Although there were only 13 party-list organizations which won in 1998, it was still a victory. It proved that organizations and parties representing the masses can win without resorting to massive vote-buying. What should be given priority is the organization of deprived groups such as peasants, laborers, fishermen, women and others.
Business groups have easy access to politicians.
They can tap large funds in lobbying legislators and executive officials to promote and protect their economic interests. We urge the election commissioners to be faithful to our Constitution. Sundays Ambeth Ocampo Looking Back Wednesdays , Fridays Rigoberto Tiglao Outlook Wednesdays , Fridays , Michael L. Tan Pinoy Kasi Tuesdays , Thursdays Ma.