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MANILA, Philippines – Travel restrictions imposed by the COVID-19 pandemic have forced activists to be more creative in conveying their feelings on Labor Day Friday.
Labor groups such as Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU) used an online method to push for reforms in the labor sector, according to physical distancing measures placed in areas under Enhanced Community Quarantine (ECQ) due to the coronavirus outbreak.
In a live broadcast on the KMU Facebook page, leaders of progressive groups were seen participating in programs and speeches aimed at improving working conditions in the country. During that live Facebook, the groups also led the burning of an effigy.
As of now, the video has 57,000 views and over 2,600 reactions.
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Previously, the groups reported several arrests that occurred only on Labor Day, as the police alleged that several activists were protesting while conducting relief operations in Quezon City and Marikina.
While left-wing groups insisted that activists did not commit any crimes, Under Secretary of the Interior Jonathan Malaya clarified that the arrests were not an affront to the political beliefs of the people, but were based on violations of the regulations of quarantine.
JPV
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