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Philippine Elections 2010: Who to vote for?
Posted by roanne in Personal Moods, Philippines, Politics on May 4, 2010
Fine. I’m feeling all so worked up recently because of one thing that some may find silly but actually isn’t.
I’m falling my face flat onto this deep quandary. I could never get this poetic! Lolol. Maybe, it’s because of the hormones and the unusual sleep patterns (I’m an insomniac btw). Hence:
I still do not have a slightest idea on who to vote for as President.
My mind is boggled especially at this very moment. May 10 is just less than a week away, and I hafta make up my mind before shading the first circle. Pressure is rising as I’m deeply contemplative on resolving this crisis of what it seems to be more of a conundrum that my noggin just can’t handle.
It’s easy to separate the grain from chaff, but what if there are too many chaffs to see and none of the freshest, highest-grade grain available? Am I overlooking at something?
You see, I’ve got like 4-5 candidates who seem capable of handling such position, but issues have been thrown here and there which constantly put their names into question. False Denigration or True Claim as they appear, they cloud my judgment still.
Anyway, here’s a roundup of some of these presidentiables:
One had already been convicted of plunder. You can already consider him a senile, and thus he is somewhat off my list.
One clearly seems to be the Michael Bloomberg of our country, yet his impoverished-then background and reputation are being put into question. Is he struggling for more than the bounteous wealth he possesses at this day and age?
One was considered a taciturn. But, thanks to his mom and dad, he has risen up from oblivion, and has come out from his shell and claimed the spotlight. Still, am I fighting for this own person’s goodwill, or am I precariously fighting for someone else’s hidden agenda in the guise of the mom and dad’s imagery?
One is considerably the most ideal of all. He’s got the brains, the fervor and drive, the indubitable skills and capabilities, and the clearest platform. But then again, I don’t want this hobbit and her lust for power reign supreme for another year, decade, score or even a century (if she can)! Lolol. But seriously, there is doubt, namely the present government, which clearly besmirches his good name.
One has a proven track record on a certain province back then. He’s also considerably competent, has the required skill set, and is up for a challenge. But then again, I cannot help but consider his indirect (or covert) connection to the present administration.
Anyway, I may rather be cynical about this, but this is what is exactly in my mind right now. Anyhow, I still have six days to go to make up my mind…
Cory Aquino, the Mother of Philippine Democracy, is Free
Posted by roanne in Corazon Aquino, Philippines, Politics on August 1, 2009
Update: A funeral will be held in La Salle Greenhills for two-day public viewing.
…from pain at least. The first female president of the Philippines died today at exactly 3:18 am. This was confirmed by her son Noynoy Aquino who issued a poignant statement regarding her passing about a couple of hours after her death.
She was diagnosed with colon cancer a year ago, and was recently admitted to Makati Medical Center for over a month ’til her demise.
By her bedside were all her children, close relatives and friends. She was 76.
Her remains will be brought in Heritage Memorial Park in Makati for funeral preparations, a TV news broke in earlier this morning. A possible though not yet confirmed state funeral will be set, allowing everyone for public viewing.
Remembering Corazon Aquino
Cory Aquino’s life was very proactive, particularly on the political scene. A grieving wife to the late Senator Ninoy Aquino, she fought for democracy by means of People Power to depose Marcos’ 20 years of dictatorship. She admitted not having any knowledge regarding Presidency when she first stepped into the office in 1986. She was a nominal head to her vice president for a year, until she assumed her position on March 1986.
She was a Nobel Peace Prize Nominee, and was Time Magazine’s Woman of the Year.
I had no fond, fervid memories of Cory Aquino, I must admit. I only see her in the news, especially when there’s a rally abound akin to People Power, also trying to depose a corrupt figure head of state. I’m not a great fan of Politics. But, if a certain issue affects me so much, I can be politically motivated to fight for a cause (such as saying No to ConAss).
I guess, one thing we have in common is our love for democracy, thanks to the Athenians. She reminded me of Pericles, the greatest democratic leader of Ancient Greece, and considered a figure of political history.
Corazon Aquino: On a Personal Note
This is a first hand account story told my aunt during the Aquino administration.
She was looking for a job after graduating from college. Amidst the job-hunting, she flashed an idea of writing to the president, asking for help. She thought it was just a silly spur of whim, and never realized that to materialize. Surprisingly, Cory Aquino, who was the Philippine president back then, returned to her letter. She helped her[aunt] getting a job in a government institution–National Electrification Administration (NEA).
Some leaders may ignore a commoner’s plea, but she listened. Truly, her compassion for people is outstanding. That’s something we will sorely miss.
No to ConArse!
Posted by roanne in Conass, HR 1109, Personal Moods, Philippines, Politics on June 5, 2009
I won’t be throwing lengthy litanies regarding this matter. But, for those of you who are not residing in the Philippines, and do not have a clue about this ConAss or ConArse thing, let me just enlighten you:
On the night of June 2, 2009, some shameful members of the Philippine Congress desperately pushed for this House Resolution No. 1109, setting up a Constituent Assembly (hence, ConAss) for charter change, which gravely threatens our democracy and its tenets we have embraced and nurtured since 1987.
These contemptible degenerates-slash-assholes belonging mostly to the majority block has no regard or respect to the country, its sovereignty and its citizens. I feel so ashamed that our representative of 4th District in Quezon City, Cong. Matthias Defensor, is one of these democratic traitors who supported such vile House bill. Oh well, what can you expect from him? He is the father of Mike Defensor, who is undoubtedly a staunch ally of the corrupt Arroyo administration. Truly, birds of the same feather flock together.
Jeopardizing the fate of our constitution by this resolution in the evil hopes of proliferating the Arroyos’ and its cronies’ power is just flat out abominable, unacceptable and sickening to the stomach. Thus, we are not idiots who cannot read between the lines that Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo wants to extend her presidential term into years and years to come, in the guise of this rubbish, purportedly innocuous bill.
My Say to HR 1109:
More Posts regarding HR 1109:
Oppose Constituent Assembly – About my Recovery
Bloggers on Conass – Caffeine Sparks
Manuel L. Quezon III’s Inquirer Column – The Phoney War
Showdown? – Manuel L. Quezon III
Filipino Voices Contributor Cocoy’s take on HR 1109 – Filipino Voices
Primer Pagunuran’s Postscript to HB 1109 – Filipino Voices

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