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'Despite the Philippines claiming to be a democratic and liberal nation, statistics tell a different story'
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No, this was not a scene from a movie, nor was it an isolated case. Juan was the fourth media professional killed during Marcos Jr.’s regime and the 199th since democracy was restored in 1986. As per the report by the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines, a total of 196 journalists lost their lives.
Irrespective of the specific circumstances surrounding Juan’s tragic demise, his death epitomizes the ever-looming specter that has cast a pall over the journalistic community in the Philippines. It serves as a stark reminder of the precarious tightrope many journalists are forced to walk, acutely aware that their dedication to truth and transparency might inevitably endanger their lives.
The harrowing truth behind Jumalon’s untimely demise illuminates the prevailing atmosphere of fear and caution among Filipino journalists. This state of constant vigilance illustrates the sobering reality that our lives may be at risk. Despite the Philippines claiming to be a democratic and liberal nation, statistics tell a different story. A democratic state necessitates the protection of its media, an essential pillar of its democratic structure.
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