Jose Maria Sison: reflections on revolution and prospects. Interviews by Rainer Werning (original) (raw)

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The book "Reflections on Revolution and Prospects" features interviews with Jose Maria Sison, detailing his views on the political landscape in the Philippines, the evolution of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP), and the influence of various administrations on the revolutionary movement. Sison critiques the post-Marcos regimes as pseudo-democratic, highlighting their continued alignment with US neoliberal policies. An intriguing shift occurs in Sison's perspective on the Duterte administration, where he unexpectedly praises Duterte's actions that align with CPP ideals, raising questions about the authenticity and reliability of his insights given his historical criticisms.