Would the Senate kindly stop interfering with Executive and write some needed laws?

The Senate reminds me of a nagging mother-in-law, always feeling a need to insert herself into other people’s affairs. She justifies this nosy interference by citing the phrase “in aid of legislation” or various inane legalisms, and then proceeds to interfere. Here’s the deal. Executive leads by providing government services and defending the nation. Legislative writes the laws and … Continue reading →

Filed under Foreign Affairs and Defense, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Government

On monetary sovereignty and government spending

By Karl Garcia I am no expert in anything, I do have a master’s degree, but I claim to be a master of none. But I do consider reading blogs as part of my continuous learning process. I will try my very best to present a layman’s understanding of some technical ideas discussed in Joe’s … Continue reading →

Filed under Economy, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Government

Mayor Rodrigo Duterte: “Elect a real Filipino as President”

I’ve been putting off writing about Mayor Rodrigo Duterte because I could not come up with a “hook”, a take on him that was unique. We all know he is brash and knows no authority other than his own, and we know that he does not like criminals but may be willing to break the laws to … Continue reading →

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

The Philippines: New thinkers wanted

by josephivo Introduction Imagine the year 500,000 CE. What a nice world, plenty of natural wonders. But no more humans left to admire it. Am I too optimistic? Is 5,000 CE more realistic for this scenario? Or after all, maybe we’ll find the number pi is no longer irrational? The speed of light no more the maximum speed? Will … Continue reading →

Filed under Culture and Arts, Education, Laws and Ethics, Religion

Has VP Binay hijacked the Philippines through the Makati Sister Cities program?

A great many people believe that Vice President Jejomar Binay does not have the proper character requirements to be the President of the Philippines. Even if criminal accusations against him are not yet upheld in court, they are so pronounced and horrendous as to stain the nation’s reputation and ability to do good works if he becomes President. … Continue reading →

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