Sobrang excited na ako magvote. Gusto ko na. hahaha. Kaya I made my own list (which my mom says she will consider using hehehe).
SENATORS
1. Escudero - I'm hoping he runs for president in 2010 because I will really be voting for him. Despite being a product of a political dynasty (His father was I think a senator too), he's certainly got the dynamism to get pass the shadow of his father. He represents the much needed infusion of fresh and young blood into the Senate that does not engage in excessive political bickering and mudslinging. He stands firm on issues and has the charisma to get his point across.
// sa kanya lang ako mageexplain, siya lang talaga ang super gusto ko. haha.
2. Aquino
3. Pangilinan
4. Alan Cayetano
5. Arroyo - could have been number 2 kaso he went to TU.
6. Roco
7. Legarda
8. Lacson
9. Villar
//beyond this line ay yung mga candidates na I don't really like that much pero I'd vote for them to complete my list.
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10. Pimentel - nakakaasar ang ad niya, hayagang political dynasty
11. Angara - Sci & tech daw ang isa sa mga platforms niya
12. Zubiri - can write laws better than the rest of the remaining candidates
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So what are my criteria?
1. Well being in the opposition or generally non-administration is a factor. Even if the administration machinery does not work for the senatorial race, it's almost a given that it would take the house and the local elections. Making sure the opposition has a healthy margin (kahit magkapalitan ng sides) to keep set one more check and balance to total administration control of the entire government.
2. They have to show integrity on being firm on the issues. Walang problema magpalit ng sides basta issue-driven. I think the 9 candidates have that integrity.
3. They must be able to show the qualities of a true legislator - someone who looks at the issues and can give new and efficient solutions to them and most importantly, can translate them in actual law. Parang programming yan (di ba Clar?), madaling magsabi ng solution, pero mahirap itransform into a working code given all the constraints and complexities. I wouldn't expect that kind of ability from someone who started with being a doctor, a member of the executive branch or an actor - especially kung ang credentials na pinapakita nila ay somewhat unrelated sa quality na toh.
4. They must at least seem to not be interested in corrupt practices. You can never really know pero may ibang candidates talaga na mas may propensity than most. One indicator na ginagamit ng tatay ko is their wealth. If they're rich, they'll less likely steal from government. I'm not really sure kung accurate toh. I guess ang only way is really looking into issues past and future. Mahirap eto talaga idetermine.
Basically, that's it. haha.
Sobra pala ang trust na binibigay sa voters. Ang tanging qualifications lang ng isang senator ay:
1. natural born citizen
2. at least 35 years of age
3. literate
4. registered voter
5. resident of the Philippines for not less than two years
Yun lang o. The rest is up to the conscience of the voter to choose what is for the best of the nation. I hope there will come a time when that trust will no longer be misplaced.
May command votes kaya silang makukuha sa pagendorse ko sa kanila? bwahahaha.
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EXTRA:
Kakakausap lang sa akin ni Cecile. Sabi raw ng ninang niya, wala raw nagawa si Chiz para sa constituents niya. Di ko alam pero ang usual translation kasi ng nagawa ay mga daang natapos o schools na nabuo (yun ang credentials na pinapakita ng congressman running for mayor dito sa amin).
Here's my opinion on this: Ang isang congressman ay representative ng isang district sa isang national assembly. So ang trabaho niya, magrepresent sa district na yun sa pagbuo ng mga batas for the nation. By definition, ang legislator ay gumagawa lang ng batas at ang representative ay nagmamake sure lang na ang mga batas na yun ay makakatulong din para sa constituents niya.
So kung sa legislative record na lang din, 9 years na siyang congressman at andami niya nang naipropose na national bills. I know senators na ang mga bills lang na naiffile ay pagbabago ng pangalan ng mga streets. Check out his site: www.chizescudero.com.
