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A. Write a reaction paper based from the news by PhilStar Global about Human Rights under President Rodrigo Duterte so far.

Human Rights under Duterte so far: 'Killings, threats and a terror law'

Karapatan Secretary-General Cristina Palabay said: "Indeed, it's high time that we say no more to this type of governance. It is high time for Duterte's rule to end. It is high time that we make him accountable for the crimes he and his minions have committed against Filipino people." Duterte is set to step down from office in June 2022 although he has repeatedly floated the idea of running for vice president. At a meeting this month of the administration PDP-Laban party, he said he will run for vice president to protect himself from suits.

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A reaction paper based from the news by PhilStar Global about Human Rights under President Duterte

In the news article by PhilStar Global about Human Rights under President Duterte, the author paints a clumsy situation in the Philippines. The key points revolve on how President Duterte has violated human rights during his reign. The article points out how the war on drugs targets the poor, leaving the rich to continue with the drug business. I believe it is the lack of convictions of the top drug dealers that makes the war on drugs to be seen as one full of malice. Domestic investigation should be strengthened to build confidence among locals. The paper portrays President Duterte as a dictator who does not want to leave office. I think that the paper talks a lot on the negative side and fails to recognize any positive things done by Duterte.

The news article shows how opposition figures and media have too been on the receiving end of Duterte’s violation of human rights. Media plays a vital role of informing people. Truth should be said even if it goes against the administration. By focusing on oppression of media and opposition, the article strengthens its message of human rights violations of President Duterte. Arrests amidst a pandemic just go on to show how the government has failed to do the right thing. I think the news article is a strong article that points out a number of incidences that show violation of human rights by President Duterte administration.