tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post1070655572690796340..comments2023-06-10T20:22:01.348+08:00Comments on The Society of Honor by Joe America: One Nation, Under God, Absurd and Infinitely DivisibleThe Society of Honorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-86235823096107700242012-07-06T19:51:22.424+08:002012-07-06T19:51:22.424+08:00Whoa Joe!
Can you imagine when the Philippines ge...Whoa Joe!<br /><br />Can you imagine when the Philippines gets to investment grade level?<br /><br />Is this one of the reason why you and I are getting poorer lately while the peso is becoming stronger against the dollar? Oh boy.....<br /><br />Well, my best guess is that with the power of the Internet and other sources, how I wish that the Filipinos are getting smarter and vote for the best public servants. I will go for the young blood, best educated perhaps.<br /><br />Careful with that Magnum; I prefer the Magnum Ice Cream. <br /><br />Its JackAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-36008515428484141422012-07-06T19:11:10.702+08:002012-07-06T19:11:10.702+08:00From: Island jim-e
1. From my rocking chair I a...From: Island jim-e<br /><br />1. From my rocking chair I am getting confused as to<br />the issue of numbers....97 million penoys and growing by<br />1.5 million (+/_) each year....2007 islands in the nation<br />is now being advertised for a reality of 1007 islands...<br />and now 10 cities in Metro Manila....vs. the 16 cities<br />which I am aware of...soooo much confusion....I think<br />I need to go find a blanket and suck on my thumb some more!<br /><br />2. Notice that Manila traffic is a disaster and just<br />getting worse...by the minute! The MMDA and related <br />departments have just announced that for the most part<br />they have given up on "old Manila" and are not promoting<br />the idea of building a "NEW Manila" elswhere...but still<br />inviting the casino builders and grand developers to<br />put up mini-worlds in downtown Manila! Besides a new<br />set of casinos the govenrment plans on expanding the<br />"old Man-ila" by a new land fill entertainment, shopping<br />and residential development extending into the bay area<br />around the Manila Yatch club....wow...what a country....<br />and they expect to grow...grow...grow...!<br /><br />So what is a sane person to do? I suggest we need to <br />run ....run...run very, very fast...otherwise learn how<br />to grow wings!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-75472976817122896732012-07-06T18:41:05.744+08:002012-07-06T18:41:05.744+08:00Whew! I'll put the 44 magnum back in the shoe ...Whew! I'll put the 44 magnum back in the shoe box again.<br /><br />S&P raised Philippine debt to one notch below investment grade earlier this week. It was two notches down.<br /><br />I like the amount of youth in the legislature, and the next two elections will be fascinating to watch, to see (1) if the transparency kick follows through, and (2) if the internet force will play out strong to influence both the candidates and the public's choices.The Society of Honorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-2570700905982208102012-07-06T18:24:17.701+08:002012-07-06T18:24:17.701+08:00No Joe, I didnt mean to scare you, I just wanted t...No Joe, I didnt mean to scare you, I just wanted to mess with you. <br /><br />You cant shut up, I know that and your writings are fairly civilized. However, you cant be too careful. Be observant around you eh?<br /><br />Its JackAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-42156728907045978142012-07-06T18:09:53.679+08:002012-07-06T18:09:53.679+08:00huh? Investment ratings is up? When did that happe...huh? Investment ratings is up? When did that happen Joe?<br /><br />If that is the latest and the greatest I am extremely delighted. <br /><br />Something is working.<br /><br />Yeah, I also noticed some young blood in Congress, but the second generation of the old guard. We shall see.<br /><br />A new and fresh mind shall refresh the buttons.<br /><br />Its JackAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-31057438170632339222012-07-06T17:34:06.464+08:002012-07-06T17:34:06.464+08:00I've read bios of Rizal, but not his books. Th...I've read bios of Rizal, but not his books. That is a definite TO DO, and I'll get one during my August trip to National Bookstore. Yes, I suppose thinking and speaking the wrong words can be dangerous in these parts, eh? Still, I can't imagine shutting up. That would be like concession to evil, and cowardly. I'll be honest and honorable in my writings and if this here God y'all are talking about objects to that, I guess I'll find out . . .The Society of Honorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-2558850316886520422012-07-06T17:30:03.972+08:002012-07-06T17:30:03.972+08:00Ha, thanks, Jack. I rather smiled when that title ...Ha, thanks, Jack. I rather smiled when that title came off the keyboard, too. You know, if I were Muslim, I would be incensed that the government that will not let me be independent practices a faith that is different than mine. Livid. A non-denominational prayer would not be so bad. No worship at all would be best. Render unto God that which is His, in His various Churches, and keep Caesar's realm for people of all faiths and no faiths.The Society of Honorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-60763626456069689442012-07-06T17:25:31.129+08:002012-07-06T17:25:31.129+08:00Patrioticflip, that is wonderful witchcraft coming...Patrioticflip, that is wonderful witchcraft coming from the Church, eh? No wonder the population is both religious and superstitious. Still, my answer would be yes, Filipinos have what it takes, surrounding the core of mostly young, well educated people who populate the internet. And the government of President Aquino which is trying mighty hard to break down the culture of corruption. Investment ratings up another notch. This is good stuff . . .The Society of Honorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-87598295470535067382012-07-06T17:15:51.176+08:002012-07-06T17:15:51.176+08:00Joe,
