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Philippines People Power Revolution

In February 1986, Filipinos took to the streets to overthrow President Ferdinand Marcos. His corrupt and brutal regime had ruled the Philippines for 20 years,

In February 1986, hundreds of thousands of Filipinos took to the streets to overthrow President Ferdinand Marcos. His corrupt and brutal regime had ruled the Philippines for 20 years, After four days, President Marcos and his wife Imelda, were forced to flee. We hear from acclaimed Filipino writer, Jose Dalisay, who was one of those who took part in the People Power revolution.

(Photo: Anti-Marcos demonstrators in Manila)

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Wed 24 Feb 2016 08:50GMT

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  • Wed 24 Feb 2016 08:50GMT

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