THE BARRISTER

By Jaira Lou Batangan In the face of controversy, our reactions often mirror our personal beliefs and values. As we grapple with the actions of Pura Luka Vega, a figure who has sparked much debate, we are confronted with a choice. We can react with indignation, as dictated by societal expectations; we can adopt a … Continue reading Dialogue in Diversity: What We Owe to Pura Luka Vega

By Micah Marie F. Naadat In Korea, they say, saudade. It means a happiness that has passed, or perhaps, never even existed. It cannot exactly be translated into the English language, but others equate it to the feeling of nostalgia. I’d like to think of Father Time, a respectable creature of the vastness of space … Continue reading On the passage of time

Words by Rey David Gayas “A hungry stomach knows no laws.” I read this while reading commentaries on Labor law, in Azucena, where hunger and law are intertwined. The saying is also so much feasted upon, echoed by politicians, especially in the streets of Maynila. Erap coined that. Lacson used it. So celebrated, yet less … Continue reading Musings Between Law and Hunger

Words by Atty. Joseph Phillip Andres Confidential and Intelligence Funds (CIF) have once again made the headlines as the question of entitlement resulted in stakeholders coming out with divergent views on whether or not some National Government Agencies (NGAs) and Offices – in this case, the Department of Education and the Office of the Vice … Continue reading Confidential/Intelligence Funds Anyone?

Words by Gilda Francesca G. Flores “Who are your safe persons?” I immediately answered, without hesitation, “My orgmates, my beloved Editorial Board.” And the list goes on. In July, I was riddled with unforeseen and heartbreaking circumstances. Matters of the heart that although we believe to be inevitable, remain unbearable because of the genuineness of … Continue reading Editor’s Note