It was a political rally in Wisconsin where Obama again won in the Democratic primary among democrats.
He responded to the criticism hurled against him by Hilary Clinton who said that Obama is peddling only hope to the American electorate. To this Obama said:
" When I was two years old, my father left me to the care of my mother and grandparents. They gave only three things: love, education & hope."
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Jun Lozada Soul-Scorching Quote
During the February18,2008 Philippine Senate hearing on the corruption-drenched ZTE National Broadband Network (NBN) deal, Jun Lozada was egged by the senators to say every piece of truth he knows of his personal knowledge.
Trembling and on the verge of tears, Lozada quoted former Socio-Economic Planning Secretary, Romulo Neri as having said: "GLORIA IS AN EVIL PERSON."
Neri, according to Lozada uttered this ominous quote during one intimate session with a small group composed of Lozada, Lito Banayo, Senators Panfilo Lacson & Jamby Madrigal and their staff. According to Lozada, Sec Neri was then in his element illustrating the ecosystem of corruption in government with Pres. GMA at the center of its web.
Trembling and on the verge of tears, Lozada quoted former Socio-Economic Planning Secretary, Romulo Neri as having said: "GLORIA IS AN EVIL PERSON."
Neri, according to Lozada uttered this ominous quote during one intimate session with a small group composed of Lozada, Lito Banayo, Senators Panfilo Lacson & Jamby Madrigal and their staff. According to Lozada, Sec Neri was then in his element illustrating the ecosystem of corruption in government with Pres. GMA at the center of its web.
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Jun Lozada Soul-Moving Quote
When I decided to walk into the light, I just wanted to save my soul; I didn't know my coming out to tell the truth will save the country's soul.
Quotes to Ponder on Philippine Situation
"I disagree with those who think that Filipinos have turned numb and no longer feel much social outrage. I sense that much outrage is underground, and can pack as much energy as a volcano." Mahar Mangahas
"I consider political action resulting from the slow boil of the people's anger ultimately more enduring than any dish we can cook with microwave heat." Randy David
"President Arroyo is said to be praying everyday but it always seems to be done in front of cameras. Praying is about facing the truth, but is she facing the truth?" Praying is about penance. When she said 'I am sorry( in connection with the Hello Garci scandal), is that penance? Penance is about returning what you stole and healing the damage you've done." Fr. Robert Reyes (Running Priest).
"Corruption in government is so brazen and so blatant,Philippine economy is so brittle. If you love your country, you will work for change regardless of your station in life. If you are stable and you love yourself, you will prefer the status quo." A Filipino /Chinese businessman-client who professed his admiration for Jun Lozada.
"I consider political action resulting from the slow boil of the people's anger ultimately more enduring than any dish we can cook with microwave heat." Randy David
"President Arroyo is said to be praying everyday but it always seems to be done in front of cameras. Praying is about facing the truth, but is she facing the truth?" Praying is about penance. When she said 'I am sorry( in connection with the Hello Garci scandal), is that penance? Penance is about returning what you stole and healing the damage you've done." Fr. Robert Reyes (Running Priest).
"Corruption in government is so brazen and so blatant,Philippine economy is so brittle. If you love your country, you will work for change regardless of your station in life. If you are stable and you love yourself, you will prefer the status quo." A Filipino /Chinese businessman-client who professed his admiration for Jun Lozada.
Monday, February 11, 2008
Jun Lozada Against a Pack of Wolves
During the February 11, 2008 hearing on the ZTE National Broadband Network deal, a pack of lying wolves swooped down the Philippine Senate to tear into bits, Rodolfo Noel Lozada, Jr., a man who has seen the light and decided to expose the extent of government corruption which according to him has gone way deep into the "forbidden zone". Lozada said that joning them all the way into that depth of corruption will already cause him whatever is left of his soul and dignity as a human being.
Throughout the ten-hour hearing, Lozada was meek yet strong. He emerged not only unscathed but more credible. His honesty and humility demolished all pretentions of the administration functionaries. Instead of being shaken, Lozada's consistency, spontaneity and transparency blew into bits the false posturing of the wolves in the Senate.
Throughout the ten-hour hearing, Lozada was meek yet strong. He emerged not only unscathed but more credible. His honesty and humility demolished all pretentions of the administration functionaries. Instead of being shaken, Lozada's consistency, spontaneity and transparency blew into bits the false posturing of the wolves in the Senate.
Thursday, February 7, 2008
Jun Lozada's Tears
The newly resigned president of the Philippine Forest Corporation, Rodolfo Lozada, Jr.was sheding real tears and tightly controlling his sobs as he recounted his fears and agony over his need to testify on another scandal hounding the administration of President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo, the ZTE Broadband deal.
The deal is just one of the numerous government transactions that reek of greed and corruption among the highest officials of the land. Among those involved in the Broadband was the resigned and discredited Commissioner of the Commission on Election. Benjamin Abalos.
One striking instruction given to Lozada by the the government functionary directly in charge to oversee the project-- NEDA Director, Romulo Neri-- is : "Moderate their greed". And Lozada tried; he told Abalos, " Your cut is too huge, "bubukol yan" (it will erupt). Unable to stomach the stench of corruption involved, Lozada got out of the project.
