Senseless puppets of the worst kind carry out these acts. How it was done shows the cowardice of the perpetrators. This frenzied violence can only be attributed to thugs working for the corrupt politicians. I condemn in the strongest possible terms this bestial policy of cold-blooded extermination of human lives. These senseless acts of crimes and attacks represent a severe massive violation of the International Human Rights.

The Ampatuans rose to power because they were allies of this administration and they became monsters. Now, the government has to declare a state of emergency in Maguindanao to stop a monster. A monster it created in the first place for convenience.

This government should make solemn resolution to ensure that those responsible for these crimes shall not escape retribution, demand exemplary punishment to the culprits and make appropriate steps to prevent recurrence of such gruesome incidents in the future.