The Human and Peoples' Rights Declaration of the Philippines

My reaction to this is that, in spite of disparate languages, philosophies, and worldviews, the
Philippines respects human life and dignity. Their long history of revolutionary battles for equality,
justice, and independence has made them a proud country. Asserting that these rights are
fundamental, inherent, and unalienable and that they are necessary for achieving civil, political,
economic, social, cultural, and environmental needs, they place a high priority on human and
people's rights.

The state has an obligation to protect people's inherent rights to life and liberty while also
showing regard for their dignity. It must create laws and policies that uphold the highest
standards of living, address social, economic, political, cultural, ethnic, and gender inequality, and
comply with global human rights norms. The state must protect nondiscrimination, ensure that
cultural traditions do not excuse aggression, abuse, neglect, or the denial of human and people's
rights, and respect and foster harmony among individuals, communities, and peoples.

All people have a right to life; liberty, security, and property are among our rights. We have a right
to an open, trustworthy, capable, and unbiased legal system that is free from influence and
corruption, where injustices are righted and justice is served in a timely, fair, and equitable
manner. Equal access to the legal system and sufficient legal support are essential. In the eyes of
the law, everyone must be treated equally, regardless of their social, political, or economic
standing.