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Martial law “a bigger danger” than con-ass

Martial law is more of a threat than a constituent assembly, said former Defense Secretary Avelino 'Nonong' Cruz Jr.

In a forum organized by the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (IBP) last week, Cruz said that “emergency rule is a bigger danger. It’s going to be drastic. A Constituent Assembly will have to go through the eye of a needle. If it’s done according to law, it’s going to be difficult."

According to IBP external vice president Rogelio Vinluan, "there is a clear and present danger that the president may try to perpetuate herself in power by hook or by crook. This is quite evident from recent developments."  

Cruz calls on the Filipino people to remain vigilant to thwart threats to the country's democracy, abs-cbnnews.com reported.



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