Warning: the moral hazards of the Binay family

Posted by edgar lores on October 12, 2014 · 90 Comments 

by Edgar Lores Recently I came across three concepts in economics that I think may be applicable to the eruptions of corruption surrounding the Binay family.  These concepts are: Tragedy of the Commons Free Rider Moral Hazard Tragedy of the Commons The tragedy of the commons is a situation wherein individuals, acting in their own … Continue reading →

Category Citizenship/Patriotism, Crime/Corruption, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Politics

A political Supreme Court? Or a Court with weak integrity?

Posted by JoeAm on October 9, 2014 · 93 Comments 

Philippine Supreme Court justices and many judiciary employees often raise the cry of “judicial independence!” It is a demand to be left alone from interference by the Executive and Legislative branches of government. Backers of impeached Chief Justice Corona claimed that charges against him were an attack on the independence of the Court. My argument at the time was, no, … Continue reading →

Category Citizenship/Patriotism, Crime/Corruption, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Politics

Kay Binay walang masamang tinapay?

Posted by JoeAm on October 5, 2014 · 51 Comments 

Does Binay Get Mad at Corruption or Not? Guest article by Andrew Lim I am writing this personal piece because there is something that bothers me about the front runner in the 2016 presidential race. And I hope it stirs a response in those who read it, specially those with personal information on the Vice-President … Continue reading →

Category Citizenship/Patriotism, Crime/Corruption, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Government, Philippine Politics

Is Grace Poe just an ordinary trapo?

Posted by JoeAm on October 2, 2014 · 88 Comments 

The question arose as I was listening to the Senate committee hearing on police modernization chaired by Senator Poe. PNP Chief Alan Purisima was the primary witness. Let me begin by listing some observations . . . that is, opinions . . . arising out of that hearing: The Purisima hearing These are my “top of … Continue reading →

Category Citizenship/Patriotism, Crime/Corruption, Philippine Politics

Noynoy Aquino, a kaleidoscopic president

Posted by JoeAm on September 29, 2014 · 70 Comments 

“You gone yellow-zombie on us, Joe?” Yeah, yeah. Sorry, I can’t help myself. I’ve gone patriotic on the Philippines. I can’t figure out how the nation can get stronger when so many Filipinos insist on diminishing their country and its leadership. Just as the nation is rising. “Born to lose“ So I push back. If you are inspired by failure, … Continue reading →

Category Citizenship/Patriotism, Crime/Corruption, Economy, Philippine Government, Philippine Politics