Tag: Philippine elections
Philippines’ urban poor dwellers reenact Holy Family’s search for lodging
In the Gospel story, the star supposedly inspired the wise men, or the three kings, to travel to Jerusalem in search of the Child Jesus
Photos: Philippines’ urban poor turn pre-Christmas event ‘political’
This year’s event turned “political” as the marchers trooped to the office of the country’s vice president to show support for her candidacy
Manila prelate reminds Filipinos to look into political candidates’ track record,...
He reiterated his call for the faithful to form “circles of discernment” to guide them in their choice of candidates
‘Help us stop enforced disappearance,’ kin of ‘desaparecidos’ urge Philippine politicians
"It doesn't matter if days or years have passed since our relatives went missing, the anxiety and agony is still in our hearts”
Faith, green groups press for ‘pro-people,’ ‘pro-environment’ bets in Philippine polls
“We have seen our fair share of destruction of lives and ecosystems .... Are these not enough for us to finally say no to mining?"
Bishop warns Filipino voters against candidates who have no ‘good manners’
He said leaders should have “good manners” because “words can be inspiring and encouraging, not abusive, offensive, nor life-threatening”
Philippines’ vice president to run for top job vs son of...
“We need to free ourselves from the current situation .... I will fight, we will fight, I offer myself as a candidate for president"
President Duterte announces retirement from politics
The tough-talking leader has not yet announced his preferred successor, but many expect it will be his daughter, Sara
Priest reminds Philippine politicians to examine motives in running for office...
The filing of certificates of candidacy for next year’s elections in the Philippines opened on October 1
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