Tatak Pinoy
As I was browsing the comments on my previous FB post, some lamented that there…
Filing of cases against Duterte et al.
Our corrupt politicians should be brought before our local courts, as the Quadcom demands. That should be the case. The problem is, I am sure that if they are convicted of their crimes, they will once again be confined to hospitals or wheelchairs and spend the remainder of their sentences there or under house arrest,…
Come Next Election…
Every Filipino should recognize their own value, regardless of their status as ordinary citizens. We must confront the reality that many of our elected officials and government representatives are often untrustworthy. If we continue to support this behavior, we enable their ongoing incompetence and misuse of power. It’s crucial that we stand firm and refuse…
Sara Duterte and DepEd
The situation regarding Sara Duterte and the confidential and intelligence funding linked to her role is quite confusing. Under Vice President Sara Duterte, the Department of Education (DepEd) has received a substantial amount of confidential funds, leading to questions about whether the department genuinely requires such resources. Duterte has claimed that these funds will be…
Government Confidential Funds?
Confidential funds, often called “slush funds,” are essential government resources that bypass standard budgeting rules. They are critical for intelligence gathering, counterterrorism operations, and maintaining national security. Reasons to Support Confidential Funds: 1. National Security: These funds are crucial for protecting our nation and conducting sensitive operations. 2. Emergency Response: They provide immediate resources for…
Only in the Philippine (Politics)
The most compelling evidence of Philippine’s political system’s troubling decline is the increasing presence of celebrities—actors, actresses, and comedians—in our legislative and executive branches, including local governments. We are putting the creation and implementation of laws in the hands of individuals who lack formal training in law or public administration. This situation underscores a crucial…
How do wicked officials get elected?
There are a bunch of reasons why people might vote for dreadful officials, even when it’s clearly a bad idea: 1. Not Knowing the Facts: Voters often don’t realize a candidate is bad because there isn’t enough transparency or because the media isn’t covering it well. 2. Feeling a Connection: Many voters feel a personal…
Philippine House Quad Committee
Many are curious about the implications of former President Duterte’s admission to killing suspected drug offenders. The Quad Committee, however, cannot pass judgment. So, what is the purpose of these hearings? Will the findings from these hearings be admissible in a court of law? The findings from congressional hearings hold significant potential for impacting legal…
A Drop in The Bucket?
Many of the messages I receive in my inbox express a common sentiment: we have little choice but to purchase products made in China due to the lack of affordable alternatives. This observation is accurate. Chinese manufacturers can offer their products at low prices—often perceived as inferior in quality—because of high demand and strategic business…
EJK, POGO, and Chinese spies.
Here in the Philippines, a congressional investigation has revealed a scandal involving the previous government’s anti-drug campaign, Pogo operations, and a spy network. Former and current senior government officials, Filipino and foreign individuals, and Chinese nationals, including Alice Guo, are implicated. Testimonies and evidence suggest connections between the former government’s anti-drug campaign and illegal Pogo…
