| Joma Speaks
By Antonio C. Abaya Written on Jan. 07, 2009 For the Standard Today, June 08 issue But is anyone listening? On the occasion of the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP), founder-chairman Jose Maria Sison called on his followers to exploit the global financial crisis and use it to incite rebellion against the Arroyo administration. (Manila Standard Today, Dec. 29, 2008). Speaking in a radio interview in Utrecht, Holland, where he has been in self-exile for some 20 years, Joma urged the New People's Army (NPA), the military arm of the CPP, to arrest or liquidate politicians, military officers and even civilians who "benefit from the criminal offenses" of plunder and human rights violations. The CPP sees no credible opposition candidate to support during the 2010 presidential elections, and will launch instead a five-year build-up of the NPA to grab state power. "There are no good candidates from the ranks of the opposition, and I doubt if the opposition already has one candidate that will unite them�..The prevailing character of (Philippine) governments, no matter who is seated, from Marcos to Arroyo, is that they are all thieves: they deceive the people; they are traitors to the country�." The government has always been run by thieves, Joma said, and "not even the presidential candidates from the opposition show any potential of reforming the system." "Those who commit these grave crimes are subject to summons for investigation and arrest, and if armed and dangerous or protected by armed personnel, are subject to battle by the NPA arresting unit. "Retirement from reactionary government service does not free the suspects from criminal liabilities, arrest or battle. Close relatives and friends�must be treated as accomplices in crime. "The (global) crisis conditions inflict terrible suffering on the people but also incite them to wage revolutionary struggle�." This is a rare but tacit admission from Joma that some of his pet theories and analyses have been proven wrong. In late 2006, for example, Joma admitted that "the epochal struggle between the proletariat and the bourgeoisie, between capitalism and socialism, will take a long time, hundreds of years, with many ups and downs�." (See my article Hundreds of Years, of November 14, 2006, archived in www.tapatt.org.) Joma's revolutionary ardor had obviously been doused by the largely peaceful dismantling of Communist regimes in Eastern Europe in 1989, the implosion of the Soviet Union in 1991, and the transformation of China and Vietnam into capitalist economies, starting in 1979 and 1986 respectively. But now, with laissez-faire capitalism in disgrace and in disarray around the world, Joma's revolutionary ardor has been revived, and he now talks of a five-year build-up in the armed strength of the NPA and, presumably, the eventual victory of the Communist revolution during his lifetime, not after "hundreds of years." And by now turning his attention to corrupt politicians and their corrupt bureaucrat partners-in-crimes and corrupt business and legal cronies, he may be veering away from his previous Maoist strategy of surrounding the cities from the countryside and starving the urban centers into submission, which clearly has not worked in the past 40 years. In 1991-92, Joma's leadership and pet Maoist strategy were challenged by Popoy Lagman who argued that Joma's countryside-based cadres were unable to grab the leadership of the urban middle-class uprising against Marcos in February 1986. Lagman split from Joma and took with him the most informed cadres in Metro Manila and Rizal Province. Lagman chose as his model the Sandinistas of Nicagragua, which meant politicizing the urban squatters and industrial proletariat of Metro Manila, but he inexplicably allied himself with the haciendero Peping Cojuangco, whose beef with President Arroyo was her failure to appoint him (Cojuangco) to her Cabinet. For his pains, Lagman was assassinated in 2002. Other leading anti-Joma comrades � Rolando Kintanar and Arturo Tabara � were similarly assassinated in 2002 and 2003. The murders were never solved, but the finger of suspicion inevitably pointed at Jose Maria Stalin. (In 1940, Leon Trotsky, who had challenged Josef Stalin in the 1930s for the leadership of the Communist Party of the Soviet Union, was assassinated in Mexico City.) Targeting corrupt politicians and their corrupt bureaucrat allies and corrupt business and legal cronies would mean selective assassinations, mostly inside the cities. In the late 1980s, the NPA Sparrows did carry out selective assassinations in Metro Manila, but their targets were policemen directing traffic and soldiers on furlough, More than 200 of them were felled by the Sparrows, but it created a public backlash as many people felt that the victims did not deserve the revolutionary justice meted out on them. By choosing instead to target corrupt trapos and their diabolic accomplices in the bureaucracy and the business and legal communities, a new, improved NPA could arguably win the moral support of the urban middle-classes who have despaired or are despairing that these blood-sucking parasites can ever be extirpated from our body politic by peaceful and constitutional means Certainly, if I were leading an armed revolution against the state, I would long have looked in the direction that Joma is apparently now looking into, instead of wasting revolutionary resources toppling