Propaganda statement posted to the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) Website (Nov 1, 2020): Heavier than Mt. Apo: Exalt Ka Joel’s revolutionary life by advancing the people’s war
RIGOBERTO F. SANCHEZSPOKESPERSON
SOUTHERN MINDANAO REGIONAL OPERATIONAL COMMAND
MERARDO ARCE COMMAND
NEW PEOPLE'S ARMY
NOVEMBER 01, 2020
The Regional Operations Command of the New People’s Army in Southern Mindanao extols Zaldy “Ka Joel” Pulido, 32, as a revolutionary hero and martyr who devoted a life of struggle to the cause of the Filipino masses and valiantly died in the frontlines of the people’s war. Sorrowed yet unbowed, the entire revolutionary forces throughout the region deliver their highest revolutionary salute to Ka Joel as we grieve the early loss of a young Party cadre and Red commander of the NPA.
Ka Joel was killed in an encounter with fascist enemy troops of the AFP on the morning of October 24 in Brgy. Arakan, Matalam in North Cotabato. He maintained foothold in the firing line in order to ensure the safe retreat of his comrades against assaulting 90th IB forces. He sustained bullet wounds in his chest but was still able to apply first-aid unto himself. Even in his dying breath, Ka Joel demonstrated unwavering determination and continued to fight.
Ka Joel’s life had always been in the national democratic revolution. Although he was formally organized as a student activist only during his college days in North Cotabato, he came from a revolutionary family. Hailing from the peasant class, he was no stranger to the feudal exploitation that plagued farmers and indigenous people in the countryside. His political conviction–nourished by sustained integration with the masses–culminated into the decision to take up revolutionary armed struggle and join the NPA in 2008.
With more than a decade worth of experience in the people’s army, Ka Joel honed his political and military skill in numerous military actions and agrarian campaigns. He led NPA units in several mass campaigns that helped raise farmgate prices of peasants’ produce, increase share of tenants or reduce the costs of post-harvest facilities in their areas.
Recently, he served as one of the commanders of Mt. Apo Sub-regional Operations Command. For several years, he acted as command officer or political officer in the subregion’s different guerilla fronts.
He was one of the commanders that conducted the successful disarming raid against a despotic barangay captain and his paramilitary in Bgry. Mahongcog, Magpet town in 2017, which seized 32 firearms. The reactionary official was the leader of a paramilitary group working for the 39th IB in the area. In 2013, Ka Joel was also part of the daring raid in a police station in Kibawe town, Bukidnon. They easily outmatched the reactionary police forces who were caught in surprise, and carted away with 13 firearms following the tactical offensive.
Ka Joel was always remembered by comrades as one who never lost his cool, even in the most rigid situations. Red fighters and the masses cherished him for his patience and humble demeanour. They never felt intimidated or reluctant to approach Ka Joel with their problems or criticisms and disclose their opinions and ideas. Behind his calm and composed bearing, Ka Joel has prevailed over several challenges in his political and personal life. His resolve in the revolution remained even after losing his wife Ka Camille in an encounter with enemy troops in April 2019.
His perseverance in work, his utmost optimism, and his love for comrades and the masses make Ka Joel an inspiration for every Red fighter in our protracted struggle for national liberation and democracy.
Exalt the heroes and martyrs of the people’s war!
Long live the revolutionary life and memory of Ka Joel!
Join the New People’s Army!
https://cpp.ph/statements/heavier-than-mt-apo-exalt-ka-joels-revolutionary-life-by-advancing-the-peoples-war/
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