CORRUPTION AND ASSASSINATIONS: The Dark Side of Philippine Politics
The Philippines is experiencing protests against government corruption as citizens demand accountability for embezzled flood control project funds and the resulting ineffective infrastructure during typhoon season.
• Politicians and contractors inflate project costs and pocket the difference
• Barangay captains (neighborhood officials) often neglect their responsibilities
• Political assassinations occur regularly, particularly against contractors
• The country has towns known for "killers for hire" who carry out contract killings
• Recent contractor killings may be attempts to silence…
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