Sunday, June 26, 2005 (Philippines)

A march in Quezon City last Friday shows what President Arroyo’s more militant critics are out to do. Wait for her July 25 speech to Congress, an aide advises. (Afp photo) She may be persona non grata in Cebu, but it appears she’s not alone in her doubts. Bayan Muna-Cebu is behind Rep. Clavel Asas-Martinez (Cebu, 4th district) in seeking the truth about the results of last year’s elections in the province. "We are supporting Rep. Martinez in her call to seek the truth (about the results of last year’s elections), not only in the national level but down to the lowest position,” Bayan Muna secretary general Arman Perez said yesterday of the group’s official stand. [full story]