tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post1089184773653471095..comments2023-06-10T20:22:01.348+08:00Comments on The Society of Honor by Joe America: Waving the White Flag of Subservience on Independence DayThe Society of Honorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-12263780244101656692012-06-13T22:02:09.447+08:002012-06-13T22:02:09.447+08:00Same here. There's a big difference between a ...Same here. There's a big difference between a leader and a superhero. Change is a process, not a quick fix like what those trolls at GRP are shouting.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-22603709506982808292012-06-13T16:26:39.144+08:002012-06-13T16:26:39.144+08:00Right on Cricket!
"Freedom is not free."...Right on Cricket!<br /><br />"Freedom is not free." It is too costly paid by many heroes whom they have forgotten. <br /><br />"Freedom and enslavement of the population," is abundant in the Philippines in term of economic injustice.<br /><br />The minimum wager makes about P400+ per day in Manila while top level government employees make millions. I am getting a headache computing it.<br /><br />I dont call that Freedom, you call it enslavement and you are probaly right. <br /><br />Its JackAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-45412326416968674902012-06-13T16:11:33.107+08:002012-06-13T16:11:33.107+08:00Whatever it takes to get us out of the hole, I wil...Whatever it takes to get us out of the hole, I will support. Coke, Is it?<br /><br />Let us all get involved and be accountable. What we could do is teach our children good moral character and that would be a good start. <br /><br />Its JackAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-20052076327093458782012-06-13T15:59:37.131+08:002012-06-13T15:59:37.131+08:00Thanks for the link.
I am a military man too, and...Thanks for the link.<br /><br />I am a military man too, and I salute your grandfather for defending our freedom. <br /><br />You are not alone Joe, got to respect the boss, eh? <br /><br />Its JackAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-65902921199118804152012-06-13T14:12:37.312+08:002012-06-13T14:12:37.312+08:00Up with people. Great need in the Philippines . . ...Up with people. Great need in the Philippines . . . but more effective than "People Power" by having involvement and self-accountability. <br /><br />Maybe we can get Coca Cola to lead the program . . . They do songs well.The Society of Honorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-69247951072220416682012-06-13T14:08:20.399+08:002012-06-13T14:08:20.399+08:00I agree completely. And a part of the education pr...I agree completely. And a part of the education program ought to be to get Filipinos to understand that leadership requires skills earned in places other than the boxing ring.The Society of Honorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-25302045982291114522012-06-13T13:16:44.481+08:002012-06-13T13:16:44.481+08:00From: Island jim-e (aka-The cricket)
The essay wa...From: Island jim-e (aka-The cricket)<br /><br />The essay was well stated...I agree we need more<br />"Boy-Girl-Explorer type scouts"....! <br /><br />Question: What good is leadership when it keeps us<br />from making progress, constructive positve action?<br /><br />If we define freedom to mean the opportunity to change<br />then I can make the observation that little of this<br />freedom exisits! We are cinical of so-called republics<br />or democratic institutions who claim "freedom" but in<br />fact inslave the population--no better than any <br />dictatorship or so-called communist political based<br />government! '<br /><br />What good are our so-called leaders when they inisit<br />on putting up photo-face-picture banners<br />and signs the size of jumbo-jets and let the people<br />die due to "egooooooooooooooooooooooooooomania"?<br /><br /><br />Question: What ever came of the "UP With People" <br />singing group/tour? Maybe we can see real constructive<br />positive change in our lifetime if we revived and <br />supported such organizations for a world-class, <br />people based revision of our world society!<br /><br />Oh, for some more "UP With People" grass roots<br />motivation! Maybe more healthy music would lead<br />to our salvation! Freedom is not FREE...!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-28929369692100393342012-06-13T11:38:01.535+08:002012-06-13T11:38:01.535+08:00In summary, Filipinos should get involved in devel...In summary, Filipinos should get involved in developing the country. Leaders are there to inspire action and not boss people around. Involvement breeds true patriotism.<br /><br />A cultural change is what we need. It does not need to happen overnight in all places. One thing at one time. It starts in one's backyard. There's too much focus on national problems with local problems going unattended. And people wonder why their daily problems don't get solved. Too much worrying about other inconsequential things. <br /><br />Filipinos need leaders, not A leader. From local governance all the way to the national level. Filipinos need leaders. It's stupid to elect an ideal leader on a national level only to get suckerpunched by those at the local level. The quality of local leadership only reflects the level of involvement of the citizens of this country.