This poem was written by Gelacio Guillermo in 1998 in the heat of the debates on the Visiting Forces Agreement (VFA). Written in Filipino, this creates scenarios if the VFA were approved, a decision that the Philippine Senate eventually did in 1999. The recent case of the alleged rape of a young woman by six…
Day: November 19, 2005
Injustice Amid Subservience
The chances that justice will come for the 22-year-old Filipina who has accused six US soldiers of raping her last November 1 inside the former US base in Subic, Olongapo City is no better than previous cases of rape and even homicide that were lodged against members of the US military during the heyday of…
Filipinos in Canada Deprofessionalized, Deskilled
Canada, like New Zealand, is a destination of choice among Filipinos who dream of working and living abroad. But not only are they sent to remote areas, Filipinos who are lucky enough to get accepted end up in low-paying jobs. By EDWIN C. MERCURIO Bulatlat.com Toronto, Canada – Despite having a high level of education,…
Benguet Truckers Buckle Under NLEX Fee
As a result of the 80% hike in toll fees at the North Luzon Expressway (NLEX), Benguet truckers and traders warned that they may soon be forced to increase their prices to cope with the increased delivery costs. BY Kim Quitasol Northern Dispatch Posted by Bulatlat.com BAGUIO CITY— Benguet traders delivering fruits and vegetables to…
Hacienda Serafica Farm Workers Hold Picket
While most people rared to go back to work last Nov. 6 after a long vacation, farm workers of Hacienda Serafica who have long been suffering from unjust working conditions have decided to stop working and hold a picket. According to them, they intend to stay until their demands are met. By Johann Hein B.…
Why the Media Love ‘Digong’
He is comfortable around journalists, who are, in turn, easily fascinated by him. By Germelina Lacorte Davaotoday.com Posted by Bulatlat.com DAVAO CITY — Just by looking at how media people swarm City Hall every time he is around, he is probably the city’s most covered mayor. He attracts journalists without even trying, says Jon Joaquin,…
In Full Control
Using his unmatched political savvy, Mayor Rodrigo Duterte has kept the City Council under his thumb. By Germelina Lacorte Davaotoday.com Posted by Bulatlat.com DAVAO CITY – A few months ago, war erupted at the City Council. It was between a large group of people identified with Mayor Rodrigo Duterte against a smaller group of people…