Dun siguro sa pagpapagawa ng mga roads at schools, dun pumapasok ang pork barrel. I don't really know, di naman ako taga sorsogon pero baka kasi dahil hindi siya administration, hindi nairerelease sa kanya ang pork barrel funds niya. Di ko alam ah. It happens pero speculation lang toh.
Tapos why do I like Chiz so much? Because he has so much potential. Technically bata pa siya sa politics pero kakikitaan mo na ng leadership qualities. The opposition is composed of true opposition by issue, mga dismayadong dating administration, mga maiingay at grand-standing na congressman at mga leftists. His minority leadership showed his leadership potential. Isipin mo, he was able to unite all these different opposition groups into one solid bloc capable of making the administration tremble in fear of an impending impeachment. If one can unite these totally different people, he has the potential of uniting the Filipino people! hahaha.
Tapos may integrity, credibility, charisma and ability pa to match. Sana talaga magpresidente na siya. hahaha.
Sunday, May 13, 2007
Why WE should care
The usual TV battle is this: CNN/News programs and science channels vs Karl's cartoons and sometimes vs Mom's soap operas and showbiz talk shows. Although these battles are quite common in households with TV and cable, the channels that are fought for do not usually include my choices hehe. Ang nerd noh? But I don’t know. We don’t really have a newspaper subscription so I can only read it once a week (at my lola’s) so I’d have to settle with news programs on TV.
I am used to watching World News on CNN at least once a day (kapag may cable kami hehe), TV Patrol everyday, listening to DZMM on the car and staying tuned especially in special events like the televised impeachment trials, the canvassing of votes, the congressional hearings and debates etc. etc.
I guess this peculiarity can be explained by my “obsession” in following the real life soap operas of politics here in the Philippines and the world in general. I don’t know. As much as my mom always wants to catch how Jackie cries over Ellie or Celine argues with JB, I always want to be in-the-know with the latest here and around the world. Siguro more than my insatiable curiosity (I always want to be the first to know – kaya siguro nagengjourn), I feel I am part of history when I witness history made through the lens of the cameras, the microphones and the eyes of the reporters.
I used to tell my parents I was watching for bonus points in Social Science (para payagan during weekdays :P) and well it was true when I was in grade school. But when I entered a school run by the government, it was more of knowing the issues that could very well determine if I would keep my four-year scholarship in PSHS (imagine kung nagkacoup tapos ang unang nangyari pala pinatanggal nila ang Pisay – saying sa pera. Scary. Haha). But I read this article written by Randy David in the Inquirer: <http://opinion.inquirer.net/inquireropinion/columns/view_article.php?article_id=63092>
And it gave me a better reason to care.
And the part that struck me is this:
“A building or structure collapses when its pillars and trusses fold into one another, making them unable to perform their support function. Strong societies, like strong buildings, distribute their weight efficiently among a number of differentiated support systems. When one of these systems fails, the framework may be compromised, but chances are it will remain standing, allowing time to repair the broken part.
This is not what happens when a society’s stability is made to depend almost entirely on a single dominant system—such as the political system, in our case. The crisis of Philippine politics has spread across the whole social system, dangerously dragging down every institution in its path.”
Nakakalungkot, but it’s true. Politics is slowly spreading its roots on our entire way of life. Education, business, the legal system, religion and society in general is slowly being engulfed in the mire of politics. And with the road Philippine politics is treading – a road to perdition and collapse, it could very well be bringing all of us with it.
This is why we should care: because our way of life hangs in the balance.
Whenever we talk about politics in our family, it always ends with “wag na nga, nakakasawa na e”. The trend is because of the constant political bickering with little good results for the people, the citizenry is growing indifferent to politics. But, though this is true, we still give that occasional bribe to the mayor or congressman to expedite our business permits etc etc. This “I don’t care” attitude is almost equivalent to condoning the flaws of the system.
