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Francisco (Ka Dodong) Nemenzo: Socialist, Patriot, Friend

Focus on the Global South deeply regrets the passing of Dr Francisco (“Dodong”) Nemenzo.Dr Nemenzo was one of the pillars of socialism and the progressive movement in Philippines. He played a central role in the revival of the left in the 1960’s.  Both outside and...

How Did I “Predict” that Trump, Despite His Repulsive Persona and Politics, Would Prevail?

Democratic Party leadership has been discredited and there's room for new progressive leaders to take the helm. By Walden Bello | November 7, 2024 Nearly a month before the November 5 elections, I anticipated that Donald Trump would win and wrote about it in a couple...

President Marcos Jr., Release James Jazmines and Felix Salaveria, Jr.!

STATEMENT ON THE ABDUCTION OF JAMES JAZMINES AND FELIX SALAVERIA JR. by Dr Walden Bello, Amnesty International Philippines’ Most Distinguished Defender of Human Rights Awardee (2023); Board Member of the ASEAN Parliamentarians of Human Rights (APHR) President Marcos...

Justice for Talaingod 18!

STATEMENT ON THE CONVICTION OF FRANCE CASTRO, SATUR OCAMPO, AND 11 OTHERS OF 'TALAINGOD 18' by Dr Walden Bello, Amnesty International Philippines’ Most Distinguished Defender of Human Rights Awardee I unequivocally condemn the decision of Davao-based RTC Branch 2 to...