I'm the least person you'd expect that would comment on what has happened to my country...
This post is not intended for those with "OA" patriotism for the country or is intended to hurt, label, anger the public. It is my thoughts and thoughts alone. I'm just venting out. If you have anything against my blog, go find something else to read.
It's been a week since the super typhoon "Yolanda" visited my country. Pictures, news and reports of how the typhoon destroyed the land, its people and changed the lives of many are everywhere. Furthermore, some of the news are so bad that it pains me that all I can do is give what I can give, cash and a few of my old personal belongings (clothes actually). But a greater worry comes in mind:
"Where is the cash donation of the other countries that were reported?"
I have not heard of news of how this monetary donation have been used or spent. Or was it even used properly? Apparently thanks to the storm, a larger, nation-wide issue had been set-aside and the people that should be grilled are having a party of their own. We've forgotten that we, hard working employees of both private and public offices are rob of our taxes. The funny part thou is that, its only when someone finally squealed, it is the only time we actually realize it. If my memory serves me right, from the reign of the first Aquino up to the current Aquino, we've been rob by those we elected as public officials. My boss often reminds me, "Why complain now? We've been robbed since and yet why are we just complaining now?"
True. Why just now? I can't say anything. I am but one person and if I were to complain, would the government even listen. The justice system in this country is screwed. And what scares me now is that the monetary donations given by good countries may also end up in the pockets of those officials we oh-so believe are working for the people. I have so many things to rant about our government, of how f**ked up it is. I even believe right now that those that should be jailed and convicted will escape happily. Another failure to place on the history of the Filipinos. Again, if we go and review the history of the philippines, there are a lot of questions about the government. And again I would point out that it doesn't happen only in the Philippines. There are other countries that had worst. But it pains me that it will be recorded against us once again.
Yes I know, Filipinos have their greatness but not why is outside of their own country. Have you not noticed that Filipinos are becoming well known, not inside their country but outside? CNN said something nice about filipinos (go google it). Other countries welcome Filipinos open arms because of the tenacity and hard working attitude and are loved by other nationalities because of their welcoming attitude.
Arguably, I don't know where this country is going to. You have Crab Mentality at its finest. Truth be told, we are the people who had shown this negative attitude far more than any other countries. You have corruption far worst than anything else. You have power hungry and abusive politicians running and winning amidst their ugly track record. Take note, you even have someone with less brains (experimented candidate) seated on one of the most influential seats in the government. I curse the day that person won. Why!?!
Even religion is an issue. I'm happy thou that someone from "one" particular religion stated that the allegations about a certain person who condemn another religion will be prosecuted by their religious leaders. Happy to hear that. I'm happy that they, themselves, are thought to be humble. Which should be the attitude of every man.
I'm just ranting at the moment and with things are, I'm more worried for my fellow countrymen. Left and right, you'd see facebook post ranting of how the government is handling the situation. And after this, the original issue will be forgotten. Their goes our justice system... I do hope they don't forget the "other" matter at hand.
Well I will close this entry with a few more words:
1. I pray the people in those highly affected countries survive and receive the aid they so needed
2. Wake up Filipino Government! Where is your remaining humanity?
3. Drop differences in religion for a moment and instead be human. Do the humane thing...
Thanks for reading...
This post is not intended for those with "OA" patriotism for the country or is intended to hurt, label, anger the public. It is my thoughts and thoughts alone. I'm just venting out. If you have anything against my blog, go find something else to read.
It's been a week since the super typhoon "Yolanda" visited my country. Pictures, news and reports of how the typhoon destroyed the land, its people and changed the lives of many are everywhere. Furthermore, some of the news are so bad that it pains me that all I can do is give what I can give, cash and a few of my old personal belongings (clothes actually). But a greater worry comes in mind:
"Where is the cash donation of the other countries that were reported?"
I have not heard of news of how this monetary donation have been used or spent. Or was it even used properly? Apparently thanks to the storm, a larger, nation-wide issue had been set-aside and the people that should be grilled are having a party of their own. We've forgotten that we, hard working employees of both private and public offices are rob of our taxes. The funny part thou is that, its only when someone finally squealed, it is the only time we actually realize it. If my memory serves me right, from the reign of the first Aquino up to the current Aquino, we've been rob by those we elected as public officials. My boss often reminds me, "Why complain now? We've been robbed since and yet why are we just complaining now?"
True. Why just now? I can't say anything. I am but one person and if I were to complain, would the government even listen. The justice system in this country is screwed. And what scares me now is that the monetary donations given by good countries may also end up in the pockets of those officials we oh-so believe are working for the people. I have so many things to rant about our government, of how f**ked up it is. I even believe right now that those that should be jailed and convicted will escape happily. Another failure to place on the history of the Filipinos. Again, if we go and review the history of the philippines, there are a lot of questions about the government. And again I would point out that it doesn't happen only in the Philippines. There are other countries that had worst. But it pains me that it will be recorded against us once again.
Yes I know, Filipinos have their greatness but not why is outside of their own country. Have you not noticed that Filipinos are becoming well known, not inside their country but outside? CNN said something nice about filipinos (go google it). Other countries welcome Filipinos open arms because of the tenacity and hard working attitude and are loved by other nationalities because of their welcoming attitude.
Arguably, I don't know where this country is going to. You have Crab Mentality at its finest. Truth be told, we are the people who had shown this negative attitude far more than any other countries. You have corruption far worst than anything else. You have power hungry and abusive politicians running and winning amidst their ugly track record. Take note, you even have someone with less brains (experimented candidate) seated on one of the most influential seats in the government. I curse the day that person won. Why!?!
Even religion is an issue. I'm happy thou that someone from "one" particular religion stated that the allegations about a certain person who condemn another religion will be prosecuted by their religious leaders. Happy to hear that. I'm happy that they, themselves, are thought to be humble. Which should be the attitude of every man.
I'm just ranting at the moment and with things are, I'm more worried for my fellow countrymen. Left and right, you'd see facebook post ranting of how the government is handling the situation. And after this, the original issue will be forgotten. Their goes our justice system... I do hope they don't forget the "other" matter at hand.
Well I will close this entry with a few more words:
1. I pray the people in those highly affected countries survive and receive the aid they so needed
2. Wake up Filipino Government! Where is your remaining humanity?
3. Drop differences in religion for a moment and instead be human. Do the humane thing...
Thanks for reading...
