Much had been said abt. Gloria Arroyo becoming the Prime Minister once she got elected as Congresswoman and once our Constitution had been changed.
Do we really believe that whoever got elected as the new President will allow Gloria to run the government as Prime Minister?After spending Billions of Pesos in their respective campaigns , I have no doubt that the incoming President will also cling to the position as hard as they can. For sure some of the candidates if not all, will for sure re-coup any expenses that they spend during the election.
Secondly, with majority of the Trapos are in the Congress, comes election time only a handful of Gloria loyalist will be left. This early a lot of the Congressman had already switched party (loyalty?)... Opppsss...I can't say that word ...sorry,,,, party loyalty is not part of Philippine politics....hehehe...
So I believe that the main reason GMA decided to run for Congress is for protection from lawsuits. For all we know Congress takes care of their members....that is why Congress is the worst branch of our government. Trapos and corrupt officials abound in this branch of government.
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
PHILIPPINE POLITICS : Why 2-Party System is better than the current multi-party system.
It's been a long time since our Constituion was changed. Part of the change was the scrapping of the old 2-party system and changing it to Multi-Party system.
Since that time I noticed that every election a lot of confusion and chaos happens among the voting population. With so many Parties participating in the elections and hundreds of candidates in the national level then add add up the other hundred candidates for the local level and also the party-list groups, it will be a miracle if you don't end with a headache after voting.
I believe that the current system, worsens our problem with traditional politicians as most of them became political butterflies. Because of the different parties that are available they can easily switched sides when their political agenda are not being met by the party.
During the time of Marcos, there was only 2 major Party, the Nacionalista and the Liberal. One is the administration party and the other one the opposition. Changing parties are not common.
I think it is time to go back to 2 party system if want a real change to happen in our country. The TRAPOS are running our country to the ground. They are everywhere in the Congress, Senate and in the local gov't. Let's get rid of them. Let's go back to the old system.
Since that time I noticed that every election a lot of confusion and chaos happens among the voting population. With so many Parties participating in the elections and hundreds of candidates in the national level then add add up the other hundred candidates for the local level and also the party-list groups, it will be a miracle if you don't end with a headache after voting.
I believe that the current system, worsens our problem with traditional politicians as most of them became political butterflies. Because of the different parties that are available they can easily switched sides when their political agenda are not being met by the party.
During the time of Marcos, there was only 2 major Party, the Nacionalista and the Liberal. One is the administration party and the other one the opposition. Changing parties are not common.
I think it is time to go back to 2 party system if want a real change to happen in our country. The TRAPOS are running our country to the ground. They are everywhere in the Congress, Senate and in the local gov't. Let's get rid of them. Let's go back to the old system.
Friday, December 11, 2009
LUIS VILLAFUERTE SR......THE ULTIMATE TRAPO....
Congressman Luis Villafurte Sr. had been in politics for a long time. I cannot recall how many times he switched parties just to advance his own agenda.
Do you remember that while Albay was still reeling from the lahar Mudslides from a typhoon, Congressman Louie and another Bicol Congressman Edcel Lagman was busy trying to change our Constitution. It did backfired on them because their agenda went nowhere. But imagine a lot of Albayanos lost their lives and properties and here 2 Bicolano Congressman busy with their own agenda instead of trying to use their position and power to help their fellow Bicolanos.
I'm glad that finally Luis Sr. made a poltical blunder that caused him to lose good standing in the party that he helped strengthen, KAMPI-LAKAS. However, recently, he emerged from political obscurity by smoking a peace pipe with his son Gov. L-Ray. He is now aligned himself with NPC and Nacionalista Party.
Currently, he is spending a lot of time badmouthing his erstwhile allies with LAKAS-KAMPI. These are the same allies that were loyal to him until after they decided not to go along with in aligning with Gov. L-ray Villafuerte. Now because they did not follow Luis Villafuerte Sr., Villafuerte Sr. is hellbent in going after them.
I hope the 2nd district voters will decided not to re-elect him as their Congressman. The rumor is next next election Villafuerte Sr. will again run for Governor. Tsk, tsk,tsk
Do you remember that while Albay was still reeling from the lahar Mudslides from a typhoon, Congressman Louie and another Bicol Congressman Edcel Lagman was busy trying to change our Constitution. It did backfired on them because their agenda went nowhere. But imagine a lot of Albayanos lost their lives and properties and here 2 Bicolano Congressman busy with their own agenda instead of trying to use their position and power to help their fellow Bicolanos.
I'm glad that finally Luis Sr. made a poltical blunder that caused him to lose good standing in the party that he helped strengthen, KAMPI-LAKAS. However, recently, he emerged from political obscurity by smoking a peace pipe with his son Gov. L-Ray. He is now aligned himself with NPC and Nacionalista Party.
Currently, he is spending a lot of time badmouthing his erstwhile allies with LAKAS-KAMPI. These are the same allies that were loyal to him until after they decided not to go along with in aligning with Gov. L-ray Villafuerte. Now because they did not follow Luis Villafuerte Sr., Villafuerte Sr. is hellbent in going after them.
