Convicted Philippine Journalist Ressa: We Won't Be Silenced

Maria Ressa discusses her legal battles and the broader implications for press freedom in the Philippines. She highlights the political motivations behind the attacks on her and Rappler, the role of social media in these attacks, and the erosion of press freedoms under President Duterte. Maria emphasizes the importance of fighting for rights and press freedom, especially in the context of recent legal challenges and the COVID-19 pandemic.

What does Maria Ressa identify as a tool used against her and Rappler?

• Traditional media

• Social media

• Broadcast journalism

• Print journalism

When did the attacks on journalists, according to Maria, begin?

• 2018

• 2020

• 2016

• 2010

What was one of the legal charges faced by Maria Ressa?

• Espionage

• Cyber libel

• Tax evasion

• Fraud

What change in law does Maria mention that affects libel cases?

• Statute of limitations extended from 1 to 12 years

• Introduction of a new tax on media

• Ban on foreign journalists

• Requirement for government approval of articles

What does Maria Ressa say about the current state of press freedom in the Philippines?

• It is unaffected

• It is stable

• It is improving

• It is eroding

What does the anti-terror bill allow according to Maria?

• Increased funding for media

• Arrest without warrant

• Freedom of speech

• More press conferences

What does Maria Ressa emphasize as crucial for Filipinos?

• Tourism development

• Fighting for rights

• Economic growth

• Cultural preservation