This is why we should care: because not caring means we are allowing the cancer of politics to grow and spread
Most people my age don’t even want to know anything about the elections simply because we still can’t vote. Sayang lang nga naman sa oras. It wouldn’t matter if we know about the candidates and decide who are the best for our country simply because in the end, it won’t matter, we can’t vote for them.
But actually it would matter. Political maturity does not happen overnight. Maturity comes with experience and what experience will we get from just watching Heroes or One Tree Hill and turning off the TV when we see the shows for voters’ education?
In the next elections come May 2010, we will be voting for the next president of the Philippines. And theoretically, our generation has the most power and a lot more at stake. I’m sure you remember that in the Philippines, the next generation is always larger than the previous one by an exponent. And if everyone in our generation and the youth would vote, we would by far have more power in number compared to the adults. Grabe, our generation could really change the nation if every single one of us votes.
Pero siyempre, the cliché statement “With great power comes great responsibility” still applies. And it is our responsibility to vote for the good of our nation. Political maturity is key in getting past the dirty tricks and deception that has characterized Philippine politics. It is exactly how we might hope to clean the system – by showing them guns, goons and gold don’t work with us. Therefore, it is our responsibility to make sure we are mature enough by 2010. It is not something we can cram like any other test. It requires us to take interest in what is happening in our country, knowing the issues, and the personalities involved in those issues.
So tomorrow, take part in guarding the votes. Watch the news, be involved, get interested, START CARING.
This is why WE the youth should start caring: because if we don’t, our future will be sucked into the black hole of dirty politics.
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Senseless na naman?
Pero dahil di ko pa matapos ung next post ko (sana bago ung deadline hahaha), e I will indulge in more senseless blog "games". Got tagged by cheska.
Each player of this games starts with 6 weird things about you. People who get tagged need to write a blog of their own 6 weird things as well as state the rule clearly. In the end, you need to choose 6 people to be tagged and list their names. Don’t forget to leave a comment that says you are tagged in their comments and tell them to read your blog.
1. Ang kryptonite ko ay suka. You know, ung vinegar, acetic acid, CH3COOH. I don't really know why. I'm not allergic to it as in it can cause inflammation etc etc pero ayaw ko talaga. I used to throw up when I smell it and would even eat away from the table kapag merong kumakain with suka. Siguro psychological ang "problem" in nature = sira ang ulo ko. hahahaha. pero yun talaga. I've even promised myself when I was young to rid the world of vinegar. hahaha.
2. I also do not use any of the usual sauces like ketshup, mustard, mayonnaise. Baka dahil may suka din sila hahaha (check the ketshup label next time) pero ayaw ko rin talaga. Di ko na kinakain kapag nalagyan na ng any of the three sauces.
3. Di rin po ako kumakain ng tinapay except certain variations such as pizza, cakes, garlic bread and unleavened bread. Sabi ko sa inyo may psychiatric problem ako hahaha.
4. Hindi rin ako nagsusuot (masyado ng sando) if I had the choice. Nung grade school kasi we were required to wear them pang ilalim ng polo so no choice pero when I got the option of t-shirts sa pisay, yun na talaga. Pambahay, panlakad lahat may sleeves. hahaha. Lahat ata from 1-4 nadevelop dahil sa paulit-ulit na hindi paggawa nung bata ako. astig pala ng nagagawa ng mga (hindi) natututunan during the formative years.
5. Noon (or sometimes pag di ko napapansin) kinakagat ko ung corners ng mga bimpo or panyo ko. I don't know why pero parang ang sarap kasi unlike chewing gum, less likely na makakagat mo yung dila mo while chewing on them. hahaha.
6. Di ko alam kung napansin niyo na pero I have this habit of pressing my hand against my ear. Actually ang point nun ilapit ung ear lobes ko so skin. Malamig kasi e. Something to do ata with konti lang ung blood vessels sa ear lobe at manipis kaya mabilis kumabit ung outside temperature. So pag malamig hinahawakan ko, pag mainit, un ung umiinit lalo. Nanghahawak din ako ng ear lobes ng ibang tao para makuha ko ung lamig. hehehehe.
