Is there still hope for the Philippines?
By geekyjock
@geekyjock (371)
Philippines
September 7, 2008 4:52am CST
With the current issues in Philippines it is really hard to imagine the future of it especially the people. I mean it's not a livable place anymore. Corruption is everywhere in the streets, in businesses establishments, in hospitals, even in school. I mean everywhere! Crime rates are so high that putting out a cellphone in public transportation is a risk of being robbed or hold-upped. The necessity expenses are extremely hard to cover, I mean even rice is already a problem in the Philippines! And it's sad to know that two decades ago it is the best supplier of rice in Asia. utilities expenses have also sky rocketed. education is a luxury now especially when you want a good (not even best) education, you need to crawl for money to obtain a good eduction. medical expenses are also a luxury. No government or what so ever state benefits for Filipinos especially the poor the have free medical treatment. And the most painful thing to see is that government officials become richer and richer every year. Yet many FIlipinos are dying because of hunger. I know in one headline Philippines is said to be the next Africa because of the poverty we are experiencing here. I'm not sure where the country is headed but I hope I could get the He!l out of here. DOn't get me wrong I love my country and this is my home but the way things are going I can't see any hope here anymore especially if you're aspiring a better future. What do you think?
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9 responses
@lilyoungfella (1196)
• Philippines
8 Sep 08
There is. I'm holding on to that. As long as we finally get the right leader who will really commit him/herself to the country, i guess we are seeing our brighter tomorrow. Come on, don't be such ridiculous in saying (in conveying what you have read) that Philippines will be the next Africa. Nothing against them, but hey look around you. We've been blessed with so much natural resources. If handled properly, It'll give enough reasons for you to be proud of your country. Have faith man. Don't loose hope but Rather pray for our nation. God Bless the Philippines!
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@lilyoungfella (1196)
• Philippines
10 Sep 08
Poverty is every country's problem. Even the richest nations have them.
@geekyjock (371)
• Philippines
8 Sep 08
Yes exactly if there's a right leader and it's a big "IF". And I'm not being ridiculous because the saying : "The Philippines could be next Africa" came from economists and around the news because of the rising poverty and famine, and malnourishment. And I will give you back what you said "hey look around you" can't you see how many street children are homeless and hungry, and couldn't afford education. And you're right actually we have one of the best natural resources in the world that's why foreigners came here to have some share of our fruit, and again you're right the problem is the government even our natural resources are being abused like what happened to the spratlys Island, I thin it isn't right to surrender our territory to foreigners. And yes we should pray. The best way to keep our hopes alive
• Philippines
20 Sep 08
if youre asking me,if there is still hope for country, i will rather say. no, there is no hope for our country. BUT, if you asking me, if there is still hope for the filipino's i will immediately say, YES, there is still hope and brighter future for us.
@xtedaxcvg (3189)
• Philippines
8 Sep 08
The Philippines has gone through its worst times and I'm telling you this is not one of them. You haven't experienced living in a place where Japanese soldiers roam around unchecked, killing and raping as they please. Where fellow Filipinos tend to wear face covers and rat out on their countrymen because of fear. And don't get me started on the Spanish era..
We have something today that none of our ancestors had - Freedom.
You've been mugged thrice? I haven't been mugged in my whole life here in manila.. And yes, I've been to the scariest, darkest, most dangerous places here.
I'm going to work abroad but that doesnt mean I'm not coming back. I'm going to save up and invest my money here in the Philippines. I believe that's how I can help the country that I love.
Maybe it's how you look at things and how you view them. Maybe you just have to look on the brighter side.
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@xtedaxcvg (3189)
• Philippines
8 Sep 08
There's always light at the end of the tunnel. All you have to do is never lose hope.
@jonesy123 (3948)
• United States
19 Feb 09
There is always hope. Unfortunately, change has to come from within, from the people who have to work together to find a way to turn the country around. It's such a beautiful place. It's a shame that his come down to this.
Maybe the current global economic crisis may turn out to be something good for the Philippines. In the long run it will give people the opportunity to refocus. Not all 'western' stuff is good to imitate. It's not good to lose ones own identity as a country. Eventually there'll be enough people who'll work on turning the tide and making the Philippines a great place to live again.
Seeing that you already recognized the most important problems of your country, instead of just fretting about it, you might want to start and do something about it. The clean-up starts at one's own front door and spreads from there. Many great things have started out with a first step and a 'leading by example' type of behavior.
