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Kiko Pangilinan to Malacanang: Can you hear us now?
Press ReleaseJune 10, 2009 Independent senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan joins the public in their collective indignation over HR 1109. “We support the call for peaceful demonstrations as a valid exercise of our Constitutional right to peaceful assembly, and encourage all peace and democracy loving Filipinos to participate,” Pangilinan says. Pangilinan laments the series

Chacha makes Bantay Korte Suprema advocacy crucial
Press ReleaseJune 5, 2009 With the passage of the Chacha bill in Congress, it is now expected to pass through Supreme Court, where President Arroyo has currently appointed 13 of 15 SC justices. “Chacha has made our work crucial,” says Independent senator Francis ‘Kiko’ Pangilinan, who is a part of Bantay Korte

Kiko Pangilinan to Malacanang: System is flawed; recall Manalili’s clemency
Kiko Pangilinan to Malacanang: System is flawed; recall Manalili’s clemencyPress ReleaseJune 4, 2009 Independent Senator Francis ‘Kiko’ Pangilinan is displeased with the Board of Pardons’ testimony on a Senate Hearing regarding the granting of clemency to Roberto Manalili, convicted mastermind in the murder of Ana Lourdes Castanos and Ernesto Bernabe

Watchdogs push for transparency in choosing SC judges
By: Purple S. Romeroabs-cbnNEWS.comJune 6, 2009 MANILA – With the Supreme Court likely to have the last say on whether a recent legislators’ initiative to change the constitution is legal, judiciary watchdogs stressed Friday that the body that screens appointments to the High Court should ensure that nominees are independent.The Supreme

Objections on charter change start anew
The PhilSouth AngleJune 6, 2009 Young peace advocates join the march for a smoke-free Zamboanga City. PHOTO COURTESY OF PEACE ADVOCATES ZAMBOANGA ILIGAN CITY, Philippines/06 June 2009–With the decision of the lower house in Congress in passing House Resolution No. 1109 seeking change in the Philippine Constitution, reactions expressing objection

Rock musicians go out and register
By: Abigail KwokInquirer.netJune 4, 2009MANILA, Philippines—Less than a year before the May 2010 polls, rock musicians have taken the first step to encourage the youth to participate in the national elections. Musicians including Chito Miranda of Parokya ni Edgar, Kamikazee vocalist Jay Contreras, and singer Luke Mejares registered for the 2010

Register and Vote Campaign via Rock the Vote concert
BoholNewsDaily May 31, 2009 After the successful launch of the Register and Vote campaign via Rock the Vote concert in several areas, the RV bus follows through its advocacy by providing assistance in registering youths nationwide. As part of the RV advocacy, transportation and other assistance that registrants need will be provided,”

Kiko Pangilinan criticizes Lakas-Lampi merger, says ‘it’s more of the same’
Kiko Pangilinan criticizes Lakas-Lampi merger, says ‘it’s more of the same’Press ReleaseMay 28, 2009 “Based on its record, the administration will be hard-pressed to convince the voters that it deserves six more years,” says independent senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan. “They represent more of the same, and more of the same

Kiko Pangilinan lauds Philippine Consulate’s effort to make Absentee Voters’ registration easier
Kiko Pangilinan lauds Philippine Consulate’s effort to make Absentee Voters’ registration easier Press ReleaseMay 27, 2009Independent senator Francis “Kiko” Pangilinan lauds the Philippine consulate in Los Angeles for their effort in putting up a satellite registration office in Las Vegas. “We are pleased that our people abroad are coming up with ways