The Morality of Self Justification

A few weeks ago in the right column, I expressed admiration for the Chinese way of conducting business on international affairs. Chinese leaders follow a fundamental morality – the system that defines right and wrong – that states China is right in all words and deeds. Therefore, to object is not only wrong, but it … Continue reading →

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The Family Code: Insights into Filipino Culture

I’m getting a fairly clear picture of how the Philippines works, socially, from the discussions here. These insights started with my reading of the Geert Hofstede description of the Philippines as a power-based, hierarchical society and were brought into clear focus a couple of blogs ago about the matter of honor at the Philippine Military Academy. … Continue reading →

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Thinking Positive about the Philippines

Thinking positive about the Philippines is difficult for many and impossible for a few. Let’s think about that. Now I recognize this blog repeats some of the plaints I’ve issued recently, but I can’t restrain myself. Where o’ where is the inspired Philippines? O’ rise ye land of happy fools! Here is a nation being … Continue reading →

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Pabalikin ang mga Pilipino sa ibang Bansa?

Author’s Note: English Translation follows this article. Ang mga Pilipino sa ibang bansa ay parang mga kalapati. Para silang mga espesyal na lahi ng kalapati na Rock Pigeon (Columba Livia Domestica) na may abilidad na magbalik sa pinangalingan kahit na sa masalimuot na kalagayan at malayong distansya.  Ang masang pag-aalisan ng mga Pilipino para sa … Continue reading →

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“Compañero” Cayetano for President

This article pulls together the various observations and suggestions made by readers during the prior exercise that “crowdsourced” the Cayetano presidential campaign. This is strictly an intellectual exercise and does not represent an endorsement of Senator Cayetano for president. It is envisioned that the lead candidates for the presidency at the current time are Vice … Continue reading →

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