Former Supreme Court Justice Antonio Carpio recently called the flood control scam the biggest corruption scandal in Philippine history. Bigger than any scandal during Martial Law. Bigger than all the other stories of corruption that have angered Filipinos for decades. Hearing something like that makes you stop and wonder — how can something this massive… Continue reading The Flood Control Scam: How Corruption Stole ₱421 Billion
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When Corruption Steals a Nation
Corruption has become so normal in the Philippines that many no longer react with shock. People expect it. They talk about it over meals, in schools, on the streets, even joke about it like it’s just part of daily life. But behind the jokes and casual conversations, there is a deep pain. A country full… Continue reading When Corruption Steals a Nation
A Scroll Through Wishes
As I scrolled through my Facebook Newsfeed today, I couldn’t help but notice how much of it is now dominated by discussions—heated, hopeful, and sometimes hostile—about the upcoming elections in the Philippines. It’s as if the platform transformed into a public plaza, buzzing with virtual voices of support, criticism, and speculation. Everyone seems to be… Continue reading A Scroll Through Wishes
Sara Duterte: The President We Never Had—But Hopefully Will Someday
In the last presidential election, many of us had high hopes that Sara Duterte would run for the highest position in the land. As the daughter of former President Rodrigo Duterte, she carried with her the legacy of a strong and often controversial leadership. Her father was known for his firm hand, his no-nonsense approach… Continue reading Sara Duterte: The President We Never Had—But Hopefully Will Someday
The Excitement and Challenges of the Upcoming Elections in the Philippines
The Philippines is once again entering a very important time: election season. This May, millions of Filipinos will go out to vote in both local and national elections. It’s a moment that brings so much energy, hope, and sometimes even fear across the country. Elections in the Philippines are never boring. They are colorful, emotional,… Continue reading The Excitement and Challenges of the Upcoming Elections in the Philippines
