Rappler's Paterno Esmaquel II visits EDSA Shrine to listen to Filipinos who view EDSA as a miracle – and see a clear link between faith and politics
Politicians have often framed the People Power Revolution of 1986 as a political power play. However, in this video report, Rappler's Paterno Esmaquel II visits EDSA Shrine to listen to Filipinos who view EDSA through the eyes of faith. Sister Cho Borromeo, an 80-year-old member of the Franciscan Missionaries of Mary, recounts her experience facing soldiers at EDSA 38 years ago and firmly believes that it was an act of God.
Human rights lawyer Chel Diokno emphasizes the role of the Catholic Church as the conscience of the Filipino people
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