power and cell phone towers, or burning road-building equipment, or attacking remote police or army outposts, or staging street demonstrations that tie-up metro traffic and alienate the urban middle classes who are allergic to red flags, or churning out purple ideological prose that have long lost their power to zing. For once I agree with Joma: there is no one in the opposition who is capable of reforming our rotten society. Which is why, since 2002, I have written several articles � all archived in www.tapatt.org - exploring the possibility of forming a revolutionary government, with the consent and participation of key sectors of society, for a fresh new start . I realize, of course, that the most contentious issue in such a scenario would be: who would lead and make up such an unelected transition government. In a revolutionary situation that argument is usually settled, for better or for worse, in favor of the individual or group of individuals who are seen to be the best able to extirpate the unwanted parasites feasting on our putrefying body politic. In the present Philippine context, that could only be either the military or the Communists. ***** Reactions to [email protected]. Other articles in acabaya.blogspot.com, in www.tapatt.org. To subscribe, send a blank email with the subject heading Subscribe. To unsubscribe, send a blank email with the subject heading Unsubscribe. . OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO Reactions to "Joma Speaks" More Reaction to "A Desperate Solution" More Reaction to "Letter from Hong Kong" Be-Kind-to-Tony-Abaya Week Fr. Ed Among Panlilio needs our support Dear Tony, Having lived in the Philippines for many years, I have often recommended that students of English history spend a few months here in order to better understand the political and social arena of England in the 18th century. Similar to the England of that period, the Philippines is still a feudal society. The countryside is governed by the 'barons', owners of vast tracts of land that either is tilled by the 'serfs' or, more likely, leased, with rent being paid by donation of a percentage of their harvests. The 'barons' have at least one of their family enter parliament, and that seat is considered owned by the family, to be passed on from father to son. Similarly, local administration is also undertaken by the 'barons' and/or their family. A major difference is that the 'serfs' are entitled to vote, but only to decide which of the local 'barons' nominees they prefer. Thus, their vote becomes mute and academic, but allows the Philippines to crow to the world that they have democracy. The parliament, called a congress, is thus filled with family members of 'barons' and thus, not one piece of legislation will be created to benefit the serfs. Your many assessments of this situation are correct. The only way ordinary Filipinos can ever hope to enjoy the standard of living enjoyed by the majority of Southeast Asians is for dramatic change. History shows that revolution on its own just doesn't work. Russia violently removed a Tsar in 1918, but less than 20 years later ended up with Tsar Stalin. This has been replicated through the years until Tsar Putin today. China removed an emperor and became 'communist' in 1948, yet today they have become the most capitalist of countries with leadership similar to an emperor. Where would members of a 'revolutionary government' be sourced? Currently, from the families of the 'barons' whose members had the benefit of education. That is not to say that a revolutionary government would not be better than we have today providing its members would "moderate their greed." Just a few years of a government who would, using existing income tax laws, forfeit bank accounts and property, not for unexplained or illegally gained wealth, but for the fact that it was not declared for income tax purposes, the only way to fight corruption, would certainly provide sufficient funding for infrastructure. The only long-term solution, however, is education. Education will enlarge the middle-class to a point that there will be sufficient numbers to change the Philippines for the betterment of all. It will create the numbers willing and able to send the barons back to their life of leisure and keep their fingers out of politics. Although I abhor violence of any kind, it is a fact of life that fear of violence is a powerful weapon. Rulers of many countries utilize this fact, including Marcos, Mugabwe, the Burmese, Chinese, etc. Although it has taken him a very long time to realize it, Joma Sison has, at long last, hit upon a policy that could provide a short-term solution, that of threatening violence to those in power who line their own pockets at the expense of the Filipinos. For over twenty years his NPA have deteriorated from freedom fighters to armed bandits, more interested in raising blackmail money by destroying the very facilities and infrastructure that could lift the serfs from their life of poverty than fighting for their rights. Perhaps the fear that these thugs will come after them may keep those in power with their hands in their pockets rather than the cookie jar. Alan C. Atkins, (by email), Paranaque City, Jan. 08, 2009 British resident of Metro Manila wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Hi Tony... The NPA, MILF, Abu Sayaf, Kuratong Baleleng, Sputnik gang, Ilonggo group and other criminal groups are all and the