Tag Archives: activism

Will the Philippines prosper if we change its system of government?

Posted on May 11, 2013 by benign0

Can a change in system of government really change the development trajectory of an entire nation? Perhaps so, but the complexity of any causal link that might exist between a system of government and the future success — or failure … Continue reading →

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Lead up to fiesta elections: Has Philippine democratic politics changed at all?

Posted on April 23, 2013 by benign0

From the little window through which I take stock of the landscape of issues that describe the lead up to the May 2013 elections, I’d say — surprise surprise — things haven’t changed much. A lot of developments have supposedly … Continue reading →

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Modern Idolatry and the Social Media

Posted on April 3, 2013 by benign0

Two days after April Fools’ Day and I am still reeling in from the bitter truth that we are living in the days of a perpetual practical joke, with the general public being its perennial victims. Where jokes usually end … Continue reading →

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