The presidency of Laurel understandably remains one of the most controversial in Philippine history.
After the war, he would be denounced by the pro-American sectors as a war collaborator or even a traitor, although his indictment for treason was superseded by President Roxas' Amnesty Proclamation.
However, despite being one of the most infamous figures in Philippine history, he is also regarded as a Pan-Asianist who supported independence.
When asked if he was pro-American or pro-Japanese, his answer would be pro-Filipino.
The presidency of Laurel understandably remains one of the most controversial in Philippine history. After the war, he would be denounced by the pro-American sectors as a war collaborator or even a traitor, although his indictment for treason was superseded by President Roxas' Amnesty Proclamation. However, despite being one of the most infamous figures in Philippine history, he is also regarded as a Pan-Asianist who supported independence. When asked if he was pro-American or pro-Japanese, his answer would be pro-Filipino.
Jose P. Laurel