I have not read any article or editorial of her (in fact it is only upon writing this that I have opened and read its contents). I have studied (and will continue to study) the Rules of Court but we never had any idea on what happens inside the Court and on its people. I have been an admirer of how our justices use the power of the word and of the pen to uphold the Constitution and the laws. I have read cases decided by our Honorable justices. As a law student I have been awed by the judiciary. Vitug displayed incomparable bravery and courage for coming up with this historical treasure. The high and thick wall, the ancient-like design and the taciturn environment pushes you to open that page and discover what lies ahead, what do its contents say? Are all the criticisms true? Were all the information valid?Īccording to Supreme Court retired justice Angelina Sandoval-Guttierez, “the book covers an entirely novel and complex subject, an uncharted area no writer has ever sailed…” Indeed, Ms. The blindfolded lady holding a scale on the left hand and a sword on the right on the background of huge pillars and intricately designed architecture and wall carvings on the cover page creates an inquisitive setting. Vitug came to Cebu on Apfor the Shadow of Doubt book launch, I never hesitated to grab a copy (with autograph and dedication from the author herself. I was one of the thousand or million readers who waited patiently for its release. Media reports and exposure even heightened the hype. All these roused anticipation among the readers so that even before its release reservations in bookstores nationwide were overwhelming. Names of the reliable informants were withheld, thus, casting uncertainty on its credibility and veracity. Some said that the contents of the book are all hearsay because there were no hard proof and evidence presented to prove the same. Some members of the judiciary said that the book will shake the foundation of the Institution and it will create distrust and doubt among the people. The book has become controversial because of the antagonism for its publication and release. She is also the editor-in-chief of the Newsbreak. Vitug is a distinguished investigative journalist and has written various books which received local and international recognitions. The Shadow of Doubt Probing the Supreme Court is a 267-page investigative book written by Marites Dañguilan Vitug.
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