same. Pera lang katapat nyan. Sa dulo ng usapan, money will always be the bottomline. Kunwari pa na merun silang objectives para sa mamamayan, pero they will still continue to extort money from people. Kalokohan d ba? I dont believe them, actually. Wala naman napatunayan mga yan eh... Tinuruan lang nila magalit sa mundo at maging tamad ang mga kasapi nila... Mike Delgado, (by email), Jan. 08, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Sir, The implication then is that it will be a revolution and transformation in the hearts, minds, culture, ethos, values, etc. of Filipinos. It is not an armed revolution per se. Because of this, I disagree that the military and communists are in a better position. I think it is those initiating reform on the values-cultural levels, such as Gawad Kalinga, the enlightened part of the church, social artists, WEB denizens, and the ethical part of civil society that are on the right track. Entrepreneurs will also play a large part as increasing incomes induce better options/ choices in politics. Neither the reformists in the military nor the communists have the sophistication in culture work, social mobilization, and public communication to "change" the country. Mabuhay! Hecky Villanueva, (by email), Tucson, Arizona, Jan. 08, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Dear Tony, Like you I will go for any extreme political options when I am still a very young political activist, but I have dreamed of a revolution before February 1986. For two consecutive days, it made me cried and cried looking at dead people around, including my love ones. I can not bear the look. My tears wet my pillows. Prior to that many of my members are already selling guns to individuals as preparations. My group before also had plans to assassinate not only the politicians but the greedy Chinese businessmen who are directly exploiting and maltreating our Filipino brothers. But beccause of that teary dreams, I've realized that still the lives of people specially my love ones, is the most important. I rather see them hurdle the pains of this messy economic and political situation than they are dead! When the spark of an armed struggle started, no one can control it. Aggressive political interventions does not make anything good in politics, in these days anymore, specially when there is no very clear plan to which we are going. It is barbaric and treacherous, unsporty and cowardly act of man. Just imagine if you cannot defeat a man in a democratic way, you will use a gun. That reflect you are no match to him and does not have the right to be a leader because you are using force! If could be better if you convince more people to believe you, if not then you are wasted, and should be gone, in the arena of politics. The February 1986 and EDSA 2 People Power had a short live and a very long evil effects. The Cory and Arroyo Administration and their cohorts took over and changed people in government, and many got rich. In the Cory Administration, the few selective constitutionalist had their time fixing a Constitution that better serve the Filipino just for a short time, while it perpetuates in power even the trapos and revolutionary activists that also turned into trapos in the long run. This bring us to the situation you and I most hated for, these politicians had a different way of getting rich quick through infamous and immoral ways. We can see the socio-economic and political after effect of that evil plan right now. In an armed struggle, only the strong will be represented. The weak has no space and chance to speak in a chaotic political atmosphere, and that violates true representation. Better wait for a ConCon to the Constitution. Never go for political change the unnatural way, it is not God's way! What is lacking in the EDSA 1 & People Power revolution is a ConCon, not a ConAss like they did before, and what people in Congress is insinuating right now. No matter how long does it take, we should patiently wait this to happen. I still believe a peaceful solution could solve the problems of the Filipino people and the rest of mankind not killing and assassinating people. no matter how bad they are. People have always something good in their hearts, and we should explore it. Thank you! Rodolfo Cada, (by email), Jan. 08, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Hi Tony, that sentiment of Joma Sison echoes what people have been saying time and again but it's not good enough to single out our government officials for the mess we're all in. In my view, the root cause lies in society's failure to apply the values and virtues taught at home, in schools and in the pulpit in their daily lives. It has led to our political, economic, social and cultural decay. A transformation is in order where our hearts and mindsets place country and people before self. There are only two ways to get that done - self-reform which is ideal but next to impossible, or no-nonsense authoritarian rule to effect change from the outside in. Who is to say which is the better way, given the way we have become? One thing for sure: extraordinary times call for extraordinary measures PROVIDED we all agree first that we need to struggle together until we attain our commonly desired end-state (which will have to be clearly spelled out). If an intrepid group captures society's imagination; expresses without any ambiguity where we ought to go and what we ought to be; demonstrates