So. I tag Clar, Ray2, Fatima, Andrew, Jane, Pito.
Each player of this games starts with 6 weird things about you. People who get tagged need to write a blog of their own 6 weird things as well as state the rule clearly. In the end, you need to choose 6 people to be tagged and list their names. Don’t forget to leave a comment that says you are tagged in their comments and tell them to read your blog.
1. Ang kryptonite ko ay suka. You know, ung vinegar, acetic acid, CH3COOH. I don't really know why. I'm not allergic to it as in it can cause inflammation etc etc pero ayaw ko talaga. I used to throw up when I smell it and would even eat away from the table kapag merong kumakain with suka. Siguro psychological ang "problem" in nature = sira ang ulo ko. hahahaha. pero yun talaga. I've even promised myself when I was young to rid the world of vinegar. hahaha.
2. I also do not use any of the usual sauces like ketshup, mustard, mayonnaise. Baka dahil may suka din sila hahaha (check the ketshup label next time) pero ayaw ko rin talaga. Di ko na kinakain kapag nalagyan na ng any of the three sauces.
3. Di rin po ako kumakain ng tinapay except certain variations such as pizza, cakes, garlic bread and unleavened bread. Sabi ko sa inyo may psychiatric problem ako hahaha.
4. Hindi rin ako nagsusuot (masyado ng sando) if I had the choice. Nung grade school kasi we were required to wear them pang ilalim ng polo so no choice pero when I got the option of t-shirts sa pisay, yun na talaga. Pambahay, panlakad lahat may sleeves. hahaha. Lahat ata from 1-4 nadevelop dahil sa paulit-ulit na hindi paggawa nung bata ako. astig pala ng nagagawa ng mga (hindi) natututunan during the formative years.
5. Noon (or sometimes pag di ko napapansin) kinakagat ko ung corners ng mga bimpo or panyo ko. I don't know why pero parang ang sarap kasi unlike chewing gum, less likely na makakagat mo yung dila mo while chewing on them. hahaha.
6. Di ko alam kung napansin niyo na pero I have this habit of pressing my hand against my ear. Actually ang point nun ilapit ung ear lobes ko so skin. Malamig kasi e. Something to do ata with konti lang ung blood vessels sa ear lobe at manipis kaya mabilis kumabit ung outside temperature. So pag malamig hinahawakan ko, pag mainit, un ung umiinit lalo. Nanghahawak din ako ng ear lobes ng ibang tao para makuha ko ung lamig. hehehehe.
So. I tag Clar, Ray2, Fatima, Andrew, Jane, Pito.
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
Post hoc?
Usually natatawa ako sa mga ganitong klaseng mga survey-surveyan. They claim that they could measure accurately how ________ (insert adjective) you are. But in fact, wala lang, walang basis walang halaga at walang kwenta. Pero sige, for the fun of it (masaya minsan gumawa ng senseless stuff hahaha) and to prove how inaccurate this survey is (and to veer away from the serious stuff for a change), I'll do it - Clar and Ray2!
I am 9% girly. (and I doubt if this is an acceptable conclusion - read on)
Take this quiz and find out how girly you are. (GUYS TOO) Put x's beside each thing that's true. Each x that you put is one percent. Have fun!!
[ ] My fingernails/toenails are almost always done. // wala nang CAT
[ ] During the summer the only shoes i wear are flip flops //ano yun?
[ ] My favorite toys as a child were barbies
[ ] My favorite colour is pink or purple
[ ] I did Gymnastics.
[ ] I love skirts.
[ ] Hollister is one of my favorite places to shop
[ ] Tight jeans are the only jeans i'll wear.
[ ] I love chocolate
[x] I've never had a real job. // real job != underemployment; working under-age// so lalaki lang pala ang nagkakareal job? great. haha.
