Days before the 32nd anniversary of EDSA People Power 1, Sen. Bam Aquino called on the Filipino people to harness the spirit of People Power by speaking out against bashers, online misinformation, government controversies and issues of national interest.

“Kung dati, tangke ang karahap natin sa EDSA, ang kalaban natin ngayon ay mga nagpapakalat ng pekeng balita at trolls sa social media,” Sen. Bam said in a television interview.

The lawmaker said the Filipino people must harness the spirit of People Power by speaking out against cyberbullies and online misinformation, while engaging in discussion about government controversies and issues of national interest.

“Kailangan natin mahanap ang ating boses. Magsalita tayo at makilahok tayo sa mga nangyayari sa ating bayan, lalo na kapag may nakikita tayong mali,” said Sen. Bam.

Sen. Bam stressed that today’s battle is different from the one won thirty-two years ago, but we are still fighting for the same ideals.

“Ipagdiwang natin ang EDSA at alalahanin ang mga ipinaglaban noon – wakasan ang korupsyon, patibayin ang malayang media, at itaguyod ang karapatan ng mga Pilipino,” Sen. Bam said.

 “Beyond politics, beyond political colors, beyond political parties, EDSA People Power is about fighting dictatorship and the restoration of democracy in our country,” added Sen. Bam.

Through this peaceful revolution, Sen. Bam said the world caught a glimpse of the best version of the Filipino.

 “Let’s celebrate People Power this year by being the best, most courageous and most compassionate versions of ourselves,” said Sen. Bam.