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The STAR / Michael Varcas

 

MANILA, Philippines — Candidates and their supporters should not be using women as tools to court votes, the Integrated Bar of the Philippines said Thursday as the campaign seasons enters its last few weeks.

 

It said campaigns and the public should instead to uphold women's rights and protect them from gender-based violence.

 

In a statement, the national organization of lawyers said it "takes notice of the disturbing pattern of sexism, misogyny and violence in the conduct of the current elections campaign."

 

Full Story: https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2022/04/14/2174542/ibp-reminds-bets-supporters-womens-bodies-sexuality-not-use-campaign-gimmicks

 

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