In the wake of Benigno Aquino’s assassination, La Sallites mobilized to harness their political power, rallying for reform and justice against the Marcos dictatorship.
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Author: Dolly Dy
The assassination of former Senator Benigno “Ninoy” Aquino, Jr. while under government protection ignited rebellious emotions among a vast number of Filipino people. The Aquino funeral procession was held last August 31, 1983, roadblocks were set up to let the funeral procession pass by, and an estimated two million people attended the affair. Metro…