As part of their sworn duty to serve and protect, the police must acknowledge and recognize that the mere act of profiling already prejudices and discriminates against the members of the concerned groups, which is a blatant violation of the basic right to equal protection of the law. We also reiterate that such move infringes on the rights to privacy and association. Given the climate of harassment and threats against progressive and vocal groups, this move already raises doubts and fears considering that the PNP has not been transparent in doing the profiling and they gave no solid justification nor legitimate aim for such operation. Further, there is a risk that the list can be utilized to repress legitimate concerns or to silence criticisms or opponents. Given that this move can easily threaten the basic rights and freedoms of innocent people, we hope the PNP will completely do away with profiling and other similar methods. The police can start the year right by ensuring that no method and operation can compromise the basic freedoms and human dignity of any individual or group.