People Power Revolution – February 25, 2027

Expected People Power Revolution Deals

On People Power Revolution Day, the focus shifts from commercial deals to remembrance and civic engagement. Organizations like the National Historical Commission of the Philippines often host educational programs and exhibits, while human rights groups like Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch may highlight ongoing struggles for freedom. Local businesses and community centers might offer free workshops on civic responsibility or screen documentaries about the revolution. We encourage you to seek out local events and support organizations dedicated to preserving democratic values and historical memory.

History of People Power Revolution

Between February 22 and 25, 1986, a series of peaceful demonstrations took place in Metro Manila on a now-famous avenue called Epifanio de los Santos Avenue, popularly known as EDSA. These non-violent demonstrations happened in protest of the oppressive and tyrannical government of President Ferdinand Marcos. During his 20-year rule, he declared martial law, and poverty levels in the Philippines skyrocketed. His rule was fraught with human rights violations, electoral malpractice, and violence against members of the opposition.

The main event that sparked the demonstrations was the Philippine military’s assassination of Senator Benigno Aquino or Ninoy Aquino, as he was more commonly known. This act shocked and spurred the people into action. For three days, people from all walks of life gathered at EDSA. The mood was surprisingly festive, with concert-like activities. Priests and nuns led the people in prayer, and performers kept the people’s spirits up. During these events, the military began defecting and disobeying government orders. A military squadron sent to attack a gathering of civilians at Camp Crane disobeyed orders and landed the helicopter on the ground amidst cheers from the crowd.

Finally, on the morning of February 25, 1986, at a place called Club Filipino, the widow of the late Ninoy Aquino was sworn in as President of the Philippines. In a symbolic move, the “Bible” on which the oath of office was sworn was held by her mother-in-law, the mother of Ninoy Aquino. At midnight, Marcos and his family departed the Philippines and never returned.