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0September 09, 2009
Gilberto Teodoro’s US Visit Another Wrong Step for the People of the Philippines and the US

“As part of President Arroyo’s Cabinet and inner circle, he cannot be separated from the massive corruption, human rights abuses,...
0August 01, 2009
Filipino-American Rights Groups Disappointed in Obama for Standing with Leader on Wrong Side of History‏

“So much for standing ‘against torture wherever it takes place.’ “

Melissa Roxas Press Conference
*** Statement by Melissa Roxas *** A U.S. citizen and victim of abduction and torture by suspected Philippine military agents.
Where are your US Tax Dollars Going?
This year the US Senate wants to increase military aid to the Philippines to $33 million in part to recognize the decrease in the rate of killings and other HR abuses.
But as UN rapporteur, Prof. Alston, had stated, 'The decrease in number while a cause to congratulate, is likewise a cause to condemn because it merely shows clearly who are behind the extrajudicial killings.' Call your representatives now and let them know we should be cutting military aid to the Philippines not increasing it.

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