Around mid-January of this year, I finally took the leap into a career that I had actively avoided in the past because of what I thought it signified. I quit my 9-5, and focused all my productive energy on teaching and writing, the only things I now do. They are different, and also the same; … Continue reading
As we approach Pilipino American History Month in October it is appropriate to honor symbols of our roots. Thus, the Philippine national motto: Maka-Diyos, Maka-Tao, Makakalikasan, at Makabansa (For the Love of God, People, Nature and Country) The National Motto of the Philippines is set in law. It is contained in the Flag and Heraldic … Continue reading
On Friday, October 22, 2010 at the Viewpoint Conference Room in Ackerman Union, UCLA Samahang Pilipino celebrated what would have been Manong Larry Itliong’s 97th birthday. Alumni had an opportunity to share some remarks; this is an abridged version of mine. I have a reflection and a challenge. Both are fitting with the economy being … Continue reading
“America is also the nameless foreigner, the homeless refugee, the hungry boy begging for a job and the black body dangling from a tree. America is the illiterate immigrant who is ashamed that the world of books and intellectual opportunities is closed to him. We are that nameless foreigner, that homeless refugee, that hungry boy, … Continue reading
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