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Continue reading →: Unmasking the Duterte Strategy: A Political Dynasty on the Defensive?By Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a political landscape as dynamic and tumultuous as the Philippines, the revelation from Vice President Sara Duterte that members of her father’s senatorial slate may include PDP members seems like stating the obvious. But let’s peel back the layers of this announcement to understand…
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Continue reading →: From Shadows to Spotlight: Duterte Challenges China’s South China Sea ClaimsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a stunning turn of events, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has emerged from the political shadows to make a bold declaration: the West Philippine Sea is unequivocally part of the Philippines’ exclusive economic zone. The timing and the platform—a press conference on Sonshine Media…
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Continue reading →: Power for Sale: NBI’s Crackdown on the Sale of Government PositionsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a striking display of law enforcement prowess, the National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) has apprehended seven suspects involved in the sale of government positions and promotions. This revelation, while alarming, sheds light on a pervasive issue plaguing the Philippine bureaucracy. The swift action by…
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Continue reading →: Hulidap Horror: When Protectors Turn PredatorsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the quiet streets of Santa Rosa City, Laguna, an unsettling narrative unfolds—a tale not of justice, but of betrayal by those sworn to uphold it. The robbery of businessman Nino Arni Amoranto Marfil, executed under the guise of Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) agents,…
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Continue reading →: Revolutionizing Philippine Farming: Tiu Laurel’s Tech-Driven VisionBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the twilight of a sweltering Philippine day, amid the verdant fields that have fed generations, a revolution is quietly taking root. Francisco “Kiko” Tiu Laurel Jr., the country’s Department of Agriculture (DA) Secretary, is spearheading a transformative vision that could very well determine the…
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Continue reading →: Duterte’s Senate Gambit: A Political Showdown with MarcosBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the jungle of Philippine politics, a new chapter unfolds as former President Rodrigo Duterte and his two sons prepare to vie for Senate seats in the upcoming midterm elections. This maneuver, while seemingly democratic, is poised to send shockwaves through the delicate alliance that…
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Continue reading →: Missiles in the Philippines: A Dangerous Game of Nuclear PokerBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo As the world stands at the precipice of a renewed nuclear arms race, the echoes of past dangers reverberate with chilling clarity. On June 29, 2024, President Vladimir Putin’s declaration that Russia may resume deploying intermediate and shorter-range nuclear-capable missiles, ostensibly in response to the…
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Continue reading →: The Waning Star: The Erosion of Sara Duterte’s Approval RatingsBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In the unpredictable theater of Philippine politics, few narratives are more riveting than the rise and fall of public figures. Recently, the political stage has been set ablaze by the sharp decline in Vice President Sara Duterte’s approval and trust ratings, as revealed by the…
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Continue reading →: Teves Extradition: A Step Toward Justice or a Legal Quagmire?By Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo The extradition of former Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo “Arnie” Teves Jr. from Timor-Leste to the Philippines marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s ongoing battle against impunity and political violence. Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla has hailed this as a significant victory for the Department…
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Continue reading →: Forging Coalitions: A Gamble for Political DominanceBy Louis ‘Barok‘ C. Biraogo In a striking turn that could reshape the Philippine political backdrop, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.’s Partido Federal ng Pilipinas (PFP) has cemented an alliance with the National Unity Party (NUP), the nation’s second-largest political party. This union, unveiled at the Manila Golf Club, represents a…
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