Important happenings in September 21.

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 The Phillipines under martial law of Marcos 

  On this day September 21 Ferdinand Marcos Declares Proclamation 1081 or Military Law (Martial Law ) way back year 1972.Which means wherein the Philippine head of state (such as the President) places an area under the control of the Armed Forces of the Philippines and its predecessor bodies. But it was public and the declaration was witnessed two days after it was concluded. After the proclamation was released, Marcos opponents immediately arrested politicians, and demonstrators. Television stations, radio stations and newspapers are closed. Security is tight and enforced curfew throughout the archipelago.  

What is the cause of martial law in the Philippines? 

-Because people did not recognize the work of former president Marcos. That is why, Marcos implemented Martial law under the Military control.

   

 What is the effect of Martial law ?

The effect of the Martial Law has become more disciplined and people are more afraid of the government, but even so, people are more angry with Ferdinand Marcos. All the military controls everything. They will take you when you do not obey. As a result, the military dhl was abusive.They control everything. They will bring you no reason. Its good effects are building such as bridges, buildings, bridges, and so on. The harvest of rice has risen, The more beautiful and the quiet life, the better our relationships with different countries. The imposition of martial law made life difficult for many filipinos but worst of all the rich became richer and the poor became poorer

   Advantages 

•  the gross national product increased from P 55 billion in 1972 to P 193 billion when the 1980 came.
•  The number of tourists increased, from a total of 200 000 to one million, which has contributed to the development of our economy.
•  Eradicate criminality 
•  Remove corrupt official 

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Disadvantages

•  death of democracy ,the declaration had made people be mute for a moment. there's no freedom of the press the rights of the people to speak and share their opinion in that current situation was totally denied and deprived controlling the people around them stronger military power   
•  Increases police power 
•   A risk for a Political crisis 
•  Human rights abuse 
•  Economic collapse 

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What is in "New Society"

Marcos wanted to change society through the Military Law. He changed society because he was afraid of the Filipinos. The health and hygiene situation has changed dramatically - the waste of the roads and the surrounding areas have become clean and well kept by people. Lessons forbidden especially in the main city of Manila. There was peace and tranquility in schools where there were times of violence and violence.

 Government reform programs are included in the word "PLEDGES" which means: P-eace and Order (Peace and order); Land Reform; Economic Development; Development of moral values; Governance Reforms; Educational Reforms (Changes in the Education System); Social Services .

Changes in  Government and Constitution

 there has been a major change in government since the proclamation of the Martial Law. The Congress that makes and outsourcing laws has been abolished. The senators and representatives have been removed from duty. Under the Military Act, the President had the legislative power. He made Presidential Decrees, General Orders and Letter of Instruction. These will govern the Government and all civilian powers. The Presidential Order is valid and forceful as the laws issued by the former Congress.

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On this day also,   current President Rodrigo Roa Duterte declared "Natioanal Day of Protest" not a holiday   which will allow any Filipino citizens to demonstrate mass protests all throughout the country. because of having meager salary.
The President also reminded the communists not to commit crimes and violent acts when they stage protests. “The red army, come down here, I will not arrest you. I will not arrest you but for the life of me, I am asking you. Do not commit crimes. No vandalism. No any [hostile acts] because the police and the army would just stay in the barracks,” he said. Ahead of the 45th anniversary of martial law, Duterte on September 9 indicated his plan to declare a same autocrat rule all throughout the country, if the communist rebels create “destruction and trouble” on the streets when they hold demonstrations.

Do we still remember the history of Philippines ? 

probably not because  our attention now  focuses only on whats new not on the old one .

                "We are not maker of History . We are made by history"

                      -Martin Luther King Jr.