Responsible Parenthood. Responsible President?

President Aquino has inadvertently put the HR Bill splat on the front page, the front burner, the front of every concerned Filipino’s mind. His SONA was a fine speech, truly. He is confident, capable and rightfully proud of his administration’s achievements. The Philippines is on the rise . . . Who knows what he really … Continue reading

The Soul of a Beggar?

This is opinion. If you like the Philippines the way it is, simply click over to some other internet site and don’t trouble yourself with one guy’s musings on the condition of the state of affairs in the Philippines. Or just take Mr. Aquino’s word for it. He’ll be upbeat, I guarantee it. JoeAm says … Continue reading

A First Class Philippines: Ramon R. Jimenez, Jr.

The announcement of the Philippine Department of Tourism’s new slogan in 2011 received a great deal of attention, not all kind. The most severe criticism was that the slogan had been used by another country back in the 1950’s. Therefore, it did not demonstrate originality. “It’s more fun in the Philippines.” The slogan generated a … Continue reading

Pictures That Are Worth a Word or Two

It struck me as I was reading a comment offered by reader Cha that the picture of the Philippines that we see from viewing television news or newspaper reports or blogs is highly distorted. It does not present an accurate picture of the Philippines. Indeed, because of its inaccuracy, reflected in our joint ignorance, buying … Continue reading

JoeAm Chickens Out

This blog is a substitute article for the one I am too afraid to post. As you know, this JoeAm character uses his words sharply. He is like the American at a fiesta party who will not get out of your face and insists on telling you what’s on his mind, even if you don’t … Continue reading