Here, in the Philippines, politics is something you can get killed over.
A woman went to file for her husband's name to be on a ballot, and she and at least 19 other women were raped and murdered.
I know I should describe it more, tell you more details, explain more about these events, but I can't. There are tears in my eyes. A rush of adrenaline in my veins. A streak of fear turning my blood to ice. I want to do something. I want to not be afraid. I want to convince myself that I am safe….But I can't even find the words to feel solace. I am shaken to my core.
Please read this article in the Philippine Star for more information.
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