@blanne (173)
• Philippines
7 Sep 08
If you really love your country then you could at least do something to help it out of its current state. Saying is not enough to express your love for your country. You need to show it! And what I mean by showing is to act and do whatever is right for your country.
I know, it would take a lot of effort to change Philippines right now. It should be noted that it has been a very long time ever since our country has experienced true freedom and corruption free.
I guess all of us aspire to have a better future, but I cannot muster the fact that we do not at least do something about our country's situation. That would be pure selfishness and being self centered.
I do not mean to offend or disrespect you or anything, but I just do not like the fact that most Filipinos escape Philippines and only think about themselves. But I do salute Filipinos who try to make a difference. And I intend to do the same.
I do not know what I should do or the actions I need to take, but I guess the concern I have for my own country is already a great thing and a great step in helping Philippines.
Is there still hope for the Philippines? You tell me. It is our generation who can make the difference. The future of the Philippines lies in our hands..
@geekyjock (371)
• Philippines
7 Sep 08
Haha maybe it's hard for you guys to understand the situation here. "Like what you said do something for your country" let me tell you something. Do you know that everyday there are street demonstrations protesting about the corrupt government and are there any result for what they're fighting for?...NONE! Some of the org leader gone missing or been killed and that's not a gossip. It's true! That's why a Dutch peace organization is already declared that our government is guilty of extra judicial killings. And if you live in the Philippines and you care for it you know these things, what happened to Jun Lozada who bravely opened to the public about the government's corruption about an alleged $300,000,000 deal to the ZTE????....again...none! My point is that the government system is broken. And it's obvious that it is getting worse, lets not try to hide it, it's true it's getting worse and worse. More and more people are getting poorer. More and more children are going out of school because of poverty. Millions are jobless not because they are lazy but the lack of opportunity.
And you're saying about doing something for my country? Ok if you have a great suggestion you could tell me. Run for government official and be killed for doing the right thing like Ninoy Aquino?
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@blanne (173)
• Philippines
7 Sep 08
I'm sorry but maybe I misunderstood the part when you said you love our country. And I never suggested you/we do something that would eventually get us all killed.
Oh cmon. Not all Filipinos are dumb. Most of us are educated. I trust most of us can think of a way for the benefit of our country. It's only a matter of doing those things and standing by our country.
I see you are too pessimistic about the whole thing. And why not? I understand you. But I just can't imagine myself walking out of the country without doing something.
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@geekyjock (371)
• Philippines
8 Sep 08
Yes you're right most of us are educated but most of us are forced to leave the country and you know that. Thousands leave the country because of better opportunities outside the country and hoplessness in the Philippines. And it's sad to hear that many are pre-judging them of being selfish or what just because they wanted a better for them and for their family. It's such a shame that some doesn't appreciate them even though that we all know our OFW (Overseas foreign worker) are the main source of economy to date. That's why they are being called the new heroes. And the reason why the Philippines stay afloat is because of the remittance that our OFW brings to the country. I couldn't digest some who could easily conclude about Filipinos who pushed their limits but still can't go forward. And it doesn't mean they're coward or they do nothing, it's because they already did their best still they can't see no light any sooner. But I still hope you're right that there will still be a better tomorrow for our country and I can't wait to see that.
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@geetnx (51)
• Kuwait
10 Dec 08
hmmmm...very analytical and straight to the point. there may be still hope if the current generations, the future parents will try to guide their children. that is what our country need right now, the proper way of upbringing the children. im not saying the parents of yesterday and today are not disciplining their children, but in my generation and the previous generation, what is important is the appearances. it is common practice to show that our facade is that of a good and moral person but when someone is not looking, we are acting differently.
@CrisDaniel (8)
• Philippines
9 Sep 08
pOLITICAL point of view: well would say each indivifual has there on way to change their life, in our case if only we can take away our personal interest it would be very benificial in our own part as well as for our country, meaning the government officials are not only liable for what is happening in our country today:)
@concretendsteel (1)
• China
9 Dec 08
Hey! Don't be so pessimistic. If there is one thing you should do, that is to help our country stand on it's feet. Optimism mus t come to the younger generation because it is them who will have the opportunity to bring about change in this country. If the young ones would have a negative vision of the Philippines, at this early stage, then what would happen in the future? Instead of complaining, why don't you do something? (well, in my opinion, expressing your views HERE is one thing to consider and to continue...^^)
