Robredo calls on journalists to be the ‘voice of truth in our generation’ 1 SHARES Share it! The Vice President, who is also the opposition leader, highlighted the importance of journalism as a bastion of truth and democracy. Robredo recalled times in Philippine history when journalists played an important role during the martial law period under former dictator Ferdinand Marcos. “During martial law, when the dictatorship sought to silence the media, the brave members of your organization held the line and pushed back no matter the cost,” the lady official said. Robredo, who has been vocal against martial law, emphasized that journalists must continue the fight to speak and write about the truth.

Source: Manila Bulletin July 06, 2019 03:56 UTC