its integrity; establishes its credibility; and delivers a viable transformational plan, then they're the guys I'll support without hesitation. Best regards, Raffy Alunan, (by email), Jan. 08, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Not the military nor the communists! Both are groups to whom bloodshed is necessary, if a necessary evil. This is the last thing we want. Violent struggle among our people would bring down suffering not far from if not more than what we are suffering now. I am confident there are people who can lead us but who lack the political craftiness needed to move people to action. That is the irony of politics. But perhaps when we identify them, we can support them with all we got - moral support and all else we can muster. Pampanga did it with Fr. Ed Panlilio, an example of a leader with no political guile (and is in trouble because of it) but whose credibility will surely see him through. There are also some examples of good officials who have shown possible the blending of political savvy and sincere management as Kaya Nati has underscored. Thank you. Keep your good columns coming. Nina Galang, (by email), Jan. 09, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Dear Tocayo I think you have to factor in the concept of "What can I lose?" when people make a choice between the military and the communists, to free themselves of parasites. The middle classes have little, and are few, but would hang on dearly to what little they have. The Philippines has known the military being in charge of the country, and the communists are an unknown. I think the middle choice is predictable. Regards, Tony Aguado, (by email), Jan. 09, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Tony, Iif only the NPA went after the crooks in the government, they would surely gain credibility. But in so many cases, they behave like bandits because they terrorize the common folk or extort money from these poor and middle class residents. People get the impression that their label is simply a means to portray themselves as patriots, not the bandits that they are today. There are enough crooks that they can almost shoot randomly with impunity. but as history shows us, they only go after these crooks to maintain an image. For the most part they are as much a part of the problem as all the other crooks. Lynn Abad Santos, (by email), Washington DC, Jan. 09, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Sir Tony, I wonder how much is Joma's hourly wages in Europe? I bet it's more than the pittance his "loyal pawns" are receiving here. Robbie Tan, (by email), Jan. 09, 2009 (As far as I know, Joma was receiving a monthly stipend as a refugee equivalent to several hundred dollars from the Dutch government. But since he lost his refugee status more than a year ago and has been told to leave the Netherlands, I have no idea if he is still getting a monthly stipend. ACA) wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Be-Kind-to-Tony-Abaya Week Blessings to you, Tony, and continue to instruct and inspire your loyal readers. Your column is my main window into what is happening, and what might happen in our country. Rudy Ordonez, (by email), Los Angeles, CA, Dec. 24, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Like all your other fans who've written in, I was delighted by your letter from Hong Kong and glad that Arlene Babst-Vokey's letter said it all -- that you're a rarity in Philippine journalism (along with my two other favorites, Juan Mercado and Solita Monsod). I was particularly delighted because back in 1989, after a decade of living in the territory, my "Letters from Hong Kong" was published by Bookmark in Manila, with the cover designed by my late friend Wili Fernandez in the form of an airmail envelope. Unfortunately it's now out of print, with my follow-up "Hong Kong Postscript" (published here in 1994) barely extant. You'll recall I gave you one of the latter when I made a point of meeting you at your hotel on learning you were in town --- was that 3-4 years ago? I wanted to meet the man behind the mighty pen, so to speak, and was grateful that my mate Harvey Stockwin and I were able to chat with someone we'd been reading with great appreciation for some time. My "Letters from Hong Kong" and "HK Postscript" contained radio essays broadcast over Radio-TV Hong Kong's Radio3 and mainly described the trials and tribulations of our migrant workers (mostly female) and the often unkind ways of the locals --- and their government. A third smaller book of columns for a local paper called "Pinoy Abroad" (2004) is still available at Frankie Jose's Solidaridad, if I may make a sales pitch. A while back you listed your favorite classical music and the overseas music stations offering the classics over the web. Because HK's one good music station is a dud, I often log into NY's WQXR or Chicago's WFMT which you listed. Now your Swiss fan has given a new website which I will definitely explore. In the early days in Manila I'd tune in to the Far East Broadcasting's fine music station which, I gather, no longer operates. Though not a genuine train buff, I'd always been intrigued by toy trains and in fact bought a small one some years ago to put on the living room floor and enjoyed its weak whistle and puff of smoke that came out of its funnel. Being made in China, it didn't last very long. It all made me nostalgic for my Berkeley days when I'd hear the whistles