<strong>De Lima overwhelmed by outpouring of support from int’l community calling for her freedom</strong>
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima welcomed the outpouring of support from various international groups and leaders who demanded for her immediate release. De Lima, who marked her 5th year in unjust detention last Feb. 24, said she is overwhelmed by the continued support from the international community. “Despite my continued political persecution, the overwhelming support […]
De Lima thanks int’l organizations for continued concern over her plight and renewed calls for her freedom
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima is grateful to international leaders and organizations who asserted their support for her by condemning her continued political persecution and calling for her immediate release on her 5th year in unjust detention. De Lima, who marked her five years in unjust incarceration last Feb. 24, said she appreciates the continued […]
De Lima dismayed over court’s denial of her motion to participate in COMELEC’s e-rally
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima expressed dismay over the rejection by the Muntinlupa City Regional Trial Court (RTC), Branch 204 of her very urgent motion seeking to allow participation in the Commission on Election’s (COMELEC) e-rally on Feb. 26. De Lima, who is seeking reelection, said disallowing her from taking part in the e-rally […]
Overwhelming support for Leni across sectors, including past gov’t officials of Ramos, Arroyo & PNoy admin, proves the high level of trust in her person and brand of leadership – De Lima
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima stressed that the waves of support from individuals and organizations from all walks of life and different political leanings for the presidential bid of Vice President Leni Robredo is a clear proof that the Filipinos have found the “One True Candidate” who deserves the highest position in the land. […]
De Lima remembers Ka Pepe’s courage, heroism on 100th Birth Anniversary
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima joined the nation in commemorating the 100th Birth Anniversary of the late Jose “Ka Pepe” Diokno today (Feb. 26), saying that his courage in defending human rights and democracy continues to live in people’s hearts. In a video message, De Lima said that the flame of hope and courage […]
De Lima on 36th anniversary of EDSA People Power Revolution: Never again, AGAIN!
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima urged Filipinos to use their voice and voting power in the May 2022 polls to resist any attempt at historical revisionism and elect leaders who will not threaten the country’s democracy. In her video message for the 36th anniversary of the People Power Revolution today (Feb. 25), De Lima […]
De Lima on 5th year in detention: I don’t regret standing up vs Duterte’s inhumane policies
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima reiterated that she does not regret her decision to stand up against the inhumane policies of the Duterte administration which has kept her in unjust detention for the past five years. In an open letter to the Filipino people published in time for her 5th year in unjust detention […]
<strong>Sharon Cuneta expresses support for De Lima, calls for her release</strong>
Megastar Sharon Cuneta expressed her solidarity with Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima who is marking her 5th year in unjust detention today (Feb. 24) During a campaign sortie in Tarlac City led by Cuneta’s husband, Vice Presidentiable and Senator Kiko Pangilinan, and in a separate video message published as part of “Leilaya: Araw ni […]
VP Robredo, Sharon Cuneta to grace online program marking De Lima’s 5th year in detention
To mark Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima’s 5th year in unjust detention tomorrow (Feb. 24), esteemed leaders and prominent artists and personalities will grace the round-the-clock online program featuring songs, poems, and messages of love and solidarity for the lawmaker. Video messages from Presidential aspirant and Vice President Leni Robredo, Sen. Frank Drilon, former […]
<strong>De Lima calls for swift investigation on attacks vs Customs employees</strong>
Opposition Senator Leila M. de Lima lamented the government’s slow response, or lack thereof, over the series of attacks targeting employees of the Bureau of Customs (BOC). De Lima, a social justice and human rights champion, extended her sympathies to the families of the victims, stressing that authorities should swiftly conduct a serious and impartial […]