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Philippine women's voice is in danger... JOIN the Hands Off Liza Maza Campaign TODAY. END political persecution and repression in the Philippines. FREE Congresswoman Liza Maza, the women's representative in the Philippines.

Philippine Congresswoman Liza Maza is a staunch advocate for women’s human rights. She was the sponsor of the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Act of 2003; co-author of the Anti-Violence in Women and Children Act. Overall, Liza has authored 18 bills and 24 resolutions…

On Feb. 24th, Philippine President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, declared Proclamation 1017: State of National Emergency and unleashed the military on all her critics, her opposition, and political dissenters. Newspapers and television stations where raided and threatened with closure. All rallies and demonstrations were banned. Warrantless arrests allowed for. Although 1017 has been lifted, the conditions remain the same. Progressive leaders, including Liza, are still subjected to political persecution.

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(212) 592 3507

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