mosquito press

English

Etymology

Likened by Ferdinand Marcos to mosquitoes because the alternative press can be an irritation, yet not too deadly, and can be swatted down with ease.

Noun

mosquito press

  1. (Philippines, historical) The alternative press from media, student, religious, and workers' sectors critical against Ferdinand Marcos at the time when he ordered the closure of newspapers, radio, and television networks.
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