2024 Cohort B Fellow

Mariethe Joan Cobrito

Mariethe Joan Cobrito is a student from Cebu, Philippines, with a passion for the law and social justice.

Mariethe Joan Cobrito is a student from Cebu, Philippines, with a passion for the law and social justice. Inspired by her pre-university legal studies, she has developed a key interest in criminal law and human rights. With a background in debate, public speaking and volunteer work, she hopes to pursue a career as a criminal lawyer to empower marginalised communities and reform broken legal systems.

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How Historical Revisionism Has Irreparably Damaged Philippine Democracy

Capstone Project

In this op-ed, I will argue that Marcos-era historical revisionism irreparably damaged Philippine democracy, in particular our elections, the rule of law, and the protection of civil liberties. In particular, I intend to paint a comprehensive picture of not only how the Philippines was doomed from the beginning but also how this phenomenon's damaging and long-lasting effects threaten our country to future ruin.

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