Independence of the Courts and Other Misunderstandings
I refrain from critiquing the impeachment hearing and testimony of Chief Justice Corona as I tend to have compassion for the emotionally challenged. But I’d like to comment on the complaint of court employees that the impeachment of the Chief Justice infringes on the independence of the judiciary. I’m not convinced court employees even understand … Continue reading
Blowing Whistles and Getting Flayed
I tell you, this impeachment trial is wonderful television. I had to kick my kid off his cartoons in order to watch Moe hammering Curly with a big wooden mallet the other day. And the raving Queen of Hearts offed Mr. Keh’s head with her angry hatchet, somewhat dulled by abundant use. The prosecution looked … Continue reading
Impeachment: An Ant in the Briefs
The impeachment trial of Chief Justice Corona is good for the Philippines in so many ways. First of all, it is democracy in action, at the highest level. The World Championship of checks and balances. The trial is being conducted in a dramatically tense, often confrontational tone, but also in an amazingly civil and mature … Continue reading