#junkterrorbill

“We urge the rejection of the ‘Anti-Terror Bill’ to protect the fundamental right of Filipinos to freedom of speech.”

“We urge the rejection of the ‘Anti-Terror Bill’ or Senate Bill No. 1083 as it violates Article XI of the 1987 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines.
Section 1 states that: ‘Public office is a public trust. Public officers and employees must, at all times, be accountable to the people, serve them with utmost responsibility, integrity, loyalty, and efficiency; act with patriotism and justice, and lead modest lives.’
To act with patriotism and justice, you must first accept the criticisms the people give to you; we ask for a competent government that listens to the needs of the people.”

“We call for the rejection of Senate Bill No. 1083, or the Anti-Terror Bill, for its overbroad definition of what terrorism is, and for violating the 1987 Philippine Constitution.
Article XIII - Social Justice and Basic Human Rights, Section 1 states, ‘The Congress shall give highest priority to the enactment of measures that protect and enhance the right of all the people to human dignity, reduce social, economic, and political inequalities, and remove cultural inequities by equitably diffusing wealth and political power for the common good.’
Using political power to silence those who voice out their issues and concerns is not using it for the common good, it’s exploitation of the power entrusted to them. The bill’s vague definition of what terrorism means could easily be misinterpreted and used to suit their own agenda.”

“We call for the rejection of Senate Bill No. 1083, or the Anti-Terror Bill, for its overbroad definition of what terrorism is, and for violating the 1987 Philippine Constitution.
It is unfair and inhumane to silence dissent of the government as we possess the human right to freedom of speech. Dissent is necessary for progress and silencing those who reach out only sets us back.”

“We are reaching out via email to urge the rejection of Senate Bill No. 1083. It denies us of our freedom of speech, and so hinders our country and government from progressing.”

“We urge you to junk Senate Bill No. 1083. The Constitution states in Article III, Section 4 that, ‘No law shall be passed abridging the freedom of speech or expression among others.’
This bill can be weaponized to violate this section due to its over broad definition of terrorism, it is unconstitutional and thus must be rejected.”

“We request for the rejection of the Anti-Terrorism Bill. This denies the people of their right to freedom of speech, and thus infraction of the 1987 Philippine Constitution.
The job of a government is to protect and serve the people, not to abuse their power and silence them. The bill is too vague and it could be potentially misinterpreted, and even biased.”

“We need action to be taken against Senate Bill No. 1083, which denies Filipinos of their basic human right to freedom of speech. The passing of this bill would mean merely criticizing or sharing anything speaking against the government could be considered “terrorism” which is far from the meaning of the term, it’s vagueness could lead to conflict or abuse caused by misunderstanding of those in power.
Activism is not, and will never be terrorism and if their definition stands, the EDSA Revolutions would have been considered terrorism. This bill also takes away attention from actual acts of terrorism, such as acts intended to cause death or serious harm to civilians.”

“We are writing this email concerning Senate Bill No. 1083, or the Anti-terrorism bill.
This bill violates Article XIII, Article III, (Section 4) of the 1987 Constitution of the Philippines. Aside from taking away our right to free speech, this bill’s definition of what “terrorism” means is too vague, and it could easily be misinterpreted by those in position of power, and used for their own benefit and political agenda.
The people should be allowed to voice out their concerns and criticisms to the government without having to worry about being detained or arrested.
We urge you to review Senate Bill No. 1083, as it breaches the 1987 Constitution of the Philippines.”

“We urge the review and rejection of the Anti-Terrorism Bill, as it violates human rights and the 1987 Philippine Constitution.
 According to the definition of terrorism in the Anti-Terrorism Bill, speaking out and raising awareness to current events and criticizing the government for their actions could get an individual tagged or detained, therefore violating ARTICLE III - Bill of Rights, Section 18 (1) which states that, 'No person shall be detained solely by reason of his political beliefs and aspirations.'"


"We are calling for the review and rejection of Senate Bill No. 1083,
Due to it's over broad definitions, the bill is easy to twist and misinterpret by those in power, and for breaching the Philippine Constitution.
 ARTICLE X - Accountability of Public Officers, Section 2 which states, 'The President, the Vice-President, the Members of the Supreme Court, the Members of the Constitutional Commissions, and the Ombudsman may be removed from office, on impeachment for, and conviction of, culpable violation of the Constitution, treason, bribery, graft and corruption, other high crimes, or betrayal of public trust. All other public officers and employees may be removed from office as provided by law, but not by impeachment.'"