of freight trains late at night. Should you need any train parts or the like in HK, I'd be happy to oblige in exchange for a visit to your train museum when I'm next in Manila. Early greetings for the Chinese Year of the Ox ! Isabel Escoda, (by e-mail), Hong Kong, Jan. 12, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Dear Tony, May I simply associate myself with all the sentiments and ideas that Arlene Babst-Vokey articulated in her letter to you? I totally concur with the compliments and praises she has heaped on you. It was also wonderful to find out from your egroup that Arlene Babst is very much alive and well. She was one of my favorite columnists in the old Daily Globe, if memory serves me right. I haven't heard from her for so many years now, it was a treat to read some lines from her again, even if only through her letter to you. Keep on writing, Tony. You are able to touch many peoples' lives by simply doing so in your own unique way. God bless! Jimmy A. Cura, (by email), Jan. 13, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww More Reactions to "Letter from Hong Kong" (Jan. 05, 2009) I enjoy reading your articles, which I am so lucky, to be receiving from you. My reaction to your HK report may be a little too late, as this is about one of the only few times I find myself able to send an email. I myself enjoy HK in December because this is one of the rare occasion when my family is able to travel together (courtesy of a generous relative). The best thing in HK for me is the weather. ( I just love this cool condition we have now!) Then I don't mind walking and browsing at the shops, though, at my age, I have really toned down on shopping. Probably I find myself not wanting anymore material things, since my children and grandchildren have the capacity to choose their needs and wants. My favorite store is the grocery, where I can spend the whole morning or afternoon just curiously scrutinizing the different items on the shelves, tasting whatever the promoters are cooking, and admiring the gourmet delicacies like the foie gras, cheeses, seafoods and meat cuts. One thing we enjoy as a family is to explore places outside Kowloon or HK island to see what we can do there, or take photos of their unique displays or just appreciate the sceneries. Trying new restaurants is also one of our ventures in our agenda, as my children and grandchildren all have gourmet palates. HK is indeed great in December! BTW, I never knew that Gigi, the soft spoken and kind hearted person I know, is your sister. She is a friend of mine whom I see in churches, and from whom I used to buy my religious items. I even knew your mother, who was also hearing mass in Mt. Carmel. Wonderful woman! Truly a small world. Cheers. Ditas Villa-Real, (by email), Jan. 14, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Dear Tony: I think that the Philippines needs another Bonifacio and a Rizal or visionaries like Dr. Noam Chomsky and Dr. Edward Herman, Noam's colleague. I wish America would listen to Noam and Ed. If they would do so, perhaps America would overcome its crisis. Thus, let us pray for America and the Philippines. Both of them are countries with their own distinct problems, history, culture, and traditions. Mabuhay America and the Philippines! And long live President-elect Barack Obama! I hope he eats bangus (milk fish), halo halo, pancit, and paella when he visits the Philippines Shalom and Greetings for the New Year, George Bradford Patterson II, (by email), Jan. 10, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww (Forwarded to Tapatt by Gil Santos) Fr. Among Ed Panlilio needs our support Hi Connie: You are absolutely correct Among Ed needs all the support he can get at this point in time. Come to think of it, this act of the truckers and drivers should be enough to cause concern among civilized human beings, Filipinos or not. This type of action is the black side of EDSA ONE. The people think--have come to believe--that if they do not like the rules or decisions of the duly elected leaders or provincial executive, they have the "right" to be violent or "people power them out of office." And that is regardless whether they themselves are obedient to the laws, ordinances, simple regulations of governance that must be followed. To them perception is truth, particularly if the perception is theirs. They throw reasons --and their responsibility to obey the legal rules--out of the window. This is another proof that the ordinary Filipinos do not have any sense of community, or nationhood, or even the simple common good. It also shows the weakness of our institutions to enforce the law. It is also a manifestation of the ordinary people's sense of governance, and inclination towards self only. Cheers Gil Santos, (by email), Jan. 08, 2009 wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww FORMAL STATEMENT OF GOV. ED PANLILIO YESTERDAY, AT ABOUT 9:30 IN THE MORNING, SEVERAL RALLYISTS COMPOSED OF FORMER PROVINCIALS CHECKERS AND MEMBERS OF PAMPANGA TRUCKERS WITH THEIR DRIVERS AND HELPERS BARGED INTO THE PROVINCIAL CAPITOL AND PROCEEDED INTO THE SECOND FLOOR KICKING ATTEMPTING TO ENTER MY OFFICE. THE DOOR WAS FORCED OPEN. THE RALLYISTS RETREATED UPON NOTING THAT MY SECURITY OFFICERS ARE READY TO ENGAGE THEM IN COMBAT AND PROTECT ME FROM ANY IMMINENT DANGER. UNDAUNTED, THE RALLYISTS PROCEEDED TO THE OFFICE OF THE PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATOR