A Story About Political Volunteerism During Elections ( Part 1 of 3 )

This is a true story. More than a decade ago, my late dad Greg was very active with an organization called RAM. Their principles focused on changing the system of government, creating a new model for better governance, being the role models of society etc. They even had a t-shirt that had all their names printed on it. This was also the beginning of the massive recruitment for the Guardians. I was a college student back then,...

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I Agree On Arroyo's Move Empwering MSMSEs

President Arroyo puts premium on MSMEs as 'weapons' vs povertyIloilo City (20 October) -- The administration of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo has put a premium on micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) because of the important role they play in alleviating poverty by providing Filipinos with alternative sources of income. The President has tapped concerned government agencies and institutions to provide financial and...

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Aanhin pa ang damo kung lunod na ang kabayo?

A Commentary On The Proposed P10B Typhoon Fund As typhoon Pepeng continues to devastate the northern part of the country, Malacanang presses for Congress’ approval of the P10 billion calamity fund to fast track the rescue and retrieval, as well as relief and rehabilitation typhoon-affected areas.     The P10 billion calamity fund Malacanang wants approved is actually a supplemental budget it has proposed for Congress’...

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It's Confirmed: ERAP for President, Binay for Vice President

Yesterday, I saw from the news that former President Estrada and Makati Mayor Binay are running for president and vice president respectively. They also had a senatorial line up ready for the big election festival. Considering that president Erap has a legal battle to face in case he wins the election, the vice president elect will be a sure hit. Even considering all legal aspects with opinions coming from the greatest and most...

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Chiz Escudero Is Running As President?

May bagong umagang darating... Have you seen this new commercial which started yesterday morning? It was showing Sen. Chiz with a crowd, waving and shaking his hands while the song "may bagong umagang darating" was playing on the background. Sen. Chiz Escudero celebrated his 40th birthday yesterday, Oct 11, 2009, the same day the commercial was aired. Coincidence or strategy? Just this morning, Sen Chiz was interviewed at GMA...

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Commentary: Lessons learned from Ondoy

Tacloban City (9 October) -- Watching the unraveling of the great flood in Metro Manila on September 26 caused by Ondoy and the coverage of typhoon Pepeng on September 3 brings realizations and lessons that must be heeded lest the same calamity will happen once again in the future. In contrast with the chaos during the Metro Manila disaster, with the government leading, there was orderly and systematic preparation and evacuation...

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Baguio senior citizens group launches advocacy for responsible voting in 2010

Baguio City (10 September) -- Proving once more that senior citizens are still a driving force in nation building, the Blessed Association of Retired Person Inc. (BARP) launched in a forum last week its advocacy centered on "responsible voting" for the May 2010 elections. First in their agenda is to encourage all young people, who will be eligible to vote come May 2010, to come out and register and exercise their right to vote....

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You know when your FILIPINO when . . .

You know when your FILIPINO when . . . (FIL-AM point of view ) your parents were born in the PI you point with your mouth you call "flipflops" slippers you pronounce your f's with p's you own a rice cooker you know what TFC stands for you have kareoke at every family party you own a magic mic you own at least one bootleg DVD you have a collection of DVD's you have been to the filipino store you know how to dance, pito...

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UNDERSTANDING POLITICAL PARTIES FOR DUMMIES

POLITICAL SCIENCE FOR DUMMIES DEMOCRATIC You have two cows. Your neighbor has none. You feel guilty for being successful. Barbara Streisand sings for you. REPUBLICAN You have two cows. Your neighbor has none. So? SOCIALIST You have two cows. The government takes one and gives it to your neighbor. You form a cooperative to tell him how to manage his cow. COMMUNIST You have two cows. The government seizes both...

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What Is Politics and Political Science in the Philippines

Political science is the study of governments, public policies and political processes, systems, and political behavior.  Political science subfields include political theory, political philosophy, political ideology,  political economy, policy studies and analysis, comparative politics, international relations, and a host of related fields.   Political scientists use both humanistic and scientific...

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You won the P100 MILLION 6/45 LOTTO!!!

6/45 Jackpot prize today is P100,000,000.00! This was written at a lottery outlet along EDSA. The queue was long and people from different ages were standing in line waiting for their turn. The crowd was diverse. I saw some men in barong tagalog, some in straight ironed polo and slacks , some were in their very casual attire and all are hoping to win the jackpot prize of P100 million. I'm sure those in the line are already dreaming...

