Edsa at 40: Remulla says ‘maximum tolerance’ for rallies with no permits

24 Feb, 10:37 — 24 Feb, 18:00

Why this matters

The Edsa People Power Revolution is a pivotal event in Philippine history, marking the non-violent overthrow of the Marcos Sr. dictatorship. The upcoming 40th anniversary brings renewed attention to civil liberties, protest rights, and the historical context of dissent, especially given the current political climate and the return of a Marcos to the presidency.

Key entitiesJonvic Remulla Edsa People Power UP Diliman Marcos Sr.First Quarter Storm Diliman Commune

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What sources agree on

The 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution is approaching.

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Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla said the police will exercise 'maximum tolerance' for rallies without permits.

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The 40th anniversary of the Edsa People Power is approaching.

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Universities like UP became hotbeds of dissent during the Marcos Sr. era.

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Student activism surged with protests, like the First Quarter Storm and the Diliman Commune.

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Where they diverge

The primary focus of coverage regarding the Edsa anniversary.

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Focuses on current government policy and statements regarding protest rights.

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Focuses on the historical role of student activism and universities in the lead-up to the People Power Revolution.

Coverage gaps

Interior Secretary Jonvic Remulla's statement on police exercising 'maximum tolerance' for rallies without permits.

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The historical role of universities like UP Diliman as hotbeds of dissent and specific protests like the First Quarter Storm and Diliman Commune.

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RapplerMostly Factual50d ago

People Power at 40: UP Diliman and the role of student activism

Universities like UP became hotbeds of dissent during the Marcos Sr. era as student activism surged with protests, like the First Quarter Storm and the Diliman Commune

By Rappler.com, Gelo Gonzales

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inquirerMostly Factual49d ago