What is the distinction between casual and slob?

How important is presentation? One of the innovations that arose from the technology revolution in the 1980’s was a preference for casual attire in the workplace. Bill Gates had a hand in this, and he also instilled a management process of open doors, open offices, and open discussion in the interest of getting information and ideas out … Continue reading →

Filed under Citizenship/Patriotism, Culture and Arts, Education, Family/Parenting/Children, Laws and Ethics

The Philippines: An Obtuse Society

On arriving home after a month in the U.S., I observe that my keyboard is a bit dusty and many of the letters on the keys have been hammered into oblivion by the relentless poundings of the past few years. Maybe I should write a book before they disappear altogether. What would such a book be about? … Continue reading →

Filed under Blogging/Journalism, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Government

To whom Mr. Obama was talking; what he said

I sense a need to do a little translation here, especially for those who wanted Mr.Obama to be more warlike in his remarks, you know, firmer in committing America to engage in shooting to remove the Chinese from Filipino seas. First, let us consider to whom Mr. Obama spoke. The three audiences: Americans, who are … Continue reading →

Filed under China, Citizenship/Patriotism, Foreign Affairs and Defense, Laws and Ethics, Philippine Government, USA/Americans

Stop complaining, start dreaming

 Stop complaining, start dreaming Not about what is, not about what has been, but about what could be. A vibrant nation is a respected adult in the family of nations. An effective and efficient economy, a young and innovative culture, a democratic beacon in Asia. How to get there? One answer: PEOPLE. How to free … Continue reading →

Filed under Culture and Arts, Economy, Philippine Government

CBCP goes NIMBY to interfere with Biliran’s thermal energy project

Please excuse me for going a bit Santiago on you. This article is mainly about a few political priests, not the Catholic Church, a good and important humanitarian institution in the Philippines. However, if Church officials decide to “dish out” political acts, they should expect to be taken to task in that same political arena. Their robes form no … Continue reading →

Filed under Citizenship/Patriotism, Ecology/Global Warming, Philippine Government