Lozada has no doubt at all that should he speak out before the senate investigation, it will have to be the truth... that the resigned Abalos plotted receiving $130Million commission out of the government project and that the First Gentleman, Mike Arroyo is involved. And when the First Gentleman is in, the President is not far behind.
Extremely afraid and oppressed, Lozada would have wanted to let this cup pass, but he could not turn his back to our country's call and need for heroes. He said:"I am doing this not just for one small family but for the whole country because our country is one family. He seemed to be carrying on his back the collective suffering of every Filipino. "After a prolonged agony, I am ready to go into the light", Lozada declared, his tears flowing, his sobs controlled, mute witnesses to the truth he was spilling from his guts.
He tried to contain his emotion, but the burden was too heavy for one man to bear. And I cried with him as he shook under the weight of a whole country's burden.
The deal is just one of the numerous government transactions that reek of greed and corruption among the highest officials of the land. Among those involved in the Broadband was the resigned and discredited Commissioner of the Commission on Election. Benjamin Abalos.
One striking instruction given to Lozada by the the government functionary directly in charge to oversee the project-- NEDA Director, Romulo Neri-- is : "Moderate their greed". And Lozada tried; he told Abalos, " Your cut is too huge, "bubukol yan" (it will erupt). Unable to stomach the stench of corruption involved, Lozada got out of the project.
Lozada has no doubt at all that should he speak out before the senate investigation, it will have to be the truth... that the resigned Abalos plotted receiving $130Million commission out of the government project and that the First Gentleman, Mike Arroyo is involved. And when the First Gentleman is in, the President is not far behind.
Extremely afraid and oppressed, Lozada would have wanted to let this cup pass, but he could not turn his back to our country's call and need for heroes. He said:"I am doing this not just for one small family but for the whole country because our country is one family. He seemed to be carrying on his back the collective suffering of every Filipino. "After a prolonged agony, I am ready to go into the light", Lozada declared, his tears flowing, his sobs controlled, mute witnesses to the truth he was spilling from his guts.
He tried to contain his emotion, but the burden was too heavy for one man to bear. And I cried with him as he shook under the weight of a whole country's burden.
Tuesday, February 5, 2008
Share a Thought, if not a Piece of Land
This is an invitation for you to drop in at http://philandreform.x.am , a forum on Holistic Agrarian Reform.
I am not an expert on land reform. Just like you perhaps, mine is simply a sympathy for the poor. And a willingness to learn from one another as to how we can contribute to their relief. Heal their body and spirit; in the end, heal our land.
Since the Philippines is basically an agricultural land, majority of the Filipinos' economic life is grounded on the soil. Most of its poor are peasants and fisherfolks. Even the teeming urban poor consists of farmers driven to the cities by the harsh poverty in the countryside. Their deprivation is caused to a great extent, by landlessness, low productivity and armed conflicts-- the last due mainly to a struggle for land ownership.
Let us share our hearts and minds and from our combined thoughts we may hopefully distill a clear vision for a doable Holistic Land Reform. Holistic it should be in the sense that it is beneficial for everyone. For the farmers, a feeling of security and dignity, a sense of responsibility, vigorous community spirit and gratitude to the ULTIMATE GIVER of Land. For the landwoners-benefactors, business sectors and technology and credit providers, new and diverse opportunities. For the country, a patriotic citizenry and a strong backbone for democratic institutions.
So quench your thirst for social justice in our land, drink from the cup of this forum and refill it to the brim with your own ideas, researches and dreams...for a truly comprehensive agrarian reform program for a better Philippines.
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Atty. Ma. Gracia Rinoza-Plazo
Moderator
Philippine Land Reform Forum
I am not an expert on land reform. Just like you perhaps, mine is simply a sympathy for the poor. And a willingness to learn from one another as to how we can contribute to their relief. Heal their body and spirit; in the end, heal our land.
Since the Philippines is basically an agricultural land, majority of the Filipinos' economic life is grounded on the soil. Most of its poor are peasants and fisherfolks. Even the teeming urban poor consists of farmers driven to the cities by the harsh poverty in the countryside. Their deprivation is caused to a great extent, by landlessness, low productivity and armed conflicts-- the last due mainly to a struggle for land ownership.
Let us share our hearts and minds and from our combined thoughts we may hopefully distill a clear vision for a doable Holistic Land Reform. Holistic it should be in the sense that it is beneficial for everyone. For the farmers, a feeling of security and dignity, a sense of responsibility, vigorous community spirit and gratitude to the ULTIMATE GIVER of Land. For the landwoners-benefactors, business sectors and technology and credit providers, new and diverse opportunities. For the country, a patriotic citizenry and a strong backbone for democratic institutions.
So quench your thirst for social justice in our land, drink from the cup of this forum and refill it to the brim with your own ideas, researches and dreams...for a truly comprehensive agrarian reform program for a better Philippines.
_________________
Atty. Ma. Gracia Rinoza-Plazo
Moderator
Philippine Land Reform Forum
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