"The Philippines are ours forever . . . . And just beyond the Philippines are China's illimitable market. We will not retreat from either. We will not repudiate our duty in the archipelago. We will not abandon our opportunity in the Orient. We will not renounce our part in the mission of our race, trustee, under God, of the civilization of the world. And we will move forward to our work . . . . with gratitude . . . . and thanksgiving to Almighty God that He has marked us as His chosen people, henceforth to lead in the regeneration of the world . . . .…
Effective communication is key to making any relationship work. Communication can be verbal (speaking), as well as non-verbal (facial expressions, body language, etc.), and can dictate how compatible two people are, and how long a relationship may last. Communicating includes expressing emotions, interaction, touch and others that dictate how the relationship between two people will develop. Being able to open up to your partner, and covey your feelings allows for a better understanding, and greater rapport which are all important. Effective communication can be directly connected to Reiss’s wheel theory of love, and the four concepts that are part of the marriage market endogamy, exogamy, homogamy and heterogamy all of which can help explain fundamentals of relationships, as well as the different types.…
Benigno Aquino delivered his first State of the Nation Address on Monday as president of the Philippines, reciting a litany of wrongdoings allegedly committed by the previous administration. He promised that his government would follow a straighter path – but gave few specifics on how he plans to clean up government and balance the books.…
Aquino III will go down in history as country’s first bachelor president. In his first State of the Nation Address (SONA), he focuses on corruption matters among officials. I hoped that all of the platforms will be realized.…
ACOJEDO, MICHELLE D. BSA 1-10 P-Noy’s fifth State of the Nation Address I. Programs of Aquino Administration A. Disbursement Acceleration Program 1. Training-for-Work Scholarship Program of TESDA. 2. Help to find employment B. Computation for Allocating the fund C. TESDA beneficiary testimonies II. Beginning of economy resurgence A. Fair System 1.…
Philippine President Benigno Simeon C. Aquino delivered his sixth State of the Nation Address on Monday, July 29, 2015 at the Batasang Pambansa in front of joint session of the Upper and Lower House of the country’s Legislative Branch of Government. Some students will surely give their reaction paper with the Pres. SONA as part of their assignment.…
n the second year of the presidency of Benigno ‘Noynoy’ Aquino III, his administration continues to unravel as brandishing more of the same elite governance defined and motivated by the narrow agenda and interests of the few. This was evident in the impeachment of Corona which was sold to the public as part of his “daang matuwid” agenda but soon enough was perceived as an effort to control the entire bureaucracy for selfserving political and economic reasons. As is the nature of traditional politics, the Aquino presidency has played along the agenda of the US, the long-time patron of the country’s elite, in exchange for its continued patronage and support. By serving as the agent of increased US military presence in the region, Aquino has stoked the tension with China over disputed territories, in the process risking regional stability and further undermining national sovereignty. As is the nature of traditional politics, the Aquino presidency has promoted an economic regime that excludes the poor while creating the most favorable environment for big business through public-private partnership (PPP) or the intensified corporate takeover of various economic sectors and activities— from utilities and social services to the exploitation of natural resources. Its claim of inclusive growth is being belied by increasing poverty and social restiveness that even massive doses of conditional cash transfer (CCT) dole outs could not pacify. Meanwhile, the human rights of those who dissent against the enduring social injustice and lack of real reforms continue to be abused with impunity by alleged state forces.…
As President Benigno S. Aquino III assured that Philippines will remain conducive to business, the country’s economic strides haven’t escaped notice, noting the Philippines is now rated investment grade for the first time in history by three major credit rating agencies. The economy grew by a remarkable 7.8 percent in addition to countless other indicators of economic growth. As companies continue to reap the benefits of the Philippine economic revival, he expects the companies to also share the fruits of their hard works not only through philanthropic activities but also by setting the good example as citizens who fulfill their obligations. However, the pork barrel scam happening in the Philippines because of unscrupulous politicians, a.k.a. public servants, who instead of servicing the needs and aspirations of the people are working for their own selfish ambitions, sadly, this puts doubt now the much touted slogan of PNoy calling for a “tuwid na daan” or the straight path in his governance as militant groups have filed plunder complaints against Aquino, members of his Cabinet and businesswoman Janet Lim Napoles before the Office of the Ombudsman. Unfazed about the accusation and even daring the opposition to go ahead and file impeachment charges against, Aquino painted even a gloomier picture when he recently revealed that it was worst during Gloria Macapagal Arroyo’s administration.Referring to Arroyo’s administration, during his speech before the Brotherhood of Christian Businessmen and Professionals,…
No wonder, the president of the Philippines called several press conferences not for the important issues about the economy but to maintain his reputation when it comes to love life. Pertaining to his, like a coca cola, “zero”. There are a lot of news that should have been discussed like the poverty of Filipinos, the health welfare, the lack of natural resources, the increase number of population of immigrants all over the world and the high rate of unemployment.…
President Aquino’s government lines up new legislative measures for people’s benefit. He laid the foundations for a clean, transparent, and responsive government. Providing quality service lanes to the provision of frontline services, Addressing abuses and irregularities in government agencies, Increasing Civil Society Participation in Governance.…
Regarding the 4P's, though I know it was really a good help to its beneficiaries I hope that those people would not just depend on the government. They should be also productive in their own. And also President Aquino, did not elaborately mention what are his plans for the next succeeding years for the country.…
I have noticed that the President failed to mention the Freedom of Information Bill, which was in the Congress for so many years and up to now is not yet passed. This must be one of the priority bills that must be passed to prove to the whole nation that this government is really aiming for transparency. Another thing that is noticeable in President Aquino’s SONA, even from the 1st to the 4th is that he acknowledges the achievements of his cabinet members. He does not grab the credit for himself, even though he can do it, because after all he is the President of the Philippines.…
Oras Na, a GMA News and Public Affairs environmental documentary hosted by Richard Gutierrez gave us a 60 minute view of how our nature looks like in this new generation. Every minute, every hour of our own life, and the uses of out natural resources, this documentary showed us what we need to know - our nature’s deadline.…
“We, the sovereign Filipino people, imploring the aid of Almighty God, in order to build a just and humane society and establish a government that shall embody our ideals and aspirations, promote the common good, conserve and develop our patrimony and secure to ourselves and our posterity the blessings of independence and democracy under the rule of law and a regime of truth, justice, freedom, love, equality, and peace, do ordain and promulgate this Constitution.”…
The fourth State of the Nation Address of President Benigno Simeon Aquino III was held last July 22, making the third year of his presidency and opening the session of the 16th Congress. It was the longest SONA he had given so far, earning 88 rounds of applause from the congressmen, senators, government officials, media, etc. His speech covered a lot of areas such as his accomplishments so far in his term, both political and economic aspects, praises for the public and some government departments who gave their outstanding service for the country, and also criticisms against public servants and government agencies.…