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What was the name of the campaign for reform in the Philippines?
What was the name of the campaign for reform in the Philippines?
Propaganda Movement
What was the name given to Filipinos educated in European universities?
What was the name given to Filipinos educated in European universities?
What was the primary aim of the Propaganda Movement?
What was the primary aim of the Propaganda Movement?
To achieve reforms and improve the lives of Filipinos under Spanish rule.
The lower-class Filipinos expressed their hatred of Spanish oppression through peaceful protests.
The lower-class Filipinos expressed their hatred of Spanish oppression through peaceful protests.
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What did the liberal nationalists use to express their despair?
What did the liberal nationalists use to express their despair?
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The Propaganda Movement achieved its goal of achieving reforms in the Philippines.
The Propaganda Movement achieved its goal of achieving reforms in the Philippines.
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Which of the following was a key factor in the failure of the Propaganda Movement?
Which of the following was a key factor in the failure of the Propaganda Movement?
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Why did some Filipinos migrate to Europe?
Why did some Filipinos migrate to Europe?
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What was the name of the newspaper founded by Graciano Lopez-Jaena in 1889?
What was the name of the newspaper founded by Graciano Lopez-Jaena in 1889?
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What was the main goal of La Solidaridad?
What was the main goal of La Solidaridad?
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What did Rizal believe was the key to improving the colonial administration and Spanish relations?
What did Rizal believe was the key to improving the colonial administration and Spanish relations?
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What was the significance of Rizal's letter to Bluementritt on January 31, 1889?
What was the significance of Rizal's letter to Bluementritt on January 31, 1889?
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What was the name of the book that Rizal was working on when he decided to withdraw from the Propaganda Movement?
What was the name of the book that Rizal was working on when he decided to withdraw from the Propaganda Movement?
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What is the meaning of the phrase "we want the happiness of the Philippines, but we want to obtain it through noble and just means, for right is on our side and therefore we ought not to do anything bad." ?
What is the meaning of the phrase "we want the happiness of the Philippines, but we want to obtain it through noble and just means, for right is on our side and therefore we ought not to do anything bad." ?
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Rizal's articles published in La Solidaridad mainly focused on criticizing the shortcomings of the Spanish government.
Rizal's articles published in La Solidaridad mainly focused on criticizing the shortcomings of the Spanish government.
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Which article written by Rizal appeared in La Solidaridad on May 31, 1889?
Which article written by Rizal appeared in La Solidaridad on May 31, 1889?
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What was the main point of Rizal's article "A la Defensa"?
What was the main point of Rizal's article "A la Defensa"?
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Why did Rizal decide to withdraw from the Propaganda Movement?
Why did Rizal decide to withdraw from the Propaganda Movement?
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What was the main argument of Rizal's article "Una Profanacion"?
What was the main argument of Rizal's article "Una Profanacion"?
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Study Notes
Propaganda Movement Objectives
- Reflect on Rizal's view of education
- Familiarize Rizal's involvement in the Propaganda Movement
- Experience campaigning for reforms in society
The March Towards Liberation
- The struggle for liberation from the Spanish is intense and dramatic, needing reflection on its impact on present Philippine society
- Exploitative and oppressive treatment of the lower class led to a desire for reforms.
- Filipinos expressed their hatred and discontent openly, transforming farming tools into weapons (e.g., bolos into spikes, bamboos into javelins).
- Spiritual leaders guided and protected the Filipinos.
- Liberal nationalists used education to express their despair and advocated for reforms through books, poems, essays, and associations.
Filipino Families Migrated to Europe
- Wealthy Filipino families migrated to Europe to escape the oppressive atmosphere of the Philippines, seeking a freer environment.
- They campaigned for reforms in the homeland.
- Filipinos abroad collaborated with those in Spain, establishing nationalist societies to promote their cause.
- Not every Filipino abroad participated in the Propaganda Movement; some studied to become professionals or businessmen
Propaganda Movement Defined
- The campaign for reform in the Philippines is referred to as the Propaganda Movement.
- The activists were called Ilustrados, educated Filipinos from European universities, rather than using the derogatory term for them.
