Martial law

Sorry, I don't know enough about current politics in the Philippines to give you a good answer.

Martial law in the Philippines was declared by former President Ferdinand Marcos on September 21, 1972 and lasted for nine years until 1981. During this time, Marcos had absolute power and control over the government, media and military. Many human rights violations were committed during this period, including arrests, torture, disappearances, and extrajudicial executions of political opponents and activists.

As the aftermath of martial law spread throughout the Philippines, the economy and society took a huge hit. It was not until 1986 that a popular uprising, now known as the People Power Revolution, led to the ousting of Marcos and the restoration of democracy in the country.

The legacy of martial law in the Philippines remains a controversial issue, with some seeing it as a necessary measure to maintain order and stability, while others see it as a dark period in Philippine history marked by repression and abuse of power. .