Church leaders in the Philippines call for unity to honor Edsa Revolution spirit

On the 39th anniversary of the Edsa People Power Revolution, 163 church leaders in the Philippines urged citizens to uphold the revolution's spirit. They emphasized the need to resist oppression and advocate for justice in a joint statement. The leaders highlighted that the 1986 uprising was a moral and spiritual awakening, not just a political event. They warned against silence amid ongoing injustices, noting the return of the same powerful family that was ousted in 1986. They called for vigilance against historical revisionism and disinformation, stressing the importance of educating communities about injustice. The leaders encouraged collective action to build a just and peaceful nation.