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Philippines court convicts top journalist — what comes next?

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Philippines court convicts top journalist — what comes next?

Ever since Rodrigo Duterte was elected president of the Philippines in 2016, journalists have warned that his open disdain for the media would put press freedom in the country at risk. Those fears were underscored this week when the authorities found Maria Ressa, an internationally-renowned journalist, guilty of libel under the country's cybercrimes law. What does this mean for press freedom in the Philippines?

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“I am a cautionary tale for journalists": Maria Ressa on her legal battle

“I am a cautionary tale for journalists": Maria Ressa on her legal battle

As Filipina journalist Maria Ressa, CEO of the online news agency Rappler, faces charges that could potentially lead to 100 years in prison, she talks with Ian Bremmer about the case that has made her a global advocate for press freedom. President Rodrigo Duterte of the Philippines targeted her and Rappler as he manages the nation under "the 3C's: corrupt, coerce, co-opt," she says.

Journalism on trial in the Philippines: interview with Maria Ressa

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Journalism on trial in the Philippines: interview with Maria Ressa

Ian Bremmer talks to embattled Filipina journalist Maria Ressa, CEO of the online news agency Rappler. Ressa and her team have been involved in a years-long legal battle that challenges press freedoms and free speech in the Philippines, as President Rodrigo Duterte continues to assert authoritarian control in his nation.