for the editor

The Editor:



I believe that the cooperation of the civilian populace is very important in order for the AFP and PNP to effectively conduct their operations against all kinds of lawless elements.

Like what happened in Negros . The people cooperated with our law-enforcers to ensure the successful capture of the NPA members responsible for the recent attrocities in the province.

The support of the Negrenses will help clear the misconception that people are protecting the NPAs. There are still some who are fully aware of what is going on around them. They understand that they are part of the government’s campaign in defending our national security.

The effort I hope, will pave the way for a stronger and more improved relationship between the people, the government and the law-enforcers. I hope that this will serve as a great example to others who continue to align themselves with the terrorists, communists and other lawless organizations. They must wake up to reality that these people are only using them for their own benefit.

I guess this is the perfect time to renew the spirit of oneness among Filipinos. All of us should be united and we must never encourage the NPA and other enemies of the state to use civilians for their security. The people on the other hand should stand firm and fight, if need be, for their own safety.

Let us always remember, “walang manggagamit, kung walang magpapagamit..”


Leo David
Iloilo City