CHR asks lawmakers to think twice about restoring death penalty

Credit to Author: eestopace| Date: Fri, 28 Jun 2019 13:45:38 +0000

CHR has called on members of the 18th Congress – both incoming and returning – to reconsider their stand on restoring the death penalty in the Philippines.

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CHR probes ‘mistaken arrest’ of journalist in Mindanao

Credit to Author: kadraneda| Date: Mon, 10 Jun 2019 12:27:11 +0000

CHR probes ‘mistaken arrest’ of journalist in Mindanao

The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Monday said it is set to probe the “mistaken arrest” of a veteran community journalist in Mindanao. 

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Ex-CHR chair: Set up trust fund for proceeds of Marcos jewelry auction

Credit to Author: eestopace| Date: Fri, 31 May 2019 14:38:17 +0000

A special trust fund should be established to make sure that the proceeds from the sale of the Marcos jewelry will not be used for corruption.

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CHR calls for ‘honest, transparent’ probe of QC murder suspect’s death

Credit to Author: eestopace| Date: Fri, 31 May 2019 12:54:52 +0000

An honest and transparent investigation will uncover the truth behind the death of a suspect who was shot dead inside a police car in Quezon City.

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CHR ready for ‘frank, factual’ discussions on death penalty

Credit to Author: besguerra| Date: Sun, 19 May 2019 21:31:08 +0000

MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Sunday said it was ready to have a “frank and factual” conversation with Congress regarding the possible restoration of death penalty in the country.

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CHR urges Filipinos to vote, protect right to vote

Credit to Author: mfrialde| Date: Wed, 01 May 2019 03:41:14 +0000

MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Human Rights (CHR) on Wednesday urged Filipinos to vote in the coming May 13 polls and protect their right to vote. “Let us exercise and protect our right to vote,” the CHR said in a statement, as it added that it supports the Commission on Elections, Parish Pastoral Council […]

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Academe-led database: Over 7,000 suspects killed in 3-year drug war

Credit to Author: clopez| Date: Fri, 26 Apr 2019 21:38:13 +0000

Academe-led database: Over 7,000 suspects killed in 3-year drug war

More than 7,000 drug suspects—mostly poor, male breadwinners from Metro Manila—have been shot dead

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