In a world overflowing with information, it’s easy for crucial parts of our history to be forgotten, simplified, or drowned out by noise. Stories of corruption, repression, and resistance in the Philippines are often summarized in textbooks or reduced to political talking points — yet behind these events are real people, real sacrifices, and real consequences that continue to shape our society today. This blog exists because those stories deserve more than passing attention; they deserve space, context, and thoughtful reflection.
- Because corruption is not just a past problem — it’s a living system
Understanding corruption in the Philippines isn’t simply about revisiting old scandals. It’s about recognizing the patterns that allow abuse of power to flourish again and again. By exploring historical moments — like the nationwide crackdown under martial law or the struggles of exiles who fought from abroad — we gain insight into the mechanisms that enable corruption to survive: fear, misinformation, weakened institutions, and silence.
This blog aims to break that silence.
- Because many of the bravest voices were forced far from home
One of the most overlooked chapters of our history is the role of Filipinos who resisted corruption and dictatorship from outside the Philippines. Their stories show that the fight for freedom is not always fought in the streets; sometimes it unfolds in foreign cities, in letters smuggled across borders, in testimonies before international bodies, or in quiet acts of courage hidden from the public eye.
These narratives matter — not just as history, but as a reminder that resistance has many faces.
- Because remembering strengthens democracy
Forgetting the past weakens our ability to confront the present. When we lose the stories of how corruption took hold, how rights were violated, or how dissenters were silenced, we become vulnerable to the same tactics being repeated. This blog is committed to preserving those memories and making them accessible, so we can better recognize warning signs in our own time.
Democracy survives not only through elections, but through collective memory.
- Because future generations deserve the truth
As new generations grow up farther removed from the events of martial law or major corruption scandals, their understanding depends on what we pass on. This blog is part of that effort — not to dictate a narrative, but to preserve facts, highlight lived experiences, and encourage critical thinking.
A society that understands its past is harder to manipulate.
- Because the fight against corruption is not over
The issues explored here are not chapters closed by history. They echo in today’s headlines, institutions, and political debates. By revisiting the stories of those who spoke out, suffered, or escaped in earlier decades, we gain clarity about the challenges we still face — and inspiration from those who persevered despite overwhelming odds.
This blog isn’t just a platform; it’s a reminder that vigilance is a civic duty.