I hope the 2nd district voters will decided not to re-elect him as their Congressman. The rumor is next next election Villafuerte Sr. will again run for Governor. Tsk, tsk,tsk
Friday, December 4, 2009
MANNY VILLAR BETTER THAN OBAMA?
I'm not sure what Manny Villar is thinking when he confidently stated that he is better than President Obama. Sure, he became Speaker of the Lower House and Senate President but does it really mean that he is better than OBama?
When he was the Speaker of the House his most memorable achievement was when he passed the impeachment complaint against ERAP . However, I can't really think of anything major that he accomplished as Speaker of the House. Except for the fact that at least minute he decided to go against ERAP, House of representative was always known as the rubberstamp of ERAP. It was composed of mostly traditional politicians (TRAPOS), that do what the sitting President tells them. He was I believe was elected Speaker of the House because of his Billions- the glare of money enticed all the TRAPOS to elect him. That's my opinion.
As Senate president, I cannot recall of any major achievement that he accomplished. Most of the Senate hearings are conducted but without no end result like ZTE scandal....etc...he was ousted as Senate President after Senator Jamby Madrigal accused him of being involved in the C-5 road mess. I do believe that there is TRUTH in that accusation. He did gained from that C-5 controversy.
Now, he is telling us that he is better that OBAMA!!! If he is , how come he is scared to attend the SEnate hearing regarding the C-5 controversy or how about attending the Harapan Debate? President Obama love town hall meetings, debates but how come Villar is scared of it? Are you scared to be asked abt. the C-5 mess ?
I used to like Senator Villar but lately everytime he opens his mouth, ARROGANCE comes out of his mouth. How can we trust him with the highest position in the land when he is so arrogant.
Does anyone believe that he is willing to spend Billions of pesos of his OWN money just to serve the people for 6 years?.....Does anyone believe that he will never try to recoup the money once elected ? As a senator he used his office to profit from the C-5 road, how much more when he becomes a president.
When he was the Speaker of the House his most memorable achievement was when he passed the impeachment complaint against ERAP . However, I can't really think of anything major that he accomplished as Speaker of the House. Except for the fact that at least minute he decided to go against ERAP, House of representative was always known as the rubberstamp of ERAP. It was composed of mostly traditional politicians (TRAPOS), that do what the sitting President tells them. He was I believe was elected Speaker of the House because of his Billions- the glare of money enticed all the TRAPOS to elect him. That's my opinion.
As Senate president, I cannot recall of any major achievement that he accomplished. Most of the Senate hearings are conducted but without no end result like ZTE scandal....etc...he was ousted as Senate President after Senator Jamby Madrigal accused him of being involved in the C-5 road mess. I do believe that there is TRUTH in that accusation. He did gained from that C-5 controversy.
Now, he is telling us that he is better that OBAMA!!! If he is , how come he is scared to attend the SEnate hearing regarding the C-5 controversy or how about attending the Harapan Debate? President Obama love town hall meetings, debates but how come Villar is scared of it? Are you scared to be asked abt. the C-5 mess ?
I used to like Senator Villar but lately everytime he opens his mouth, ARROGANCE comes out of his mouth. How can we trust him with the highest position in the land when he is so arrogant.
Does anyone believe that he is willing to spend Billions of pesos of his OWN money just to serve the people for 6 years?.....Does anyone believe that he will never try to recoup the money once elected ? As a senator he used his office to profit from the C-5 road, how much more when he becomes a president.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
RICHARD GORDON-BAYANI FERNANDO FOR 2010
About 4 months ago I broached the idea of an ideal tandem for the 2010 Presidential Elections, the Gordon-Fernando tandem. Yesterday, that idea materialized as both of them decided to pair up and aspire for the unthinkable.
I know they know that it will be an uphill battle for them to win the election. They have to double-up or triple up their efforts in their campaign. Without talking about the viability of their campaign, I think nobody can doubt that they are very capable and deserving candidates. In fact I'll go farther in saying that I believe they are the most capable candidate to become the President and Vice-President of the Philippines.
Nobody can't deny the fact that they did an excellent job as a government officials. From being City mayor, SBMA Chairman, Tourism secretary and Senator (for Gordon) and Marikina and MMDA Chairman for Bayani Fernando, they've proven that they are an excellent ADministrator and they have political will to implement what is best for the Country.
For now, I have to wait and see on who among these Presidentiables will finally win my one and very important vote. It's a toss-up between Noynoy and Gordon.
I know they know that it will be an uphill battle for them to win the election. They have to double-up or triple up their efforts in their campaign. Without talking about the viability of their campaign, I think nobody can doubt that they are very capable and deserving candidates. In fact I'll go farther in saying that I believe they are the most capable candidate to become the President and Vice-President of the Philippines.
Nobody can't deny the fact that they did an excellent job as a government officials. From being City mayor, SBMA Chairman, Tourism secretary and Senator (for Gordon) and Marikina and MMDA Chairman for Bayani Fernando, they've proven that they are an excellent ADministrator and they have political will to implement what is best for the Country.
For now, I have to wait and see on who among these Presidentiables will finally win my one and very important vote. It's a toss-up between Noynoy and Gordon.
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