Erosion of moral authorityTo most Filipinos, the Supreme Court is like the rock of ages in the faith of their fathers. In ethical studies and moral philosophy, moral authority denotes the quality of being respected as a source of guidance or an exemplar of proper conduct. In the case of the Supreme Court, moral authority denotes its power to compel obedience to its rulings and interpretation of the Constitution, and to command public support. Moral authority is authority premised on principles. Aquino started the erosionThe court’s moral authority has clearly been eroded during CJ Sereno‘s controversial leadership of the court.

Source: Manila Times March 05, 2018 16:30 UTC