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Category Archives: Politics

Flagging Independence

It’s the time of the year when street hawkers include the Philippine flag among their line of products. The blue, red and white with three stars and an eight-rayed sun scores a prominent spot beyond the flag poles of schools and government buildings.

June 11, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Battle of the Carpetbaggers

Manny Pacquiao and Roy Chiongbian have been at each other’s throats lately, each one accusing the other of not being a resident of Sarangani. The two are gunning for the lone congressional seat of the province.

February 15, 2010 · Leave a Comment

Surprises

So now Bongbong Marcos supports sustainable wind energy and Juan Ponce Enrile advocates for my personal happiness. The surprising things we learn about our politicians during election time.

February 13, 2010 · Leave a Comment

If Kids Could Vote

My five-year-old niece was watching TV when the ubiquitous Manny Villar ad came on. She readily started singing along with the annoyingly infectious jingle: Nakaligo ka na ba sa dagat ng basura? Nagpasko ka na ba gitna ng kalsada?

February 6, 2010 · 1 Comment
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