AND LIKEWISE ATTEMPTED TO BARGE INTO HER OFFICE KNOWING FULLY WELL THAT THERE ARE NO SECURITY OFFICERS WHO WOULD PROTECT HER. FORTUNATELY ENOUGH, HER STAFF IMMEDIATELY LOCKED THE DOORS WHEN THEY HEARD THE RALLYISTS GOING UP THE SECOND THE SECOND FLOOR LOBBY. After some minutes, the rallyists went down, leaving the employees shaken by the incident. This is the provincial capitol. The seat of power in this province. And yet, the Sangguninang Panlalawigan DID NOT see fit to protect us but opened the door for these incidents to happen by unceremoniously and illegally declaring the Macario Arnedo Park as a freedom park. Not satisfied, at about 11:30 yesterday, the rallyists repeatedly HIT and ATTACKED my two nephews who are here in the country for a vacation. They are here at the capitol to see me. Their infraction: my nephews attempted to tear down the offensive streamers put up by the former checkers. The very streamers for which I have instructed Col Singian to put down, if not arrest the rallysists for violating the law. At the time my nephews were BEING BEATEN, some policeman are just stone's throw away. For several months now, we have endured the daily insults thrown at us by these rallysists. Malicious, offensive streamers hung around the park and their trucks carrying libelous, suggestive pictures of me and Atty. Dabu were roving the province. What happened yesterday merely accentuated the marked incompetence of our police force. For several months now, I have asked Col. Singian to arrest the rallyists. Yesterday morning, I have asked Col Singian to effect the arrest against the the rallyists who attempted to HARM me. Since they were NOT immediately arrested, two of those rallyists HIT my nephews. I again asked Col Singian to arrest them. Col Singian and his men DILLY-DALLIED till the period to arrest had lapsed. TILL THIS MORNING NOTHING HAPPENED. No arrest was made and none will be made. And so today, I appear before you to express my condemnation to these acts. To the rallyists, who did not follow the rule of law. They held the rally without a permit and even barged into the provincial capitol attempting to harm me. This attack is not merely an attack to me as a person but an attack to the very office I now hold, the Office of the Governor, an attack to the people of Pampanga. To the Sangugunian Panlalawigan, who violated both law and wisdom in declaring the Macario Arnedo Park as a freedom park. To the police officers in this province, whose ineptitude and incompetence put me and the lives of others in danger. For more than 18 months now, I have been asking the President no less to replace Col. Keith Singian to no avail. Today, I am raising again my voice calling the PNP leadership, the DILG Secretary, and the President for the relief of Col. Singian, Col. Medina, the chief of police of the City of San Fernando , and their men for gross dereliction of duty and incompetence. And so, today, I am personally filling my petition for their relief to the office of the DILG Secretary, the Chief PNP and the NAPOLCOM. Lastly, I am appealing to our well-meaning kabalens to open their eyes and be involved. These despicable acts are not merely due to the ineptitude of the police officers, the lack of wisdom of the Sangguniang Panlalawigan, the disrespect to authority and law of the rallyists. These loathsome acts are orchestrated by people who from day one do not wish me to stay a single day longer as Governor of this province. Their recount and recall move have failed. Their last resort is to discredit me, to malign me in public, to humiliate me, to intimidate me, and to make it appear that I am not fit to govern. Should it take young, idealsistic men who saw the evil of those posters and streamers to make us realize that we have been lethargic in fighting the evil around us? We love this province. Should we remain silent and indifferent by what is happening around us? Please remember, evil triumphs when good men do nothing. Governor Eddie T. Panlilio Pampanga, July 07, 2009 For further information, contact Emma Panlilio at emmapanlilio@ yahoo.com wwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww Mr. Abaya, The website below is what the husband of my niece was telling me about. http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-515319560256183936 It sounded "shocking" to me, at first. Now, I can better understand what he was saying. And, if you have time, you might want to get hold of this book "Confessions of an Economic Hit Man" by John Perkins. See: http://www.economichitman.com/ It might give you a better understanding of: Who controls the Philippine government- If this happens in foreign countries and their Head of State, can the Philippines be far behind?- Did the late Pres. Ramon Magsaysay suffer the same "fate?" Pierre Tierra, Great Falls, Virginia, Jan. 08, 2009 (I have read Confessions of an Economic Hit Man. This is really old stuff, and I have read more credible accounts of the same events. Magsaysay was unlikely to have suffered anything worse than an accident: he was indubitably friendly to American interests when he died in that plane crash. There would have been no reason to assassinate him ACA) OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO To subscribe, send a blank email with the subject heading Subscribe. To unsubscribe, send a blank email with the subject heading Unsubscribe. |
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