Campus Protests Erupt Over Proposed Honorary Law Degree for Philippine President Marcos

Marcos’ contributions merit honorary PLM law degree, says Palace

MANILA, Philippines — Palace press officer Claire Castro on Monday pushed back against critics of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s honorary Doctor of Laws degree from Pamantasan ng Lungsod ng Maynila (PLM), saying he deserved the recognition for his contributions to the country. The statement came after the conferment drew flak from students, professors, and Kabataan Party-list

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