For many politicians — the earlier you campaign, the better. This is said to be helpful especially to those who are newbie in politics. But most traditional politicians (trapo) are into early campaigning, which is supposedly a clear violation of the Omnibus Election Code. Of course, they could have an excuse. Merely posting their faces or names in public places doesn’t mean they are campaigning already. As long as they did not put the word “VOTE” on their posters, they can get away from any liability. But poster makers would probably loss huge profits because politicians and their strategists are very wise now. They do not waste funds on the…

The natural disasters brought by typhoons in the country during the past few years are constant reminders of the abuse inflicted on Mother Nature.  The issue of illegal mining and illegal logging is a long standing problem that the government can’t seem to solve. There are already existing laws to regulate logging and mining activities in the country as well as natural forests preservation laws.  However, it seems that the problem lies within its implementation. The Aquino administration issued Executive Order No. 23 which declared an indefinite nationwide log ban a year ago.  But recent landslide and flooding tragedies has shown that logging activities still continue in the country.  DENR…

The government might not admit it, but the rice importation is already killing the local farmers. Next, are the hog and poultry producers? Is the Aquino administration turning blind into the plight of the local agriculture industry? Hog and poultry producers in the country are up in arms over a recent decision by the government allowing a Thailand-based agribusiness company to operate a multi-billion peso integrated facility in the country. “All our hard work, blood, sweat and tears will be put to waste if the Thai company is allowed to operate here. It will not only kill the business of local producers who worked very hard for many years but…