FACT CHECK: Bayan Muna, other partylists and Neri Colmenares are not disqualified

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) denied issuing a resolution disqualifying the Makabayan bloc party-lists Bayan Muna, Gabriela, AnakPawis, Kabataan and ACT Teachers and its senatoriable Neri Colmenares in the May 9 elections.

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Read more about the article Of better choices and representation: Mags Maglana advocates progressiveness and inclusivity for 1st District
PROGRESSIVE LEADERSHIP. Davao City 1st District Representative hopeful Mags Maglana, an activist and development worker, advocates for a progressive type of leadership with emphasis on championing women’s rights, magna carta on the informal economy, and solid waste management in her bid against incumbent Paolo Duterte. Photo by Sofia Roena Guan/Atenews

Of better choices and representation: Mags Maglana advocates progressiveness and inclusivity for 1st District

Maria Victoria “Mags” Maglana, who worked for non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in promoting peace and gender equality, now endeavors to become the Davao City 1st District Congresswoman.

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Read more about the article Why fighting dynasties and populism takes more than the election
President Rodrigo Duterte taking his oath with (L-R) Kitty, Sebastian, Inday Sara, and Paolo Duterte on June 30, 2016 at the Malacañang Palace (Malacañang photo)

Why fighting dynasties and populism takes more than the election

DAVAO CITY, Philippines  - The May 9 elections feature two ruling families uniting to vie for the two highest positions in the nation - the Marcoses and the Dutertes. Their…

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FACT CHECK: VP Robredo challenges Marcos Jr. to a one-on-one debate

CLAIM: Vice President Leni Robredo challenges presidential frontrunner Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos, Jr. to a debate to discuss his personal issues. Rating: MISSING CONTEXT DETAILS: Sonshine Media Network International (SMNI), a media company owned…

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