The controversial Anti-Terrorism Act in the Philippines marked its sixth anniversary on July 3rd, sparking renewed calls for its repeal. Critics argue the law has been used to unjustly target activists and dissenters, citing 256 individuals victimized over the past six years. Concerns center on the law’s broad definition of terrorism, which rights groups claim infringes upon fundamental freedoms and due process. Opponents point to cases of activists being red-tagged and subjected to harassment, intimidation, and even arrest under the act. Legal challenges to the law have been filed, raising questions about its constitutionality and impact on civil liberties. Advocates are intensifying their push for repeal, seeking to protect democratic principles and ensure the rights of citizens are upheld. The anniversary serves as a focal point for protests and renewed debate surrounding national security versus individual freedoms.