Urgent priority
The recent barrage of typhoons left a trail of devastation across the Philippines, exposing the country’s vulnerabilities to extreme weather events. While rehabilitation efforts are underway, the government must take a proactive approach to...
A waste of time
Congressional hearings are meant to “aid legislation,” yet the current investigation of former President Rodrigo Duterte appears to be less about drafting laws and more about mounting a thinly veiled prosecution. How lawmakers have...
Where are those trees?
Countless tree-planting drives are held every year with enthusiasm, yet forests remain bare, and tree shortages persist. Deforestation continues at a disturbing rate, with newly planted saplings and mature trees alike falling prey to...
Independence, not dependency
Debt of gratitude holds a revered place in Filipino culture, representing loyalty and honor among family and community. However, wise politicians have weaponized this value, exploiting the poor’s gratitude for personal gain by offering...
Make farming compulsory
The abundance of idle farmlands is a pressing concern in our country which is struggling with food security. These lands, often kept barren as their owners wait for property values to rise, represent missed...