The inscrutable Marcos Jr
The writer argues: "Marcos Jr. is not redeemed. Neither is he simply his father reborn. That makes him harder to oppose—and harder to trust. The citizen’s task is not to love…
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Why Philippine Christmas begins in September
The long Christmas is a necessary prelude—a gathering of strength before leaner months, the writer says, adding that when Filipinos celebrate early and long, they are not…
Floods and Filipino hydrological amnesia
The writer says that despite the country's unmistakable aquatic identity, it behaves more like a continental territory struggling against water rather than a maritime society…
Confronting the Philippine corruption crisis
The writer says: "The public outrage is not just about numbers. It is about the spectacle of a government that appears indistinguishable from a criminal syndicate, looting while…
Why the Philippines needs a corruption museum
The writer says: "A museum would be more than history. It would be pedagogy. It would show young Filipinos what corruption really means: the use of public office for private gain."
America’s authoritarian drift: Lessons for the Philippines
No country mirrors the US constitutional and political design more than the Philippines'.
Marcos Jr. in the shadow of Marcos Sr.
The President's recent moves show greater political decisiveness than previously assumed, but some distinctions remain between Mr. Marcos Jr. and his father.
The fall of Bashar al-Assad: Lessons of transition
History offers cautionary tales for Syria. Libya and Iraq, both torn apart after the fall of autocratic regimes, failed to establish stable political orders. These examples…
Transforming the Philippine political landscape
Comprehending the complex and interconnected challenges facing the Philippines necessitates a multidisciplinary approach that considers political, economic, socio-cultural,…
A veteran journalist’s call for action
Santos, a journalist for over 60 years, began his talk by highlighting the despair reflected in the question, “Who among us is ready to die for the country?” which was asked…