Uncovering the Marcos' Crimes: A Love for 'Here Lies Love'

Lewis M. Simons, an investigative journalist who covered the crimes of Imelda and Ferdinand Marcos, reflects on his experience watching the Broadway musical "Here Lies Love," which portrays the tragicomic story of the Marcos regime. Despite his initial disgust, Simons found himself applauding the actors and even shedding tears during the performance. The musical resonated with many Filipinos in the audience, some of whom had lived through the Marcoses' dictatorship. Simons reflects on the Marcoses' ability to captivate and entertain the Filipino people, even as they committed heinous crimes and amassed immense wealth. Today, their son, Bongbong Marcos, is the president of the Philippines.