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STATEMENT OF PRINCIPLES
Article 4 Statement of Principles
(excerpted from the Constitution)

Section 1 – Rizalian Principles. The principles by which the members of the Federation shall be guided in their activities are those practiced in the life of and espoused by Dr. Jose P. Rizal in his numerous writings. These shall be called “Rizalian Principles”.

Section 1.1 – Principle of Racial and Gender Equality. All people are equal in the eyes of God and law regardless of gender or color of skin.

Section 1.2 – Principle of Non-violent Social and Political Change. The pursuit of lasting, positive and progressive changes in society and in the political lives of the people can best be achieved through democratic and non-violent means.

Section 1.3 – Principle of Universal Access to Proper Education. Proper Education that is accessible to every member of society is an inherent right and a necessary tool in building and sustaining the individual lives of the members of any society.

Section 1.4 – Principle of Economic Self-sufficiency. True realization and appreciation of one’s self worth and the value of his contribution to the society in which he belongs is a result of economic self-sufficiency.

Section 1.5 – Principle of Religious Freedom and Moral Uprightness. Peace of mind and peace among people is achieved and maintained through mutual recognition and respect for each person’s intrinsic right to freedom of religion, just as keeping a high moral standard prevents conflicts among individuals and groups of individuals.

Section 1.6 – Principle of Responsible Citizenship. Each member of society shares equal responsibility in the establishment and enforcement of just laws and each is responsible in the maintenance of a just and efficient government.
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