Honor and excellence in the age of disinformation

This opinion piece by Justice Antonio T. Carpio, published on Rappler, discusses legal and diplomatic approaches to counter China’s actions in the West Philippine Sea, focusing on the Philippines’ reliance on international law and collective action.

Justice Antonio Carpio addressed the Pi Gamma Mu International Honor Society on May 27, 2022, emphasizing honor and excellence in combating disinformation and defending democracy. He emphasizes critical thinking, combating fake news, and defending the truth to preserve democratic values. Carpio also underscores the role of academic institutions and civic organizations in fostering a culture of integrity and informed decision-making. This address was published by Rappler.

Key points include:

  • Combating fake news through critical thinking and informed discourse.
  • Preserving democratic values by defending the truth.
  • Empowering academic institutions and civic groups to promote integrity.
  • The importance of collective action to safeguard against manipulation and uphold justice.

Doing what is right and telling the truth is all about honor. Doing your best is all about excellence. That is what honor and excellence means.

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