CLEAN : Duterte-critic journalist Maria Ressa pleads not guilty in Philippine tax case

The transcript discusses the speaker's plea of not guilty and the political motivations behind the charges. It emphasizes the importance of resilience and holding the line against intimidation. The speaker highlights the role of journalists in holding power accountable and calls for unity to protect Philippine democracy in the coming months.

What does the speaker express concern about in the first section?

• Food shortage

• COVID

• Traffic

• The weather

What does the speaker believe the charges against them are intended to do?

• Promote them

• Harass and intimidate them

• Support them

• Encourage them

According to the speaker, what is the best response to politically motivated charges?

• Negotiate

• Ignore them

• Keep reporting

• Stop reporting

What does the speaker emphasize as crucial in the upcoming months?

• Economic growth

• Environmental conservation

• Philippine democracy

• Technological advancement

What does the speaker appeal for in the face of consolidating power?

• Isolation

• Division

• Unity

• Silence