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Philippine 2010 Presidential Elections

Funny campaign antics from traditional politicians are airing over television networks. Here are some of them according to viewers and critics: 1. Villar - "Akala mo petiks yun pala hinde! akala mo conyo yun pala laking tondo..." this is a good advertisement worth hundreds of millions. Senator Villar started campaigning two years ago. He helped stranded OFWs come home and documented those helping events. Now he has a touchy...

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From The Wisdom Of Manoling... Sad But True

Spreading A Bad Virus... I was watching the commentary show of Manoling Morato last night aired at NBN 4. One particular discussion  that caught my attention was when Manoling fearlessly said that part of the blame in seating Senator Jamby Madrigal was actress Judy Ann Santos. He said that it was a mistake for Judy Ann Santos to endorse Senator Jamby Madrigal although he understood that the actress did it for a living. I...

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2010 Cordillera Elections (Sinu Ibutus Mu)

Its been a while since I've written something on Cordillera politics. Since 2010 election is upcoming, I will dedicate a part of this website to Cordillera politics covering Baguio, Benguet, Mt. Province, Abra, Kalinga, Apayao, Ifugao. A poll for voting on each province will also be presented. A simple forum will also help in discussing the credentials of candidates and their platforms /programs. This will aid/help us in finding...

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My Tribute To The Military Heroes During Disasters

To the Philippine Military, Navy and Special Departments... Thank You  You deserve it, a perfect adobo for you heroes. When disaster strikes, the AFP, especially those in the lower ranks are deployed to help in rescue and relief of victims. Despite being short equipped with emergency gadgets, they make ways to serve those who are in need. My tribute goes to those who are in the field, the foot soldiers.  Those who face...

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Hungry Crowd mobs distributors of 'Ondoy' relief goods

Typhoon Ondoy: Aftermath  More bodies found as Pasig flood caused by 'Ondoy' subsides<p><p>This page requires a higher version browser</p></p> For the latest Philippine news stories and videos, visit GMANews.TV Crowd mobs distributors of 'Ondoy' relief goods<p>This page requires a higher...

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Power Of Wang Wang Sirens

Philippine symbol of importance... "the wang wang" Grabe! To those residing in manila, have you noticed the show of power being displayed by some individuals particularly those with luxurious cars? Yeah, I bet you noticed. I was in a public bus from MOA going to SM North EDSA, it was 4pm and traffic was building up so fast. And true to guess, the monstrous traffic came. 30mins passed, 1 hour passed, almost 2 hours ...

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?Pepeng? leaves much of N. Luzon in the dark - Nation - GMANews.TV - Official Website of GMA News and Public Affairs - Latest Philippine News

Pepeng leaves much of N. Luzon in the dark - Nation - GMANews.TV - Official Website of GMA News and Public Affairs - Latest Philippine NewsShared via AddT...

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Early Election Ads and Political Gimmicks

What does it take to be voted? Name recall? Popularity? Looks? All these are just part of a large arsenal of political gimmicks that politicians practice. Some gimmiks that you can see almost every corner of this country are congratulatory gestures from aspiring and current politicians. Examples are as follows: 1. Happy Fiesta! FROM COUNCILOR PAPOGI (VOTE 2010!) 2. Happy Festival! FROM VOTE MAYOR PAPOGI 3. Congratulations to...

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Eulogy to the late martyr Bishop Alberto Ramento

Eulogy to the late martyr Bishop Alberto Ramento, D.D,  by JC delos Reyes SOLIDARITY PHILIPPINES Email add.: jcdelosreyes@ymail.com In his last homily moments before his brutal assassination, El Salvadoran Archbishop Oscar Romero as he reflected on Scripture proclaimed…“one must not love oneself so much as to avoid getting involved in the risks of life that history demands of us...those that fend of danger will lose...

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The Power Of Facebook

When Emotions Come In... While reading some random posts by some  friends at Facebook, I came across the article posted below and it was steaming hot with comments. I can't help but see what the fuzz was all about. After reading the main article and hundreds of comments/replies, I can say that Sen. Gordon was prosecuted and judged as guilty without defense. The main argument in the article may be true since most politicians...

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