Fighting fake news in the media | Inquirer Opinion
Sep 5, 2024 · Truth] is not always the most viral, but it remains to be the best story to tell.” This statement, by GMA Network chair Felipe Gozon, sums up the vision of a landmark coalition of major media organizations and academic institutions launched last week, to combat fake news and disinformation as the 2025 midterm elections draw closer.
Opinion Pieces From Our Top Editors On All Things Political
1 day ago · Nobody celebrates Christmas more enthusiastically than children. Indeed, their wide smiles and unadulterated joy at receiving presents and partaking of special food make this most wonderful time of the year more festive.
Laws do not provide exceptions: Abortion is illegal
Feb 18, 2022 · Abortion is illegal under any and all circumstances under the Philippine Constitution and statutes. Abortion is not allowed even when the life of the mother is in danger, and for that matter, even when the life of the unborn is threatened. Under the law, the life of the unborn and the life of the mother shall be equally protected because they are equally valuable.
Editorial Archives | Inquirer Opinion
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Understanding ‘utang na loob’ - Inquirer.net
Dec 22, 2022 · The ongoing debate in social media pits utang na loob toward parents against protecting children from becoming their “retirement plans.” The concept of children as retirement plans connote that the main reason parents conceived their children was to ensure that they would be taken care of in their old age.
‘Kapwa,’ ‘hiya,’ and the search for Filipino identity
Sep 18, 2024 · In addition to external influences, internal factors such as social class, education, and economic status also shape Filipino identity. For example, individuals from different socioeconomic backgrounds may have different perspectives on what it means to be Filipino, based on their lived experiences and opportunities.
The flaws of Philippine democracy - Inquirer.net
Feb 22, 2024 · Our electoral process, political participation, and civil liberties are worth scrutinizing. But today’s column will zero in on the two categories that are weighing the Philippines down: a miserable 4.64 score for the functioning of government and an equally regrettable 4.38 score in the political culture indicator.
Editorial Cartoon Archives | Inquirer Opinion
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Poverty and inequality in the Philippines | Inquirer Opinion
Dec 2, 2022 · The new World Bank (WB) report “Overcoming Poverty and Inequality in the Philippines: Past, Present, and Prospects for the Future” is a welcome reminder of what is needed for the country, and the government’s urgent agenda on the dual malaise of …
Understanding the why and how of Filipino religiosity
Apr 27, 2022 · Finally, and since religion and politics are also bedfellows in this country, would it not be too much to ask that, for this fast-approaching May 9 national elections, we allow ourselves to be guided by religion’s shared commitment to the common good when we choose and vote for the most qualified president of our beloved country?