Archive for August, 2007
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“Noynoy” Aquino sees a “chilling similarity” between the Arroyo regime’s unconcern over the extra-judicial killings and the Marcos government’s indifference to the killing of his father. He is mistaken on at least two points: the Arroyo regime is not so much unconcerned over the extra judicial killings as it is presiding over them. And whatever similarity there is between the two regimes ends where the current one has outstripped the other in the sheer number of extra-judicial killings during its relatively brief, supposedly democratic watch.
The fascist mindset of the Arroyo government is reflected in the logic of Marikina City Mayor Marides Fernando, in justifying urban militarization, that “order precedes peace.” That is the logic of the all-out wars in Central Luzon, Southern Tagalog, Bicol, Samar and Leyte, Cagayan Valley, CARAGA region, among others, and recently in Basilan and Sulu. That is also the logic of dictators and militarists, of vigilante groups and death squads.
From Isabela, the trip to the town of Lamitan took us an hour. In the past, the journey took two hours because of the rugged limestone road. During rainy season, it turned into a sea of mud. Then American soldiers came to the island the previous year for joint military exercises with their Filipino counterparts and, to demonstrate their government’s altruism, they also conducted medical missions, improved roads and other infrastructure, and funded livelihood projects for the people of Basilan.
MANILA — Senator Antonio F. Trillanes yesterday said he supports the call of Senator Panfilo Lacson for the Senate to re-investigate the “Hello, Garci?” tapes scandal, saying that officers and men of the Armed Forces of the Philippines are very much interested in unraveling the truth behind the controversy that continue to haunt the nation. [...]
The families of victims of enforced disappearances under the banner of Desaparecidos and the human rights alliance KARAPATAN today welcomed the news that the Manalo brothers had escaped their military captors and tormentors. We likewise share the hope of the Cadapan and Empeño families with the news that the Manalo brothers saw Sherlyn and [...]
By REP. LIZA MAZA
Has the Philippine government issued directives to all our embassies abroad to bar people, especially women, from entering the country and have internship with Gabriela? Are we now a proscribed organization that visitors of Gabriela are being prohibited from connecting with us. Or is the government paving the way for our proscription under the Human Security Act?
By CARLOS H. CONDE
The Marcoses, who ruled the Philippines for more than two decades and whose name has been synonymous with corruption, extravagance and brutality, are enjoying a popular revival. The Marcoses’ return to the limelight, analysts say, is due in part to the government’s failure to prosecute them successfully for corruption, despite what investigators call a vast amount of evidence, spanning the two decades from 1965 through their fall from power in 1986, linking various family members to massive theft of government resources.
Bringing new meaning to the words ‘natural beauty,’ vegetarian actress Alyssa Milano dons a spectacular full-length gown made of lettuce leaves – with accents of kale and an asparagus bodice—in PETA Asia-Pacific’s sexy new campaign, “Gawing Gulay ang Buhay: Go Vegetarian!” Alyssa wears a gown made entirely of greenery including green leaf lettuce, red leaf lettuce, kale, and more than 2 dozen spears of asparagus.
By CARLOS H. CONDE
Errors in government-approved textbooks used in Filipino public schools are reinforcing fears that crucial language skills are degenerating in a country that has long prided itself on having some of the world’s best English speakers. At a time when English is widely considered an advantage in global competitiveness for any country, many fear this former U.S. colony is slipping.
By CARLOS H. CONDE
The Balikatan exercise in Basilan in 2002 has always been sold to the public as a success story — indeed, as a model for how the U.S. military should engage other nations in the fight against terrorism. Five years later, it is clear that the Abu Sayyaf remains a threat on the island, and its continued presence there is proving to be embarrassing both for Manila and Washington, experts say.
Reds seek activation of NPA hit squads in cities After Ampatuan Massacre, 2009 a Record Year for Journalist Killings Worldwide CHR to military: Respect and protect human rights during martial law in Maguindanao Maguindanao, its political elite and a culture subservient to corruption U.S. Must Improve Responsiveness to Mass Atrocities; Absent UN Action, Make Clear Willingness to Act on Its Own, Says New CFR Report Martial law dilutes the Philippines’s human rights and democratic gains Martial law in Maguindanao sets ‘most dangerous precedent’ Lawyers will wear black armbands, ribbons in courts Law group shall file plunder cases against President Arroyo et al. UN Experts: Maguindanao massacre must be the start of a major reform process
Arroyo’s oil-price control a publicity stunt, cries Ibon Political Bloodbath Continues: Widow of Slain Activist Shot Dead New Wave of Protests Against Charter Change Set in April Comelec’s Automation to Worsen Election Fraud — Watchdog 2008: Another Bad Year for the Philippine Press ‘Unemployment Figures Wrong; Number of Jobless Higher’ ‘Nicole Is Not the Enemy’ ‘Nicole’: ‘My Conscience Bothers Me’ Is the Call Center Industry a Bright Spot for New Graduates? 6 Great Ways to Vent Your Frustrations Eating Dirt Is Actually Good For Children Australia Offers 150 Scholarship Slots for Philippines, Asia-Pacific mamert dolera: The horrible maguindanao massacre displays the “crueltiest 221; act of political warlordism... Don Untalan: I am also interested to buy (AROD) and the tall hybreed variety. Pls advice where to buy from Manila,... scott: Sports and politics do not mix. But the economy of the Philippines relies on Pacqiao. How much money would a... Bernadine Ebo: nov.11,2009 4:45 my husband and i wants to adopt