21/09/2026
Today, we remember a difficult chapter in Philippine history.
Martial Law was more than a date in our history books. Behind the events, policies, and decisions of that period were real people whose lives were changed in ways that continue to be remembered by their families and communities.
For many Filipinos, it was a time marked by fear, uncertainty, restrictions on freedoms, and human rights violations. For others, it was a period they experienced through the stories of parents, grandparents, friends, and loved ones. These experiences form an important part of our collective history and deserve to be heard, remembered, and understood.
Remembering Martial Law is not about living in the past. It is about acknowledging what happened, listening to different experiences, and learning from the consequences of history. We may not have personally witnessed those years, but we have the responsibility to understand them and to preserve the stories of those who did.
History should not be remembered selectively. It should be remembered honestly with courage, with understanding, and with respect for those whose lives were shaped by it.
May we continue to learn from the past, value our freedoms and rights, and ensure that the lessons of history are never lost.
