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Pimentel: In defense of Philippine federalism
PIMENTEL ALLAYS FEARS THAT FEDERALISM MAY CAUSE BREAKUP OF THE REPUBLIC Senate Minority Leader Aquilino Pimentel Jr. (PDP-Laban) today allayed apprehensions that the adoption of a federal system of government may cause the breakup or “Balkanization” of the Republic of the Philippines. Pimentel said federalization of the country would instead enhance national cohesion and unity … Continue reading
Sen Pimentel’s speech outlining key points of federalism proposal
Federalizing the Philippines: The Final Solution within Reason [Keynote address of Sen. Nene Pimentel at the seminar on Federalism in Carmona, Cavite on April 23, 2008] First my thanks to Dr. Alex Brillantes, Dr. Simeon Ilago and Klaus Preschle and their organizations, the UP CLRG/NCPAG and the Konrad Adenauer Foundation for inviting me … Continue reading
Shifting to a federal system of govt, revived
Catholic Church: ‘wait and see’ on Pimentel’s federalism proposal By Aries C. Rufo Abs-cbnNEWS.com/Newsbreak Why is the Catholic Church, which has consistently opposed efforts to amend the Charter, silent on the federalism proposal of Senator Aquilino Pimentel III? The usually vocal Church leaders have yet to issue their individual or collective position on Pimentel’s new … Continue reading
The making of a “New Deal” for Filipinos?
Arroyo adviser proposes P316B ‘Noah’s Ark’ subsidy plan By PAOLO ROMERO Philippine Star President Arroyo is considering seeking congressional approval for a proposed three-year P316-billion subsidy program that would help cushion the impact of food and fuel price surges on consumers, Albay Gov. Joey Salceda said yesterday. The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) … Continue reading
Mixed community sentiment on Obama victory
Obama victory as US Dem contender gets mixed reactions from Fil-Ams The official nomination of Barack Obama as the official Democratic presidential contender not only created a division among US Democrats but also divided Filipino Americans as well. Most of the young Fil-Ams are rooting for Obama, who they said represents hope and change. … Continue reading
Filipino Americans!: Our role in the 2008 Presidential election
Aside from voting for Senator Obama, if he has your vote, another role is donating money. I was recently reached by the Obama campaign to get the following information. I’m sure many of you – and thousands of others — have gotten the same email. “John McCain and the Republican National Committee … Continue reading
Hillary Clinton: Defining her exit strategy
Clinton Discusses What She Wants, but Not What She Will Do By KATE ZERNIKE Published: June 4, 2008 Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton took the stage before supporters Tuesday night and finally asked the question that so many people had been posing: “What does Hillary want?” She listed some policy goals and demanded respect for her … Continue reading
Obama’s path to the Democratic nomination: Key milestone #7
He wrote a book: “The Audacity of Hope: Thoughts On Reclaiming The American Dream” argues for using civility and Americans’ “shared understandings” to help solve problems. “You don’t need a poll to know that the vast majority of Americans – Republican, Democrat, and independent – are weary of the dead zone that politics has become,” … Continue reading
Obama’s path to the Democratic nomination: Key milestone #6
He accurately feels the national mood and launches an audacious presidential bid. Obama chose the Old State Capitol in Springfield, Ill., where he was a legislator (as was his hero Abraham Lincoln), to announce that he was running for president, Feb. 10, 2007. “There is no doubt that my background is not typical of a … Continue reading
Obama’s path to the Democratic nomination: Key milestone #5
He seeks out opportunities to fight on the right side of issues, and be visible. Obama and Dick Durbin, the two U.S. senators representing Illinois, lead a Senate Veterans Affairs Committee hearing in Illinois to address the needs of returning veterans. Obama has sponsored legislation to care for returned U.S. military personnel, as well as … Continue reading
Obama’s path to the Democratic nomination: Key milestone #4
Behind every successful man is a great woman… Obama married Michelle Robinson, a fellow Harvard Law School graduate whom he had met in Chicago, on Oct. 18, 1992. The Obamas have two daughters, Malia, born in 1999, and Natasha, known as Sasha, born in 2001. Four years after they married, Obama won a seat in … Continue reading
Obama’s path to the Democratic nomination: Key milestone #3
He does not give up on being an agent of change and the preparation needed to be one… After graduating college, Obama worked for three years first in Harlem and then in Chicago as a community organizer. He then attended Harvard Law School, where he was elected the first black president of the Harvard Law … Continue reading
Obama’s path to the Democratic nomination: Key milestone #2
Barack Obama — civil rights lawyer, legislator, professor, community organizer, author — is, above all, a rock star. He has been called that thousands of times, and though meant as a metaphor (a rock star of American politics), he has in fact won a Grammy … for the recording of one of his (best-selling) books. … Continue reading
Obama’s path to the Democratic nomination: Key milestone #1
Barack Obama, a candidate for U.S. Senate in Illinois, delivered the keynote address at the Democratic National Convention on July 27, 2004, Below is a transcript of that speech: On behalf of the great state of Illinois, crossroads of a nation, land of Lincoln, let me express my deep gratitude for the privilege of addressing … Continue reading
Obama nomination victory speech: A transcript
Tonight, after fifty-four hard-fought contests, our primary season has finally come to an end. Sixteen months have passed since we first stood together on the steps of the Old State Capitol in Springfield, Illinois. Thousands of miles have been traveled. Millions of voices have been heard. And because of what you said — because you … Continue reading
Obama wins!: Perspective from ABS-CBN News
Obama makes history with nomination Reuters WASHINGTON – Barack Obama captured the Democratic presidential nomination on Tuesday, capping a rapid rise from political obscurity to become the first black to lead a major US party into a race for the White House. Rival Hillary Clinton, a former first lady who entered the race 17 months … Continue reading
Obama wins!: Perspective from LA Times
Obama seeks to reassure Jewish Americans, supporters of Clinton Speaking to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee, he promises ‘tough and principled’ diplomacy with Iran as the now-presumptive nominee seeks to reassure groups concerned about his candidacy. By Johanna Neuman Times Staff Writer June 5, 2008 Washington — One day after clinching his party’s presidential … Continue reading
Obama wins!: Perspective from The Wall Street Journal
Obama Clinches Nomination, Capping Historic, Bitter Contest First African-American To Lead a Major Party Ticket; Clinton Refuses to Concede By JACKIE CALMES June 4, 2008 11:07 a.m. The Democratic presidential nomination his, Barack Obama reached out Wednesday to mend fences with his defeated rival as Republican opponent John McCain tried to frame the fall campaign … Continue reading
Obama wins!: Perspective from The NY Times
Obama Clinches Democratic Nomination By MICHAEL LUO and JEFF ZELENY Published: June 5, 2008 With Senator Barack Obama crossing the threshold of delegates he needed to claim the Democratic presidential nomination on Tuesday evening, party leaders began to move on Wednesday to bring their lengthy primary battle to a close and unite the party, even … Continue reading
Delegate count as of June 3, 2008
Delegate tally to-date, according to realclearpolitics.com Democrats Obama Clinton Total Delegates 2,108 1,913 Super Delegates 357 288 Pledged Delegates 1,751 1,625 Popular Vote 17,389,253 17,364,667 Popular Vote (w/MI) 17,389,253 17,692,976 Or go to this site for latest updates, http://www.realclearpolitics.com/
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