Are you familiar with the two novels Noli Me...Joe,<br /><br />Are you familiar with the two novels Noli Me Tangere published 1887 and El Filibusterismo published 1891 written by Dr. Jose (Joe) Rizal our national hero?<br /><br />My favorite during my hi-school days. They dont teach it anymore; a disgrace. I think the Church has something to do with the termination of the curriculum. You see, they have that kind of power as illustrated in the two books he had written whom he paid for his dear life.<br /><br />Over a hundred years later, the church still weld that power and influence in the Govenment. The Corrupt Spanish General who was then (Governadocillo) governor of the Philippines was forced by the Friars (priests) to kill Dr. Jose Rizal by way of firing squad in Luneta Park presently known as Rizal Park.<br /><br />What is wrong with picture? We have not learned anything. <br /><br />My friend Joe, be careful, I dont want to see you lined up before the firing squad eh?<br /><br />Its JackAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-25389334688453051382012-07-06T16:24:26.023+08:002012-07-06T16:24:26.023+08:00Joe,
Loves the title dude! It sounds like a might...Joe,<br /><br />Loves the title dude! It sounds like a mighty gongs (not cymbals) reververating over the spines of the nation's leader who bow to the priest. <br /><br />But wait, I think I want to take that back. There is bill or proposition from a rare and brave leader to remove religious related objects, in government buildings including chapels. <br /><br />I think that is a good start to fight the church's political influence to our spineless leaders. <br /><br />While to potato is still hot, I proposed to ban Catholic mass in all government institution as unconstitutional.<br /><br />Its JackAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-64798702300347717082012-07-06T16:07:00.674+08:002012-07-06T16:07:00.674+08:00Patrioticflip,
I dont know where that idea came f...Patrioticflip,<br /><br />I dont know where that idea came from to exorcize EDSA. You know, that is one of most ABSURD crap I ever heard after I read the "One Nation, Under God, Absurd and Infinitely Divisible."<br /><br />Filipinos have the knack of overly relying to supreme being rather than focusing and implementing traffic rules and safety regulations. <br /><br />There is no doubt that our faith in God is unquestionable, but we have to do our part and duties to make that faith relevant to our life. What if the mishaps worsen? Is the Church going to stage a Novena in every city? <br /><br />Absurd<br /><br />Its JackAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-23077561266814979932012-07-06T08:03:01.697+08:002012-07-06T08:03:01.697+08:00Not sure if this is an 'Only In Da Philippines...Not sure if this is an 'Only In Da Philippines' bit (has this phrase been replaced with 'It's More Fun'?), but due to the increase in vehicular accidents in Manila's main thoroughfare EDSA, the Catholic Church is planning to hold an 'exorcism' on Saturday. <br /><br />Because boogeymen are responsible for that bus driver texting while driving. Or that Jeepney from cutting through the road to beat the other jeepneys from picking up passengers.<br /><br />Or what about the 'informal settlers' that were killed after living under an unsafe structure, and then blaming the mayor for not telling them to leave because said location was 'unsafe'?<br /><br />*ahem*<br /><br />Still think this country has got what it takes, Joe?<br /><br />-patrioticflipAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-11226955097990442932012-07-06T05:18:25.941+08:002012-07-06T05:18:25.941+08:00Thanks, chohalili. Yes, there is something rather ...Thanks, chohalili. Yes, there is something rather unkind about vote-buying when you put it that way. Seems generous, but it essentially locks people in place. Both the person elected, who gets the goodies, and the person with the kilo of rice, who gets a couple of meals.The Society of Honorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-54581564662130893192012-07-05T21:53:08.217+08:002012-07-05T21:53:08.217+08:00Very good write Mr. Joe! you are absolutely right....Very good write Mr. Joe! you are absolutely right. But let me first comment on the last paragraph of the article. As long as there are Eraps, Villars and the likes to run for office, there will always be the other side of the Philippine society (the dysfunction.) almost 90% of voters trade their votes for a can of sardine & kilo of rice...they live across the condominiums the "Squatters" the good voters live outside the country & the uglies & the foringer lives in the condominiums.chohalilihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00765326961017585090noreply@blogger.com