MANILA, Philippines — The National Union of Journalists of the Philippines (NUJP) has reminded journalists to be more sensitive and respectful when they ask questions, especially about red-tagging. NUJP said on Tuesday that they understood that sometimes reporters need to press hard questions. However, the group stressed that this should be done in a way that does not “add credence” to red-tagging allegations. “The NUJP recognizes the right of media colleagues to ask the hard questions when covering sensitive issues such as red-tagging. However, netizens were outraged on Monday after reports came in that police officers tried to get personal information from the community pantry organizers.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer April 21, 2021 13:18 UTC