Anatomy of the battle of Marawi

Posted by chemrock on June 7, 2017 · 155 Comments 

  By Chemrock In the age of Mocha symbolism, I quote military historian Byron Farwell “….. armies stand as disturbing reminders that democratic processes are not always the best”. When the army is activated to quell an internal strife, it is often a fine line whether it is propping up or dismantling democratic institutions. The … Continue reading →

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

The Short, Short Lives of a Dilawan and a Dutertard

Posted by Wilfredo G. Villanueva on June 5, 2017 · 50 Comments 

By Wilfredo G. Villanueva It’s bound to happen sooner than later. Greg, the Dutertard, and Mario, the Dilawan meet at last after avoiding each other since the new President assumed office. Greg: Bro! Mario: Hey! Greg and Mario: (almost at the same time) Long time no see! They embrace like long-lost brothers, which they are. … Continue reading →

Category Citizenship/Patriotism, Crime/Corruption, Culture and Arts, Philippine Politics

Pinakamahalaga Ang Politika Sa Buhay Ng Tao

Posted by alrhozigma on May 31, 2017 · 71 Comments 

By Popoy Del R. Cartanio Ano ba yan? Saan ba napulot yan ideya na yan. Kahit basura sa Payatas o sa Isla Puting Bato meron pakinabang. Pero politika? Hah! Galit ang mga karanniwan mamayan diyan. Ang politika, salot sa mga mahirap yan. Ugat ng katarantaduhan sa lipunan yan, Eh. Teka, teka muna. Pag ganyan ang … Continue reading →

Category Citizenship/Patriotism, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Politics, Religion

Drug War deaths – the insult after the injury

Posted by chemrock on May 14, 2017 · 91 Comments 

By Chemrock Media says bodies from the drug war in Philippines are piling up in funeral parlours and if anyone say this is fake news, this photo tells a thousand stories. It’s from a UK media. Someone should tell Senator Cayetano that foreign media has all along been present in Philippines, there is no need … Continue reading →

Category Blogging/Journalism, Crime/Corruption, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Government, Philippine Politics

The AlDub Phenomenon Revisited

Posted by Wilfredo G. Villanueva on May 4, 2017 · 86 Comments 

   By Wilfredo G. Villanueva Dear Sir Wilfredo G. Villanueva, I’ve read long ago your take on Aldub Phenomenon entitled “The Social Significance of Aldub” written on September 22, 2015. I am currently doing a study on the impact of the Aldub Phenomenon; An Assessment and I would like to seek your views now about … Continue reading →

Category Citizenship/Patriotism, Culture and Arts, Entertainment, Philippine Politics