Why no Cha-Cha since 1997 has succeeded — Part 1Since the overwhelming ratification of the 1987 Constitution, every single administration has either lead or witnessed moves to change the…Jan 17Jan 17
An Open Letter to the Newly Elected SK LeadersHold high the brow serene, O youth, where now you stand…Nov 10, 2023Nov 10, 2023
Presidential Veto Power: Marcos Jr. And His First Month Veto-SpreeMany, including his allies in the legislature, were caught by surprise when Marcos Jr. reverted to Congress some bills he vetoed. In his…Jul 31, 2022Jul 31, 2022
Twenty Five-Twenty One and Reflections on “Love Lost and Love Remembered”The series provided a realistic take on the mess breakups bring and the somberness that follows. Starting the year with a happy ending from…Jul 29, 2022Jul 29, 2022
Hiram na KapangyarihanWalang pulitiko o partido ang makapagsasabing nasa kanila ang tunay na kapangyarihan. Ang kapangyarihan ay nasa mamamayang Pilipino.Apr 28, 2022Apr 28, 2022
Of Uncertainty, Institutions, and K-Drama: Beyond Evil and the Classic Prisoners’ DilemmaUltimately, the point here is this: institutions, no matter how subtle, shape how we interact with each other.Jul 19, 2021Jul 19, 2021
Is EDSA People Power a Social Movement?In hindsight, EDSA appeared to be an intra-elite conflict, its spirit unsustained, its promises unrealized.Jul 14, 20211Jul 14, 20211
Is government debt the problem?The short answer is no. Let me try to tell you why.Apr 16, 2021Apr 16, 2021
On quenching our thirst: Reflections on Jesus’ 5th last wordYesterday, I was asked to share my reflection on one of Jesus’ last words on the cross and I picked his 5th last word: I am thirsty. To…Apr 2, 2021Apr 2, 2021
Debunking the idea of a “bobotante”Elections that are free, competitive, and institutionalized are considered to be one of the pillars of democracy as authority emanates…Apr 1, 2021Apr 1, 2021