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-67198028230526048842012-06-13T08:20:58.365+08:002012-06-13T08:20:58.365+08:00Here's the last article in a series. It links ...Here's the last article in a series. It links you to the others. <br /><br />http://thesocietyofhonor.blogspot.com/2011/09/big-secret.html<br /><br />The photo I use is of my great grandfather. He was court martialed for failing to report for duty when drafted by the Union. He wanted to farm and build a church. He did his six months, then served with distinction, losing an eye and two horses (he was calvary) in the process. My wife won't let me grow my hair or beard long. She is boss.The Society of Honorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-78157309950678258432012-06-13T06:15:05.690+08:002012-06-13T06:15:05.690+08:00Squelching huh? Lighting fires hmmm. Not only exha...Squelching huh? Lighting fires hmmm. Not only exhausted, they are too busy attending meetings and going to fiestas. Did you know that schools are closed when there is a fiesta around the Barangays? One of the reason why I dont like fiestas and I also know you wrote about it and I need to read that piece you wrote on education since it is my favorite subject.<br /><br />How nice you got Abe Lincoln and he really looks like you. We all look alike heh..Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-84073355553586734802012-06-13T01:36:49.395+08:002012-06-13T01:36:49.395+08:00Ha, "nuanced". I have two main writing s...Ha, "nuanced". I have two main writing styles. Soft shoeing and bludgeoning. People seem to listen better if I dance, for some reason. Glad you appreciated the article.The Society of Honorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-44036206243593885282012-06-13T01:33:45.004+08:002012-06-13T01:33:45.004+08:00Andy, kindly go into politics.Andy, kindly go into politics.The Society of Honorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-69947424284863738932012-06-12T23:24:02.000+08:002012-06-12T23:24:02.000+08:00underdeveloped resources spread way too thin. a co...underdeveloped resources spread way too thin. a common occurrence here. what i also see as weird here is that there is a certain intimidation factor in the classrooms. if you raise your hand and your answer is wrong, you won't hear the end of it. curiosity and stepping outside of your comfort zone are basically criticized here, which is a shame because, how else are you supposed to expand your mind?<br /><br />AndyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-19988835418078081982012-06-12T23:14:33.684+08:002012-06-12T23:14:33.684+08:00i'd also suggest that those who run in 2016 re...i'd also suggest that those who run in 2016 read these through this blog. to you and me it seems a little obvious, what this country needs. but to some (or most) Filipinos, it's not as clear. it's intriguing stuff.<br /><br />i like how you nuanced your way through the aspiration/patriotism parts, and yes, looking around there isn't really a lot to be motivated about, but what they don't see is the potential that this country holds. i suppose it all begins in the home and in the schools.<br /><br />Andy (Yb-Anderson)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-33080188299620316152012-06-12T21:11:23.605+08:002012-06-12T21:11:23.605+08:00Indeed, education should be key, but educators see...Indeed, education should be key, but educators seem to fall into the authoritarian mood themselves, squelching rather than lighting fires. I suspect many teachers are exhausted. I can't imagine 45 kids in a classroom. New models of instruction need to be considered, internet based. I wrote about this at length a few months ago.The Society of Honorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02536906267332687130noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4855856123871700301.post-71150280854800782962012-06-12T20:50:34.618+08:002012-06-12T20:50:34.618+08:00Joe,
I wonder how come you see our ills clearly?...Joe, <br /><br />I wonder how come you see our ills clearly? You will make a great motivator.<br /><br />Yes, we need one to motivate us like Churchill and JFK had done. Unfortunately, there is none in the picture at the moment. <br /><br />In my mind, I will challenge DepEd to develop a curriculum how to mold a future President. They could start teaching these young kids that patriotism means it is everyone's duty to hold, defend, and protect the constitution. <br /><br />If USA could mold a very young mind not to talk to stranger or smoking is bad it might work in the Philippines too.<br /><br />Its JackAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com