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By Kristine L. Alave
Philippine Daily Inquirer

Filed Under: Media killings, Politics, government

MANILA, Philippines—WHEN WILL the killings finally end?

The Freedom Fund for Filipino Journalists Inc. (FFFJ), a national network of press-oriented organizations, asked the question of President Aquino yesterday as they expressed alarm over the unabated killing of Filipino journalists.

In an open letter to Aquino, FFFJ and other members of the media appealed an end to the culture of impunity that has led to the murder of journalists in the country.

“Those of us who have championed the cause of slain journalists are alarmed. There are today more assassins and masterminds who have so far escaped punishment than the few who have been tried and convicted,” the letter said.

“For so long as this impunity reigns, all Filipinos, not only journalists and media workers, but ordinary citizens as well will continue to be at risk,” it added.

As the country marks a period of reflection during Holy Week, FFFJ said Mr. Aquino should take time to also contemplate what needs to be done to end the media killings.

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