It’s all about Escudero: the future of the Philippines

It has became strikingly clear to me how things fit together regarding the future of the Philippines. It’s all about Senator Escudero. Now Senator Escudero inadvertently got us into this mess by supporting Jejomar Binay over Mar Roxas for the vice presidency in 2010. We know how that went. It fed the ambition of the … Continue reading →

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Madmen on the loose: Binay and Roque

I’m not a psychiatrist, but I’ve watched movies. One of my favorite is “One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest“, starring Jack Nicholson as the leader of that particular madhouse gang. It is a comedy, and a tragedy, and it is uplifting. I’ve also worked in downtown Los Angeles and met the babbling bums there and … Continue reading →

Filed under Crime/Corruption, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Politics

“Dear Sec Luistro: We have a disconnect here”

Some statements cause me to sit up straight in my chair and pay attention. They clash with what I think or do. One of these clashes came from Department of Education Secretary Armin Luistro during his recent speech to graduating students at the University of the Philippines. The speech was headlined in an Inquirer article … Continue reading →

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Why an American’s blog is popular in the Philippines

It sometimes amazes, sometimes amuses, and sometimes confounds me that The Society of Honor by Joe America has become a well-read blog in the Philippines. Let me suggest why, because I think there are some important lessons here. Why the blog is popular The Blog is straightforward. JoeAm listens as much as he speaks, and so do other … Continue reading →

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“Get out, Manny! Get out!”

No, no, Manny. Not boxing. Stay in boxing as long as your body can meet your high expectations. Get out of UNA! Now. Right now. You are a sportsman. You deal fair, you fight fair. There is nothing personal against other boxers when you enter the ring. You are a professional, something that cannot be … Continue reading →

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