“The struggle for freedom is the next best thing to actually being free,” 27 year-old University of the Philippines Diliman student and noted “iskolar ng bayan” was once quoted.

Lean—as he was fondly remembered—was shot and killed in September 19, 1987. As the iconic student activist, Lean fought for national democracy in the university and in the nation. He is one of the unsung heroes who have sacrificed their lives during the turbulent days of the martial law. His life has defined an era of student activism and his work still inspires the youth today.

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