Philippine Opposition still lacks a POPULAR united front critical to a 2022 win

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Philippine Opposition still lacks a POPULAR united front critical to a 2022 win

“Dutertismo” is supposedly a label coined by the Philippine Opposition to encapsulate the character of the administration of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte. It is, of course, widely known that the character of the Duterte presidency is marked by strong words, a cult of personality, and a virulent nationalist sentiment. The latter — strong nationalism —…

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Politics

When did the dispute between the Philippines and China REALLY begin?

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When did the dispute between the Philippines and China REALLY begin?

Here we go again. Retired former Supreme Court Justice Antonio Carpio writes yet again in his latest piece “China does not possess the [West Philippine Sea]” published on the Inquirer. He continues to assert ad nauseum that Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is “sending a message to oil and gas companies with Service Contracts from the…

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Business, Development

On the San Beda alumni petition against Duterte’s South China Sea statements

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On the San Beda alumni petition against Duterte’s South China Sea statements

I have refrained from political posts on my Facebook account in deference to my friends who are on the opposite side of the political fence, so please indulge me on this issue of the San Beda alumni community petition that President Rodrigo Duterte retract his statements on the South China Sea row with China because…

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Government, Politics

2022 presidentiables: political baggage and business friendliness as major criteria

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2022 presidentiables: political baggage and business friendliness as major criteria

I was discussing with a friend on Messenger the other night about potential Presidential candidates and we narrowed it down to three probables in case Sara Duterte doesn’t run. It came down to Manila Mayor Isko Moreno, former Senator Bongbong Marcos (BBM), and convicted mutineer Antonio Trillanes. His preference was for Isko because Trillanes he…

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Business, Politics

Opposition “thought leaders” lack mental fortitude and rely on shallow social interaction to feel relevant

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Opposition “thought leaders” lack mental fortitude and rely on shallow social interaction to feel relevant

Pandemic blues. It appears that the pandemic has also affected the mindset of the Opposition. Millennials and those younger than them are all criticizing the government for its pandemic response. You see them on Twitter manifesting mental weakness. They are the biggest voting bloc. These 21-49 year olds number 40 million as of the last…

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Politics, Society

Opposition reliance on Rabiya Mateo to deliver political messages proves their lack of leadership

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Opposition reliance on Rabiya Mateo to deliver political messages proves their lack of leadership

Filipinos’ obsession with beauty contests seems to be at a zenith nowadays with this year’s Miss Universe contestant Rabiya Mateo put up as a national hero by legions of fawning fans. Mateo seems to have been a particular favourite of “thought leaders” of the Philippine Opposition, specifically the Yellowtard bloc (rabid supporters of the Aquino-Cojuangco…

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Glitz and Glamour, Politics

Convicted mutineer Antonio Trillanes presidentiable bid deals severe blow to Brand Leni Robredo

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Convicted mutineer Antonio Trillanes presidentiable bid deals severe blow to Brand Leni Robredo

Less than 12 months to the 2022 presidential election and the first major Opposition presidentiable bid — one coming from former “senator” and convicted mutineer Antonio Trillanes — sets back rather than progresses efforts to unify the Philippine Opposition against the camp of popular incumbent President Rodrigo Duterte. In an announcement Trillanes issued over Twitter…

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Politics

With exactly 12 months to go before the 2022 Philippine Election, the Opposition is in disarray

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With exactly 12 months to go before the 2022 Philippine Election, the Opposition is in disarray

Today’s Working Day One of the 12-month homestretch to the 2022 national elections. As much as the COVID-19 pandemic rages, the Philippine Opposition sputters. They still lack a vision to pitch the Filipino voter and a credible leader to deliver that pitch. Much of the previous year was invested by the Opposition propping up presumptive…

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Media, Politics