TOTAL: 1
[ ] My hair is almost always straightened
[ ] I have at least 8 myspace pictures
[ ] I usually go shopping once a week
[x] I love to hang out at the mall with friends // e san pa ba? dun lang ako pinapayagan e
[] I have a real diamond ring or diamond necklace or earings.
[ ] I've gone to a tanning salon.
[ ] I've gone to the beach to tan.
[ ] I have at least 10 pairs of shoes.
[ ] I watch either the OC or Laguna Beach.
[ ] I change my icon weekly.
[ ] I wear a shower cap.
TOTAL: 1
[x] I dont shop at Hot Topic. // ano yun?
[ ] My cell phone might as well become a part of me.
[ ] I wear mascara everyday.
[ ] I've been or am on a diet.
[ ] Bathing suits are adorable.
[ ] I dont know the difference between a sheep and a goat. // so lalaki lang din may alam nun?
[ ] Big sunglasses are hott.
[ ] I have gotten my nails done before.
[ ] MTV is one of my favorite channels. // try cnn or national geographic
TOTAL: 1
[ ] All I want to do at sleepovers is talk about boys!
[ ] I love to have girls do my hair.
[ ] I give and recieve hugs from all my friends
[ ] I hate bugs.
[x] Carnivals are so fun! // included naman ang fair at theme park dito di ba?
[ ] Summer is THE best season.
[ ] My swimsuit has 2 pieces
[ ] I'm waiting for my knight in shining armor.
[ ] Musicians are so hot.
[ ] You write me a poem and tell me I'm beautiful and I'm all yours.
TOTAL: 1
[X] I am self-conscious. // it is a fact that self-consciousness is a trait of almost every teenager
[ ] I cry often.
[ ] My car smells like vanilla or cherry.
[x] My dishes get washed more than once a week. //anong "un-manly" dun?
[ ] I dont do sports.
[ ] I HATE to run.
[ ] I squeal when I am surprised or angry.
[ ] I eat dried fruit as a snack.
[ ] I love romance novels.
[ ] Drew Barrymore is so cute.
TOTAL: 2
[ ] I dance a lot.// don't even know how to
[ ] usually spend an hour or over to get ready to leave my house.
[ ] I only have like 5 billion hair products.
[ ] I love to get dressed up.
[ ] Every part of my outfit needs to match.
[ ] I talk on the phone at least once a day to my friends.
[ ] I would love to have a photo shoot.
[ ] I apply lip stuff 50 times a day.
[ ] I wish I were a model.
TOTAL: 0
[ ] I wish I could meet Paris Hilton.
[ ] I have been something that was semi.
[ ] I own Uggs.
[ ] Hip Hop is the best music.
[ ] I pop my collar.
[ ] I like to be the center of attention.
[ ] Guys with Mohawks are crazy.
[ ] Horses are beautiful.
[ ] I'd rather not pay attention in school. // quite the opposite :p
[ ] Cats are adorable.
TOTAL: 0
[ ] I write my own music // i wish
[x] I would love to visit Hawaii. // and travel in general even though i really don't have the resources to do it
[ ] Valentine's day is so cute!
[ ] White is better than black.
[ ] I wouldn't be caught dead in all black.
[ ] My closet is STOCK FULL of clothes.
[ ] Hate the grunge look.
[ ] I love to read magazines.
TOTAL: 1
[ ] I love to gossip. //current events ang mas tama :p
[ ] I had Lisa Frank folders/posters/notebooks as a kid.
[ ] I love Celine Dion.
[ ] My bubble baths are 1-2hrs long.
[ ] My wedding only needs a groom because it's already planned.
[ ] My friends and I are in a strict group. We mostly only hang out with each other.
[ ] I like little kids.
[ ] Diet drinks are the best.
[ ] I'm all about being vegetarian.
[ ] I refuse to eat at McDonalds.
