To the future Filipino Lawyers:
Okay, deep breath. Final boss energy. You can absolutely do this. Think of all you've conquered to get here — the all-nighters, the dense readings, the sheer grind. This exam is the last big hurdle.
But remember: this is about so much more than finishing the bar exams ― of surviving #AMYzingBar. It’s about you leveling up to become part of the the change-maker our country desperately need.
The legal world is waiting for peoples’ lawyers like you to tackle injustice head-on and expand democracy for everyone. In an era of shrinking democracy; in a world where the system feels rigged, your role is crucial.
And hey, in this wild world of tech and AI? See it as your new toolkit to absolutely slay the game of justice.
Let’s make “justice for all” a reality, not just a phrase.
Keep your head in the game, stay calm, and hold onto that fire that made you start. Your entire vibe is inspiring, and we're all in your corner. Now go get that W!
Carlos Isagani Zarate
Former Bayan Muna Congressman
Founding Secretary General and former Chair, Union of Peoples' Lawyers in Mindanao
Senior Legal Adviser, Klima Center-Manila Observatory
