OFWs and Aliens: A Nation Unto Themselves

Posted by JoeAm on March 25, 2013 · 14 Comments 

It is amusing sometimes, the chain of thoughts that generates a blog. This one started because I was trying to write a different one.   I was going to resolve the “Top 12 Filipino Entertainers” list by ranking those entertainers who I think have carved out a special place of distinction in the Philippines. So … Continue reading →

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The Tipping Point to Philippine Prosperity

Posted by JoeAm on March 18, 2013 · 31 Comments 

Source: The Inquirer I read a strange article in the Inquirer last week. The headline read: “Widespread Philippine indifference towards overseas Filipinos“. The point of view was from those who attended the “2nd Global Summit of Filipinos in the Diaspora” in late February in Makati. Neglect was the main mien of the party as President … Continue reading →

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The "Bring ’em Back Act"

Posted by JoeAm on July 7, 2012 · 23 Comments 

 I wonder what is the truth of the matter. Do top Philippine leaders want to bring overseas workers back home, or is the revenue generated too valuable? Do leaders set aside the knowledge that citizens face broken homes, loneliness, and dangers of harassment and discrimination, or rape, so the Philippines can gain from the remittances … Continue reading →

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