TOTAL: 0
[ ] I check my myspace everyday. // don't even have one
[x] I love life! // so this is supposed to be exclusive to girls?
[ ] I have a lot of jewlery!
[ ] My screen name(s) have x's in them.
[ ] Either one of my myspace names has/had "<3"'s
[x] I would never want to be the opposite sex. // this is just stupid
[ ] It's not what he/she said it's the way he/she said it.
[ ] I have more than 3 pillows on my bed.
TOTAL: 2
Now add up all the total points and put "I am __% girly" for the subject if you steal or get tagged.
ok. To further prove the inaccuracy of this survey, I tag Ben and Andrew.
I am 9% girly. (and I doubt if this is an acceptable conclusion - read on)
Take this quiz and find out how girly you are. (GUYS TOO) Put x's beside each thing that's true. Each x that you put is one percent. Have fun!!
[ ] My fingernails/toenails are almost always done. // wala nang CAT
[ ] During the summer the only shoes i wear are flip flops //ano yun?
[ ] My favorite toys as a child were barbies
[ ] My favorite colour is pink or purple
[ ] I did Gymnastics.
[ ] I love skirts.
[ ] Hollister is one of my favorite places to shop
[ ] Tight jeans are the only jeans i'll wear.
[ ] I love chocolate
[x] I've never had a real job. // real job != underemployment; working under-age// so lalaki lang pala ang nagkakareal job? great. haha.
TOTAL: 1
[ ] My hair is almost always straightened
[ ] I have at least 8 myspace pictures
[ ] I usually go shopping once a week
[x] I love to hang out at the mall with friends // e san pa ba? dun lang ako pinapayagan e
[] I have a real diamond ring or diamond necklace or earings.
[ ] I've gone to a tanning salon.
[ ] I've gone to the beach to tan.
[ ] I have at least 10 pairs of shoes.
[ ] I watch either the OC or Laguna Beach.
[ ] I change my icon weekly.
[ ] I wear a shower cap.
TOTAL: 1
[x] I dont shop at Hot Topic. // ano yun?
[ ] My cell phone might as well become a part of me.
[ ] I wear mascara everyday.
[ ] I've been or am on a diet.
[ ] Bathing suits are adorable.
[ ] I dont know the difference between a sheep and a goat. // so lalaki lang din may alam nun?
[ ] Big sunglasses are hott.
[ ] I have gotten my nails done before.
[ ] MTV is one of my favorite channels. // try cnn or national geographic
TOTAL: 1
[ ] All I want to do at sleepovers is talk about boys!
[ ] I love to have girls do my hair.
[ ] I give and recieve hugs from all my friends
[ ] I hate bugs.
[x] Carnivals are so fun! // included naman ang fair at theme park dito di ba?
[ ] Summer is THE best season.
[ ] My swimsuit has 2 pieces
[ ] I'm waiting for my knight in shining armor.
[ ] Musicians are so hot.
[ ] You write me a poem and tell me I'm beautiful and I'm all yours.
TOTAL: 1
[X] I am self-conscious. // it is a fact that self-consciousness is a trait of almost every teenager
[ ] I cry often.
[ ] My car smells like vanilla or cherry.
[x] My dishes get washed more than once a week. //anong "un-manly" dun?
[ ] I dont do sports.
[ ] I HATE to run.
[ ] I squeal when I am surprised or angry.
[ ] I eat dried fruit as a snack.
[ ] I love romance novels.
[ ] Drew Barrymore is so cute.
TOTAL: 2
[ ] I dance a lot.// don't even know how to
[ ] usually spend an hour or over to get ready to leave my house.
[ ] I only have like 5 billion hair products.
[ ] I love to get dressed up.
[ ] Every part of my outfit needs to match.
[ ] I talk on the phone at least once a day to my friends.
[ ] I would love to have a photo shoot.
[ ] I apply lip stuff 50 times a day.
[ ] I wish I were a model.
TOTAL: 0
[ ] I wish I could meet Paris Hilton.
