The violent clash between policemen and protesters in Kidapawan City on April 1 showed detestable weaknesses in governance at both the local and national levels on one hand and the uncalled for aggressiveness of militants on the other.

It showed as well the quick reactionary response by politicians and some media men to condemn and pass around unverified information to score political points and be counted in social media hashtags.

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