Category: Politics

Malaysia and the Philippines: corruption and cheating are all part of ‘the game’

Posted on By Ilda 73 Comments on Malaysia and the Philippines: corruption and cheating are all part of ‘the game’
Malaysia and the Philippines: corruption and cheating are all part of ‘the game’

While I was reading news about Malaysia’s recently-concluded election, I could not help but shake my head; it was as if I was reading about the Philippines. Some of the things that were being said about the Malaysian government and its society could likewise be said about the Philippine government and its society too. It…

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Government, Media, Politics, Society

How To Win Friends And Influence People Noynoy Style

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How To Win Friends And Influence People Noynoy Style

    But the thrill we’ve never known Is the thrill that’ll getcha When you get your picture On the cover of the Rollin’ Stone Wanna see my picture on the cover Wanna buy five copies for my mother Wanna see my smilin’ face On the cover the cover of the Rollin’ Stone Cover of…

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Culture, Government, Media, Politics

Is it right for President Noynoy Aquino to actively campaign for his favoured candidates?

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Is it right for President Noynoy Aquino to actively campaign for his favoured candidates?

Sure it is not illegal. But is it ethical? Perhaps Filipinos are such a confused lot that they no longer are able to tell right from wrong. According to a Businessweek report, the amount of time and effort spent by the President is not insignificant… Philippine President Benigno Aquino spent a third of his working…

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Politics

It is in the Filipinos’ best interest that Noynoy stay alive until the 2016 elections are over

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It is in the Filipinos’ best interest that Noynoy stay alive until the 2016 elections are over

President Noynoy Aquino’s health has been a concern ever since the start of his term. He is known as an avid smoker. He claims that his job causes him an unbearable amount of stress. What doesn’t help is that he gets lots of criticism due to his gaffes and goof-ups. Uncle Peping reportedly didn’t mince…

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Civics, Government, Politics

Loren Legarda and communist candidates: All a politician really wants is to win the election

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Loren Legarda and communist candidates: All a politician really wants is to win the election

Election Day approaches. Question is So what? It’s a big deal only as far as the Media and a handful of ‘social media practitioners’ say it is. Other than that what is really at stake for the ordinary Pinoy schmoe? In support of one manok or another, some “experts” will warn the average voter to…

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Education, Politics, Society

Do a Little Dance, Make a Little Love, Get Down Tonight!

Posted on By Hector Gamboa 58 Comments on Do a Little Dance, Make a Little Love, Get Down Tonight!
Do a Little Dance, Make a Little Love, Get Down Tonight!

The quote below is credited to Spanish soldier Marcos de Isaba during the 1580s… “These nations outside of Spain that are subjects, friends or allies of His Majesty, are by nature inconstant, unreliable, restive and seditious. The greatness of our king and blessed name of Spaniard have few friends. In the past Spaniards were well…

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Politics, Religion

Should we junk the minimum wage law in the Philippines?

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Should we junk the minimum wage law in the Philippines?

Workers unite! But then ask the question: Unite to do what exactly? That slogan has been around for more than two centuries now, and though many “activist” elements out there might want us to believe that their “fight” was what put iPhones in our hands, WiFI signals in our living rooms, and Hong Kong vacations…

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Development, Economy, Lifestyle, Politics

Are You Willing To Pay For Bembol Roco’s Trip To Cannes?

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Are You Willing To Pay For Bembol Roco’s Trip To Cannes?

    I do wish the government can send Bembol Roco to Cannes for the premiere of his movie Maynila Sa Kuko Ng Liwanag. #cannes #grant #leadactor — Erik Matti (@ErikMatti) April 29, 2013       I hope this is a fair question to ask in this case and in any case when someone…

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Glitz and Glamour, Government, Politics