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Uli Schmetzer`s report ”Thrilla in Manila, Round 2” has put to light the forthcoming national elections in the Philippines. The number of candidates for the presidency reflects the strength and the extent to which Philippine democracy has recovered under the six-year administration of President Corazon Aquino.

The May 11 election is crucial to the Filipino people. It is their one chance or challenge to strengthen further its democratic institutions. Under challenge, Filipinos could always be counted upon to make the best decisions for themselves.