CMFR Staff, Author at CMFR

Commentary warns: journalists face an uncertain future

CHEERS TO Philstar.com for its commentary on the state of mind of many journalists as another Marcos prepares to preside over the nation. But the piece did more than... Read more

Rappler challenges Duterte “real change” narrative

CHEERS TO Rappler’s critical review of the Duterte administration. Senior reporter Pia Ranada assessed its six-year performance, recalling the president’s key promises, and challenging the government’s narrative that it... Read more

This Week in Media (June 13 to 17, 2022)

THE CEREMONIES involved in the transition to a new administration are the least of ordinary Filipinos’ concerns. The struggle to make ends meet becomes more and more taxing week... Read more

Media issue comprehensive reports on mass arrest over Tarlac land dispute

CHEERS TO the media organizations that issued detailed reports on the June 9 mass arrest of farmers, land reform advocates and journalists in Hacienda Tinang, Concepcion, Tarlac. Reports from... Read more

Accrediting vloggers: Free press advocates question intent

THE PLAN to accredit vloggers (video-bloggers) has doubled concerns over the incoming administration’s regard for press freedom. Read more

More media attention needed on water contamination in Batangas

JEERS TO the lack of sustained media attention to, and scientific explanation for the harmful substances found in the groundwater in eight towns and one city in Batangas. Media... Read more

This Week in Media (June 6 to 10, 2022)

Health, economic, environmental concerns dominate the news Read more

Government raids highlight call center workers’ woes

BECAUSE OF COMPLAINTS of harassment, government “raids” on call centers were suspended on May 31, 2022. The Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) had earlier formed a team to enforce... Read more

Inquirer.net report warns public re “rubber stamp” Senate

CHEERS TO Inquirer.net for calling attention to the weakened opposition in the 19th Congress. The in-depth report pointed out the risks of a Senate that’s subservient to the President.... Read more

GMA News recalls PCGG role now that another Marcos is in power

CHEERS TO the Need to Know episode of GMA News and Public Affairs Digital, which reminded the citizenry what the role of the Presidential Commission on Good Government (PCGG)... Read more