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Tatay Danilo passed away last night. I hope he knows that even for a few days, he was the source of joy and warmth of heart for thousands of Filipinos who watched his saga unfold.
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Responding to a question on intent to prosecute Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, survey favorite Sen Noynoy Aquino said that there must be closure in cases and he will let the courts decide her fate, while assuring the Mrs Arroyo’s rights will be respected. He said she “destroyed a lot of institutions that we depend upon to have a vibrant and really functional democracy.”
Other bets also clearly stated they will go after Arroyo, except for administration bet Gilbert Teodoro. When moderator Ted Failon asked the audience if they understood Teodoro’s response, he was greeted by shouts of “No.” During the forum, Sen Manny Villar was also hit by questions on expenditure and the C5 issue, and all candidates responded to the question of reproductive health.
»Philippine Star
Sen Noynoy Aquino led the Liberal Party in its 64th anniversary last week in vowing to “never, never steal.” Aquino and hundreds of Liberal Party members signed a “Manifesto of Hope” anchored on an anti-corruption campaign. Aquino lambasted Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo for her promise to end the culture of corruption in EDSA Dos, but ended up making the situation worse. Aquino also said that sometimes, main opponent Sen Manny Villar's staff would come to him for photos, telling him what they do is just a job, and they would vote freely. »Philippine Daily Inquirer
Liberal Party Vice-presidential bet Sen Mar Roxas appealed to the Committee of Human Rights for assistance in investigation and monitoring on the spate of election-related killings in recent months. According to Mar Roxas, “these murders could only be the kick-off to organized violence against opposition candidates and supporters in order to frustrate their participation” in this year’s elections, as guaranteed by the constitution and international rights. »Philippine Star
The Department of Finance will have to abandon all pending tax measures if Sen Noynoy Aquino, who promises no new taxes if elected, would become president. An official said the department will just have to focus on improving tax administration to bring tax effort back to 17 percent of the GDP, as in 1997. Aquino had said that instead of raising taxes, he will pursue rationalization and fiscal incentives to help plug revenue leaks and abate the budget deficit. »Malaya
Sen Noynoy Aquino’s spokesperson Atty Edwin Lacierda clarified that the comparison being made between C5 and SCTEx is false:
1) The SCTEx construction followed the government’s original plan without diversion, as opposed to the C5 controversy where the plan was re-aligned to traverse a number of Villar’s properties; 2) Aquino never lobbied for, or attended a meeting in which the project was discussed, and certainly did not use his influence as a legislator, whereas Villar even used PDAF to pay for right-of-way; and 3) Villar had controlling interests in the said companies, whereas Aquino owns less than 1% of the shareholdings. Lacierda noted that the accusations made by Villar spokesperson Crispin Remulla are perhaps an effort to divert from the real issue. »Philippine Daily Inquirer
After half-joking that he has indeed spent Christmas on a street – Times Street, Sen Noynoy Aquino said that poverty can be experienced by anybody, including those deprived of justice, experienced now by most poor people. He also said that his “Hindi ako Magnanakaw” TV ad was not directed at opponent Sen Manny Villar but at the incumbent.
On the C5 controversy, Aquino assured the public he is not politicking. He admitted that he is not completely convinced Villar is guilty of the charges, but believes Villar must present himself to challenge the evidence being brought against him. Aquino said he will not inhibit himself from the hearings as the Senate is already short on active members. »ABS-CBN News
Sen Noynoy Aquino said that should he win the May elections, he would release detained general Danilo Lim, whose incarceration, Aquino says, is one of the worst injustices of the Arroyo administration. Lim is a senatorial bet of the Liberal Party, and was implicated in a plot to oust incumbent Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo in the Manila Peninsula takeover in 2006.
»Philippine Daily Inquirer
Actor Dingdong Dantes and the “apple of Sen Aquino’s eye” Shalani Soledad rallied youths in Valenzuela to campaign for Aquino in the coming elections. Dantes, the lead convener of AYOS NA (Advocates of Youth and Students for Noynoy Aquino) said, “Kuya Noynoy may not be a slick orator compared to other presidential candidates, but his message is simple and clear: Hindi ako magnanakaw.”
Soledad added: “We ask you to cast your votes with unwavering faith in this man who is committed to running a government that is committed to and accountable to the people, to a government that works with the people in achieving long-term change,” she said.
»Philippine Star
Malaysian opposition leader and “voice of democracy” Anwar Ibrahim met in private with Sen Noynoy Aquino last weekend. Ibrahim lectured on Democracy at the UP College of Law last week and shared his thoughts on the coming elections. He praised the fighting spirit of the Filipino people, reminded that a “vibrant democracy needs a vibrant opposition," also saying that the hallmark of democracy is a credible election.
