Gathering at Freedom Park in Roxas Avenue, around 50 members of Bagong Alyansang Makabayan, Kilusang Mayo Uno, Anakbayan, Gabriela, and various progressive groups raised issues such as the need for increased living wages, upholding democratic rights, and other issues.
Atin ang Pinas banners Bagong Alyansang Makabayan Davao’s rally during President Marcos Jr’s third SONA, as they push for the defense of the West Philippine Sea while criticizing the Enhanced Defense Cooperation Agreement (EDCA) with the United States, which they say jeopardizes Philippine sovereignty. (Photo by Kath Cortez/davaotoday.com)
Colmenares said Marcos’ promises of growth are not felt by the people who have suffered from hunger, high prices, low wages, and budget cuts on social services.
The National Bureau of Investigation 11 (NBI 11) has uncovered a large-scale scheme of fake birth certificates in the municipality of Santa Cruz, Davao del Sur that produced up to 1,200 documents.
The Davao City Council has taken issue on last week’s carousel of appointments of the Davao City Police Office (DCPO) Director, as they will invite officials of the Philippine National Police (PNP) and Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) to seek clarification.