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...
Impose Strict monitoring
In a country where typhoons, earthquakes, and other natural calamities occur frequently, only the most resilient structures can safeguard lives and properties. Anything less than strict adherence to high construction standards and thorough inspections...
Funny or sad
There’s something oddly comical when two rival political giants suddenly decide to join forces, divvying up the positions they once fought tooth and nail to win. It’s like watching the climax of a long-running...
Remembering our veterans
The remaining Filipino veterans of World War II are fast disappearing, and their plight demands urgent attention. Many of them have not fully received the recognition and support they deserve, despite their immense sacrifices....
Far from over
The end of the drug war was supposed to mark a shift towards a more humane and strategic approach to addressing the drug problem in the Philippines. Yet, reports of drug proliferation resurfacing in...