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

The Philippines is lookin’ good!

Posted by JoeAm on September 16, 2014 · 20 Comments 

After typhoon Yolanda, my wife and I stopped going to Tacloban on our monthly trek to the supermarket and mall. The storm and desperate pillagers ripped the mall and most of the town from its foundations. We shifted our shopping to Ormoc like about half of Leyte did, judging from the congestion there. The other … Continue reading →

Category Citizenship/Patriotism, Crime/Corruption

The Binay road to power

Posted by JoeAm on September 14, 2014 · 207 Comments 

Let me move this article to the front of the line because I think it is important considering the dueling going on now between those trying to make visible Vice President Binay’s alleged shenanigans as mayor of Makati, and those seeking to obfuscate and bury the conversation. I come neither to praise nor bury Caesar, … Continue reading →

Category Blogging/Journalism, Citizenship/Patriotism, Crime/Corruption, Philippine Politics

The Binay defense team: Philippine media

Posted by JoeAm on September 7, 2014 · 92 Comments 

Have you noticed the subtle difference in media reporting about allegations of corruption regarding the Makati parking garage, versus what we witnessed regarding allegations of abuse of presidential discretionary spending (DAP)? The difference is to be found in the headlines and volume of stories favoring either the defendant or the accusers. The trial is being held in … Continue reading →

Category Blogging/Journalism, Citizenship/Patriotism, Crime/Corruption, Laws and Ethics

In defense of PNoy

Posted by JoeAm on September 4, 2014 · 127 Comments 

Guest article by Dolly Gonzales Let’s consider first the Supreme Court, and in particular Chief Justice Sereno. Then we can look at PNoy’s performance as President.   SUPREME COURT “I ask you to judge me by the enemies I have made.” – Franklin D. Roosevelt In 2012, PNoy spent valuable political capital to impeach a midnight-appointed Chief … Continue reading →

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