Rappler journalistic ethics: modern or just plain bad?

Posted by JoeAm on August 3, 2014 · 83 Comments 

I will be doing several articles about Philippine media. Philippine media play a huge role in shaping the Philippines. I believe their output too often works against the well-being of the nation. So I figure it is time to push back against the press for contributing to strife and instability. The Rappler story I will dissect … Continue reading →

Filed under Blogging/Journalism, Citizenship/Patriotism, Culture and Arts, Laws and Ethics

In the style of Nancy Binay

Posted by JoeAm on August 1, 2014 · 35 Comments 

It seems to me that men aspire toward “attitude” and women aspire toward “style”. That’s why advertisements aimed at men feature strong, handsome, athletic types slinging bottles of beer across the room and giving some gorgeous babe a lascivious look, that, of course – in the commercial – she falls for. And as for that … Continue reading →

Filed under Citizenship/Patriotism, Culture and Arts, Philippine Government, Philippine Politics

Why discretionary authority is a good thing

Posted by JoeAm on July 30, 2014 · 48 Comments 

I am struck by how different and isolated my view about DAP seems to be. I view DAP as a GOOD tool, and have argued consistently to that point since it became a popular issue. I favor significant executive authority and discretionary power. I don’t know how to get a troubled nation going and growing without it. … Continue reading →

Filed under Citizenship/Patriotism, Economy, Philippine Government

Enemies of the Philippine State: China, Leftists and the Corrupt

Posted by JoeAm on July 27, 2014 · 45 Comments 

I actively roam the discussion threads attached to blogs and news articles, popping in and popping off now and then as the mood strikes. It is easy to get agitated there, and I often have to punch the little red X on the browser tab when I find myself getting overly worked up. You see, my … Continue reading →

Filed under China, Citizenship/Patriotism, Crime/Corruption, Philippine Government, Philippine Politics

Impressions of a Senate hearing

Posted by JoeAm on July 24, 2014 · 36 Comments 

Fine television drama. Government is a complex set of interrelationships, and Executive has huge responsibilities. The cabinet people who appeared are capable and forthright, and they have great respect for the President, and for other members of the cabinet. Do you realize how rare and precious that quality is? Senator Ejercito asked a few questions … Continue reading →

Filed under Crime/Corruption, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Government