Written by Atty. Joseph Philip T. Andres Midterm elections have always been used by Malacanang as a measuring gauge on how well (or poorly) they have performed through the electorate’s acceptance of the administration’s anointed candidates for both national and local elective posts. The May 12 elections, especially the senatorial race makes for an interesting … Continue reading Midterm Validation
The Picturesque
Just a thoughtWritten by: Elijah Christiane M. Fajardo It’s half an hour past midnight as I write this, and I have just finished reading The Secret History by Donna Tartt, a book famous for its dark story and intriguing characters. In the very first paragraph of the first chapter, Tartt dives into one of the … Continue reading The Picturesque
For Richer or Poorer: People’s Anik-Anik
Ora Mata Written By: Ella Marie M. Mercado With the rise of consumerism of toys such as dolls and figurines in blind boxes, the use of the term anik-anik also rose as a common slang. But somehow, even the innocent use of such a term has sparked ridicule and the need to “educate” users. It … Continue reading For Richer or Poorer: People’s Anik-Anik
FLIP THE COIN
It’s No Country For Old MenWritten By: Clarisse P. Marquez Did I just hear someone say we’re a nation of martyrs? Our national anthem boldly states, "Ang mamatay nang dahil sa ’yo," idealizing self-sacrifice and purpose as if bloodshed were the ink that wrote our history. But taking these words literally—is it still worth dying … Continue reading FLIP THE COIN
THE PRIZE (OR PRICE) OF DEMOCRACY
Written by: Atty. Joseph Philip T. Andres As the United States of America prepares for the January 20, 2025 inauguration of their 47th President, the returning Donald John Trump, we cannot help but think of the prize of democracy. The sovereign give their authority to the select group of individuals they have chosen to govern … Continue reading THE PRIZE (OR PRICE) OF DEMOCRACY
THE BARRISTER 