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Thoughts on Corruption in the Government

My statement may come as a bit heavy just after Valentine, but I just want to remind our government and ourselves about a topic that should not be allowed to rest. Section 4 (a) of Republic Act 6713 states: ¨All public officials and employees shall always uphold the public interest over and above personal interest. […]

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How Honest Are We Actually About Corruption?

We know too well the effects of lying, cheating, and hypocrisy, but we have made it into an art form. Why? Why are we so selfish and ignorant?  The culture of corruption is widely accepted here but has tarnished the image of our country abroad. We have become used to broken promises and the perpetrators […]