Resil Mojares, a former journalist and political figure, has shared personal recollections of his time as a detainee in Cebu during the 1970s. The memories, published in his final newspaper column titled “Sticks and Stones,” offer a glimpse into the political climate of the era. Mojares, who was among the first to be detained under martial law, described the conditions of his imprisonment and the impact it had on his life and work. His reflections highlight the challenges faced by journalists and activists during that period. The column, which was recently released, serves as a historical record of a turbulent time in Philippine history. Mojares’ account adds a personal dimension to the broader narrative of resistance and censorship in the country.