The World : Troops Confined for Vote
Philippine President Ferdinand E. Marcos ordered all armed forces units confined to their barracks during the special presidential elections he has called for Jan. 17. He said the order is meant to persuade the opposition to refrain from violence and not to come to an agreement with the Communist-led New People’s Army “for their own purposes.” Opposition sources said military operations have interfered with past elections. Marcos’ ruling KBL party will caucus today to consider legislation clearing the way for the election.
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