[ ] I have been something that was semi.
[ ] I own Uggs.
[ ] Hip Hop is the best music.
[ ] I pop my collar.
[ ] I like to be the center of attention.
[ ] Guys with Mohawks are crazy.
[ ] Horses are beautiful.
[ ] I'd rather not pay attention in school. // quite the opposite :p
[ ] Cats are adorable.
TOTAL: 0
[ ] I write my own music // i wish
[x] I would love to visit Hawaii. // and travel in general even though i really don't have the resources to do it
[ ] Valentine's day is so cute!
[ ] White is better than black.
[ ] I wouldn't be caught dead in all black.
[ ] My closet is STOCK FULL of clothes.
[ ] Hate the grunge look.
[ ] I love to read magazines.
TOTAL: 1
[ ] I love to gossip. //current events ang mas tama :p
[ ] I had Lisa Frank folders/posters/notebooks as a kid.
[ ] I love Celine Dion.
[ ] My bubble baths are 1-2hrs long.
[ ] My wedding only needs a groom because it's already planned.
[ ] My friends and I are in a strict group. We mostly only hang out with each other.
[ ] I like little kids.
[ ] Diet drinks are the best.
[ ] I'm all about being vegetarian.
[ ] I refuse to eat at McDonalds.
TOTAL: 0
[ ] I check my myspace everyday. // don't even have one
[x] I love life! // so this is supposed to be exclusive to girls?
[ ] I have a lot of jewlery!
[ ] My screen name(s) have x's in them.
[ ] Either one of my myspace names has/had "<3"'s
[x] I would never want to be the opposite sex. // this is just stupid
[ ] It's not what he/she said it's the way he/she said it.
[ ] I have more than 3 pillows on my bed.
TOTAL: 2
Now add up all the total points and put "I am __% girly" for the subject if you steal or get tagged.
ok. To further prove the inaccuracy of this survey, I tag Ben and Andrew.
Sunday, May 6, 2007
Not in the Philippines
Nicholas Sarcozy, a member of the Conservative party (also the party of his predecessor, Jacques Chirac) and a vocal (but critical) supporter of the United States, won the French Presidency over Segolene Royal of the Socialist party.
What caught my attention was this..
"His socialist opponent, Segolene Royal, conceded defeat for her hopes of becoming France's first woman president. With nearly 70 percent of ballots counted, Sarkozy had just over 53 percent of the vote, according to the Interior Ministry. "
Funny na that never happens in the Philippines. Almost all politicians think they're winners. Kaya nga andaming nagtatawag ng dayaan e. There's nothing wrong with it. I guess it's not just the politician but the system - if it was clean, honest and fair enough (nothing can really be perfect) I guess cheating will not even be in the minds of the people.
Another thing..
"Voter turnout was projected at 85 percent — a level not seen in 40 years — thanks to the dynamism of both candidates and the high stakes for a nation losing global clout to neighbors Britain and German and even developing countries like China and India."
Grabe. Kelan kaya mangyayari toh. When people are compelled to vote because of the candidates' charisma, competence and will for change and not money and popularity. And when will voters vote because there is a lot at stake for the country (which incidentally is the case for the upcoming elections - there are very high stakes).
This is a challenge for the Filipino people. There's no need to imitate the system (because it won't work). The power to change is in each. Unfortunately, it will only work if we 'let our powers combine' (parang captain planet noh! hahahahha).
What caught my attention was this..
"His socialist opponent, Segolene Royal, conceded defeat for her hopes of becoming France's first woman president. With nearly 70 percent of ballots counted, Sarkozy had just over 53 percent of the vote, according to the Interior Ministry. "
Funny na that never happens in the Philippines. Almost all politicians think they're winners. Kaya nga andaming nagtatawag ng dayaan e. There's nothing wrong with it. I guess it's not just the politician but the system - if it was clean, honest and fair enough (nothing can really be perfect) I guess cheating will not even be in the minds of the people.
