The story
Likened by Ferdinand Marcos to mosquitoes because the alternative press can be an irritation, yet not too deadly, and can be swatted down with ease.
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mosquito press
Today it means: The alternative press from media, student, religious, and workers' sectors critical against Ferdinand Marcos at the time when he ordered the closure of newspapers, radio, and television networks. Full definition →