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The May 1, 2010 question: What hope has labor in the 2010 polls?
May 11, 2010
IBON Features | Many hope that the elections will usher in reforms and alleviate the worsening plight of the Filipino people, including the country’s 38.6-million labor force. Also on the elections and prospects under the incoming administration: The Ills of Privatized Elections; RP under new gov’t: is there hope for our backward economy?; First 100 […]
Eight out of ten Filipinos oppose Arroyo’s plan to stay in gov’t as representative
May 7, 2010
Most Filipinos oppose the candidacy of Pres. Arroyo in the 2nd district of Pampanga. | Reference: Rosario Guzman, IBON Executive Editor Allegations that Pres. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo wants to remain in power through House speakership are ripe, and latest survey results show that most Filipinos do not favor her staying in government as a representative. […]
Seeking Change: Will the May 2010 Elections Deliver?
May 6, 2010
COMMENTARY | by Sonny Africa | Candidates can cultivate an image of reform but what exactly, beyond the predictable motherhood statements, can and will they do? Also on the elections and prospects under the incoming administration: The Ills of Privatized Elections; RP under new gov’t: is there hope for our backward economy?; First 100 days: […]
6 out of 10 Filipinos Believe Poll Automation Program could lead to failure of elections
May 5, 2010
64% believe that the automation program could fail and lead to electoral failure | Reference: Rosario Guzman Majority of Filipinos believe that the poll automation program will fail and can possibly lead to a failure of elections, results of the latest IBON nationwide survey shows. Of the 88.5% respondents who are aware of poll automation, […]
Educators nationwide gather to discuss promotion of ‘people’s governance’ in classroom
April 29, 2010
The value of teaching people’s governance is pivotal at this time because the youth is increasingly exposed to various electoral campaigns through various media Cebu City– As the nation counts down the days towards the May 2010 elections and prepares for a new set of leaders, the task of Filipino educators to promote people’s governance […]
Stop Angat Dam privatization: Presidentiables dared to prove independence from big business interests
April 28, 2010
Water for the People Network | Among the interested buyers of the Angat HEPP are some of the most politically influential business groups in the country and perceived backers of some presidentiables Advocacy group Water for the People Network (WPN) today challenged presidential candidates to prove that they are not beholden to big business interests […]
As El Niño threatens irrigation supply: water used by golf courses can supply 1,500 has of rice paddies per day
April 14, 2010
There may be enough supply if consumption is regulated among wasteful users such as golf courses. * Correction-In Metro Manila including in Antipolo… “around 18,576 cubic meters of water per hectare per day is spent for golf courses” SHOULD HAVE READ “around 18,576 cubic meters of water per day is spent for golf courses. “ […]
Regulate water use by golf courses, malls, hotels, etc. amid tight water supply in Metro
April 8, 2010
Water for the People Network Philippines | Ensure water for the people, advocacy group urges. Private water utilities operating in Metro Manila as well as government regulators must come out with a detailed plan on how they will ensure that ordinary households will not be further marginalized by well-off customers and commercial establishments in terms […]
PSALM told to stop bidding: Public water sector, not private power, should manage Angat dam, group says
March 23, 2010
Water for the People Network | Press Release | Water supply for irrigation and domestic use has been declining in recent months due to the El Niño phenomenon and has been particularly harsh on the vulnerable sectors Advocacy group Water for the People Network (WPN) today said that the water sector, instead of private power […]
