Justice Carpio discusses the Supreme Court’s constitutional duty and power to protect and enforce rights through rule‑making and legal innovation, and underscores the role of the justices—the “gods of Padre Faura”—in responding to violations of constitutional rights.
Justice Carpio explains the constitutional role of the Armed Forces of the Philippines as the “protector of the people,” warns against policies that may erode public trust, and calls for the AFP to remain aligned with citizens’ rights and constitutional safeguards.
Justice Carpio analyzes the House’s latest attempt to amend the Constitution (“last cha-cha”), warning of risks to legislative safeguards and arguing that rule-of-law improvements—not constitutional tinkering—will better encourage investment.
Justice Carpio explains how the Philippine electoral system often results in presidents elected by a minority of voters and argues for a run‑off mechanism so that leaders reflect majority choice.
Justice Carpio explains why martial law is unnecessary and legally unwarranted for managing a public health crisis like COVID‑19, highlighting constitutional standards and existing statutory emergency powers that protect both public safety and civil liberties.
Justice Carpio explains why redefining “public utility” through ordinary law to exclude telecommunications and transportation would erode the Constitution’s foreign‑ownership limits, bypass the amendment process, and weaken Filipino control of key sectors.