- Filipinos communicated through sharing information and materials abroad.
- The movement advocated for reforms to address the demands of the Philippines under Spanish colonial rule.
Restoration of Philippine Representation
- The Philippines first gained representation in the Spanish Cortes based on the Constitution of 1812, but lost this representation when the Constitution was abolished.
- Favorable political developments in Spain in 1821 and 1837 allowed for the sending of Filipino deputies.
- Rizal believed that a spokesperson in the Spanish legislative body would improve the colonial administration and Spanish relations by exposing abuses in the Philippines.
The Cortes as a Governmental Institution
- The Cortes is the most powerful governmental institution in the state.
- It consists of a lower house (Congress of Deputies) and an upper chamber (Senate).
- It's responsible for accusing the prime minister or his ministers of treason or crimes against the state.
Rizal's Explanation on Achieving Reforms
- In a letter to Bluementritt on January 31, 1889, Rizal explained the importance of achieving reforms for the Philippines through noble and just methods.
- "we want the happiness of the Philippines, but we want to obtain it through noble and just means, for right is on our side and therefore we ought not to do anything bad.".
- Rizal's approach to reforms emphasizes avoiding violence and pursuing justice.
Letter to Marcelo H. Del Pilar
- In a letter to Marcelo H. Del Pilar on June 22, 1889, Rizal discussed reforms, advocating the use of non-violent methods as a primary approach.
- Rizal emphasized the importance of employing all peaceful means to achieve desired transformation and change.
Failed Campaign for Reform
- Possible reasons for the failure of the movement were shortcomings such as the preoccupation of Spanish officials with their own affairs.
- Financial constraints hampered the reformists' efforts in Spain and in the Philippines.
- The reformists were divided among themselves.
- Friars and Spanish officials in the Philippines held influence in Spain's bureaucracy, potentially hindering the reform efforts.
La Solidaridad Newspaper
- Graciano Lopez-Jaena founded the newspaper, La Solidaridad, in 1889 to promote Filipino interests.
- The newspaper served as a mouthpiece for Filipinos in Spain, presenting news, essays, and articles about the Philippines.
Contributors to La Solidaridad
- Contributors used pen names, such as Rizal (Dimasalang and Laong Laan), Ponce (Tikbalang, Nuning, and Kalipulak), Luna (Taga-llog), and Del Pilar (Plaridel) for security reasons.
Knowledge and Ignorance
- La Solidaridad used knowledge to expose and challenge ignorance, particularly Spanish ignorance about the Filipino's culture.
- Knowledge acquired through reason can combat ignorance and fear rooted in superstition, an idea inspired from Hanna Arendt's work.
Rizal's Articles in La Solidaridad
- Rizal authored articles such as "A la Defensa," published April 30, 1889, and "La Verdad Para Todos," published May 31, 1889, regarding the Philippines in response to opposing viewpoints.
- Rizal wrote in response to perceived injustices and misconceptions about Filipinos and Philippine officials.
Other Articles
- "Vicente Barrantes Teatro Tagalog" (June 15, 1889): Exposing Spanish ignorance about Tagalog theatrical art.
- "Una Profanacion" (A Profanation, May 23, 1889): Attacking friars in Calamba for denying burial to Rizal's brother-in-law.
- "Crueldad" (Cruelty, August 15, 1889): Rizal's defense against attacks on Professor Blumentritt.
Rizal's Decision to Exclude Himself
- Rizal, after deciding to exclude himself from the Propaganda Movement, stopped writing for La Solidaridad, although his friends encouraged him to continue.
- Rizal emphasized his commitment to work on El Filibusterismo, prioritizing the unified effort of his fellow Filipinos.
- He believed it was vital for the movement to have internal harmony and that it was crucial that he set the stage for other Filipino participants.
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Explore the key objectives of the Propaganda Movement and José Rizal's contributions to the fight for education and societal reforms. Reflect on the historical struggle for liberation from Spanish rule and its ongoing impact in the Philippines. Understand the role of Filipino families and their migration to Europe in advocating for change.
