By Cathy Yamsuan, Michael Lim Ubac, TJ Burgonio Philippine Daily Inquirer In a hearing marked by high drama, Aguirre covered his ears with his hands while the prosecution panel was receiving yet another a tongue-lashing from Santiago, this time for its sudden decision on Tuesday to rest its case Read more »
By Mark Thompson- battleland.blogs.time.com – A long time ago, and far away, the U.S. invaded and occupied the Philippines. There are parallels to recent U.S. military campaigns in Afghanistan and Iraq, down to torturing the enemy.
By FRED M. LOBO — The Senate proceeds with the historic impeachment trial of Chief Justice Renato C. Corona as pushed by Malacanang and the House o f Representatives. Let fairness and speed be the rule for public acceptance and political stability. * * * Senate President Juan Ponce Read more »
By Christina Mendez (The Philippine Star) MANILA, Philippines – Senators yesterday threw out a motion to hold a preliminary trial in the impeachment case against Chief Justice Renato Corona, ensuring that the unprecedented impeachment trial would proceed without delay. Senate President Juan Ponce Enrile also rejected a motion to Read more »
By Jess Diaz (The Philippine Star) – Congressmen-allies of President Aquino moved swiftly yesterday to impeach Chief Justice Renato Corona for alleged betrayal of public trust, violation of the Constitution, and graft and corruption. In a dizzying turn of events, 188 of them signed an impeachment complaint drafted by the Read more »
By Christian V. Esguerra – If you’re not paying for the project, don’t grab credit for it. This, in essence, is the message Sen. Miriam Defensor-Santiago is trying to convey through Senate Bill No. 1967, which is now undergoing committee deliberations. Santiago, now busy campaigning for a seat on Read more »
