Manny Pacquiao, lightweight or heavyweight?

Posted by JoeAm on October 21, 2021 · 76 Comments 

Analysis and Opinion By JoeAm Presidential candidate Manny Pacquiao has surprised a lot of people in the early rounds of his candidacy. Calm, composed, measuring the distance and speed of his opponents. Jabbing, defending. Moving easily around the ring. I have to admit a bias. There are only three decent 2022 presidential candidates in my … Continue reading →

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

Pinks versus VP Robredo

Posted by JoeAm on October 17, 2021 · 63 Comments 

Analysis and Opinion By JoeAm Let’s consider the charge by Pinks (alleged Robredo supporters) that VP Robredo “compromised” in putting together her Senate slate. Never was a description – an accusation by some – so off-target. The tag totally misses what Robredo is trying to do. First, let’s consider fundamental elements of the VP’s work: … Continue reading →

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

Morality has no “other side” and mainstream media don’t get it

Posted by JoeAm on October 13, 2021 · 88 Comments 

Analysis and Opinion By Joe America Morality is not negotiable. It’s the foundation for every decision we make. Well, yes, moral systems can vary, for example, communist versus capitalist or Christian vs Zoroastrian. But for a group of peoples, like nations or groups of them, morality is the rock of good behavior and right decisions. … Continue reading →

Category Blogging/Journalism, Citizenship/Patriotism, Education, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Government, USA/Americans

When we stop being opposed, can we build something for a change?

Posted by JoeAm on September 26, 2021 · 96 Comments 

Analysis and Opinion By JoeAm Opposition to President Duterte is creating some strange happenings. For one thing, people who helped him for five years suddenly grew integrity, or a conscience, and started pointing fingers at him. Or a different way to express their opportunism, more likely. Then, amusingly enough, we have Trillanes and Colmenares on … Continue reading →

Category Crime/Corruption, Economy, Education, Foreign Affairs and Defense, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Government

The Greed Games: Populist Fascists

Posted by JoeAm on August 16, 2021 · 211 Comments 

Analysis and Opinion By Joe America I witness the breakdown of civility and sense in both the US and Philippines with a deep sadness, as if a dear friend had died. All that we did together is lost to time. Our fading memories aren’t vivid or active enough to hold onto the good times. Neither … Continue reading →

Category Citizenship/Patriotism, Crime/Corruption, Culture and Arts, Education, Laws and Ethics