Another thing..
"Voter turnout was projected at 85 percent — a level not seen in 40 years — thanks to the dynamism of both candidates and the high stakes for a nation losing global clout to neighbors Britain and German and even developing countries like China and India."
Grabe. Kelan kaya mangyayari toh. When people are compelled to vote because of the candidates' charisma, competence and will for change and not money and popularity. And when will voters vote because there is a lot at stake for the country (which incidentally is the case for the upcoming elections - there are very high stakes).
This is a challenge for the Filipino people. There's no need to imitate the system (because it won't work). The power to change is in each. Unfortunately, it will only work if we 'let our powers combine' (parang captain planet noh! hahahahha).
Something to remember 2
John 13: 34 -35
"I give you a new commandmen: love one another. As I have loved you, so also should you love one another. This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for another."
Funny, kakabasa ko lang nung comment ni Ate Frances tapos I heard this in mass. hahaha.
It always comes down to love. So love can definitely not suck. Because if it did, kawawa naman tayo, God wouldn't save us and we wouldn't be known as His disciples. Love is the mark of a true follower of Christ. So love rocks! hahahaha.
Kaso, this love that He asks of us is more than the crush type love or romantic love (if you can even call it 'love'). He asks us to love others as much as He loved us. How much did He love us? He gave up His life on the cross to save us from spiritual death. Can we give that same love to others? I would guess so. hahaha. He expects from us something that we can really do.
But wait, there's more! hahaha.
John 14: 26
"The Advocate, the holy Spirit that the Father will send in my name -- he will teach you everything and remind you of all that I told you."
Astig, may Tutor pa tayo. :D
"I give you a new commandmen: love one another. As I have loved you, so also should you love one another. This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for another."
Funny, kakabasa ko lang nung comment ni Ate Frances tapos I heard this in mass. hahaha.
It always comes down to love. So love can definitely not suck. Because if it did, kawawa naman tayo, God wouldn't save us and we wouldn't be known as His disciples. Love is the mark of a true follower of Christ. So love rocks! hahahaha.
Kaso, this love that He asks of us is more than the crush type love or romantic love (if you can even call it 'love'). He asks us to love others as much as He loved us. How much did He love us? He gave up His life on the cross to save us from spiritual death. Can we give that same love to others? I would guess so. hahaha. He expects from us something that we can really do.
But wait, there's more! hahaha.
John 14: 26
"The Advocate, the holy Spirit that the Father will send in my name -- he will teach you everything and remind you of all that I told you."
Astig, may Tutor pa tayo. :D
Thursday, May 3, 2007
Something to remember 1
John 14:9
"Jesus said to him, "Have I been with you for so long a time and you still do not know me, Philip? Whoever has seen me has seen the Father. How can you say, "Show us the Father?""
Any true relationship is not measured by the time it has lasted but by how much each person knows about the other. Of course, our relationship with God is no exception.
God knows us completely as Creator, Redeemer and Sustainer. Of course, human as we are, we are bound not to be at that same level. However, because we love God, we should try to seek as much knowledge of Him as possible. And memorizing novenas, prayer booklets and song books would not do the trick. Seek Him always everywhere and in every one.
Thank you Lord for the wonderful homily that made me realize this. :D
"Jesus said to him, "Have I been with you for so long a time and you still do not know me, Philip? Whoever has seen me has seen the Father. How can you say, "Show us the Father?""
Any true relationship is not measured by the time it has lasted but by how much each person knows about the other. Of course, our relationship with God is no exception.
God knows us completely as Creator, Redeemer and Sustainer. Of course, human as we are, we are bound not to be at that same level. However, because we love God, we should try to seek as much knowledge of Him as possible. And memorizing novenas, prayer booklets and song books would not do the trick. Seek Him always everywhere and in every one.
Thank you Lord for the wonderful homily that made me realize this. :D
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