»Philippine Daily Inquirer
Whoever said Noynoy has no clear plan of action? He’s a man with a plan for sure, not the least when it comes to education. Philippine Star’s Isagani Cruz received a very long letter from the Liberal Party detailing their acknowledgement of the real problem in our education system, as well as a very detailed and viable solution that pretty much has thought of everything (you might say , e kung ganoon, paano ang… and lo and behold they’ve already drawn up a detailed plan for that, too). They even figured out the budgeting. A definite must-read. Makes going to school actually exciting and full of possibility.
»read more
Related: UN: Philippine education lags behind
In a senate divided into two camps: those seeking the censure of Sen Manny Villar and those seeking to acquit him, only one could be telling the truth, or at least, defending the correct evidence. But to accuse those who signed the report on Sen Villar’s guilt in the matter of politicking is a “sophomoric attempt at avoiding the issue and is itself politically motivated,” writes Franklin Regis in the Inquirer. “The assumption that Filipinos are so stupid as not to see through this ploy is an insult to the people the senators are supposed to represent.” »read more
TV’s “The Explainer” explains in his Inquirer column that what Sen Villar is going through with the C5 censure is an impeachment: Senators in many ways can do as they please while in office, with the only real check and balance on their behavior being their fellow senators themselves.
Manuel Quezon III also explains how contrary to Villar’s claim, Villar is no “Ninoy.” Ninoy was a civilian and therefore should only be tried at a civilian court; Villar is being “tried” at the appropriate forum. He notes: “President Elpidio Quirino, the first chief executive to undergo impeachment proceedings, responded by vigorously facing the charges. President Joseph Estrada, after losing control of the House, attempted a vigorous defense. We know how President Macapagal-Arroyo engineered avoiding scrutiny by means of the rules and by denying, every step of the way, the legitimacy of any effort to hold her to account. Without even being president, Villar has embarked on an identical, and ominous, path.” »read more
In the Inquirer, Ramon Farolan recounts the “12 little things every Filipino must do for our country,” a small but wise booklet that, if every Filipino followed it, we would be well on our way to being the change we want to see in our country, well on our way to a Philippines that works. It was written by Alex Lacson, a young lawyer who is now running as a senator with the Liberal Party. “If you have been aware of the weird behavior of some of our senators during the past few days,” Farolan writes, “You will realize how important it is that we elect people like Alex Lacson to the Senate.” When you enter the polling booth in May, remember Alex Lacson.
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William Esposo of the Philippine Star writes this brief history of the Reds (our communists) to put in perspective the forces at work in the mudslinging against the Aquinos, and how Sen Manny Villar figures in the scam.
Marcos pinned Ninoy as a Red supporter when he was sentenced to death, and pinned the Reds as Ninoy’s killers. Martial law swelled the ranks of the Reds, but by the time democracy once again reigned under Cory Aquino, many wanted to return to the fold of the law. “Cory, like Moses, parted the Red Sea,” writes Esposo. This resulted in mass murders within their ranks, in what is now known as the Killing Fields. The Reds also became the prime suspects in the Mendiola massacre, in which Cory was cleared by the Justice system. Indeed, “Cory was the inconvenience that hindered the ends of both the Reds and the Right Wing coup plotters.” The same forces were behind the Luisita Massacre, as in 2004, “the Reds were hyperactive again after having regained momentum following the disastrous Joseph Estrada and Gloria Macapagal Arroyo regimes.” The United Nations Alston report found that the Arroyo administration was to blame for the bloody incident. Esposo continues: “The Reds thrive under a climate of severe hardships, developing animosity between the Haves and the Have-nots and when hunger and hopelessness stalk the land. To them, Noynoy Aquino’s ascendancy could translate to another major setback to their cause.” »read more Related: Mendiola Massacre Facts Related: video on the Killing fields of CPP/NPA 
Just this weekend was an emotional rollercoaster for Joylyn Alonso of Taguig. Her beloved lolo, Tatay Danilo, was diagnosed with Stage 4 cancer. Tatay's last request-- of all things, bless his soul -- was for his family to vote for Noynoy, and wished he could meet the Aquino family. Joylyn, wrote an "Open Letter to Noynoy," hoping against the odds the message would reach the senator in time. With the help of hundreds of supporters who relentlessly rallied Joylyn's message, the letter reached Noynoy the next morning. »read what happened Thanks to Dr Alex Ayco, we were able to get a glimpse of Tatay's last few happy moments on this earth. »browse some photos
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