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Philippines Church sway on the wane amid scandals and politics
The article discusses how church influence in the Philippines waned under successive administrations from Marcos to Aquino. It notes Gloria Macapagal Arroyo’s attempts to placate the church by opposing the death penalty and regulating contraception, then describes corruption scandals and the rise of Aquino. It cites experts like John J. Carroll on eroding moral authority and quotes a street vendor on changing attitudes toward church authority.
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Gloria Macapagal Arroyo
Congress
Arroyo
Aquino
Philippines
Sin
John J. Carroll