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Witnessing the Grim Realities of the Drug War
The chapter explores a writer's shift in perspective after witnessing the brutal aftermath of violence during the drug war in the Philippines, leading them to reflect on the accuracy of their previously criticized dramatic language. It details the extrajudicial killings linked to a political leader's anti-drug campaign, showcasing the dehumanizing rhetoric that justified the deaths and the challenges faced by journalists covering the ongoing violence.