untruthful.”
Several groups claimed that the signatories to the agreement were “pre-selected” and a significant number of indigenous communities were not consulted and excluded from the negotiations.
The climate crisis, the degradation of our environment, and the plight of vulnerable communities should become front and center issues as we head towards the national elections in May 2022.
The groups urged candidates to include the declaration of climate emergency in their agendas, adding that they want “a vision of transformative actions” to avoid the tragedies millions of Filipinos endured and suffered from typhoons, droughts, and other climate-related hazards.
The campaign has a website that serves as a depository of profiles of candidates and their stand on various issues