Another Aquino President

It’s official. It’s Noy-Bi, Bi-Noy–whatever

We have another Aquino president. I’m not exactly sure of what to expect from him. But one thing’s for sure, the government will definitely be teeming with stars and starlets. I can already imagine how the showbiz industry will be Noynoy’s first line of defense should critics start jabbing at his (in)abilities.

I read somewhere that Noynoy refused to live in the Palace because corrupt officials have stayed there and that he doesn’t want any of that bad vibes staining his allegedly squeaky clean image. Honestly, it’s the most immature reason ever conceived by a president. Grow up, Noynoy.

One of his priorities is to bridge the wealth divide. It’s ironic, don’t you think? He hails from one of the most influential and richest Filipino families. Riiight.

But instead of dwelling on how bitter I am that Gilbert Teodoro lost, I say let’s give him a chance. Let’s see how far he can go. I just hope that those who voted for Noynoy stand by him when (knocks on wood) he has to eat, consume and devour his promises.

And so the drama that is our government begins. Roll in the opening credits.

P.S.
Gibo, we’ll see you in six years.

Let’s Talk About Sex

I read in Inquirer how seven presidential candidates reacted negatively to DOH’s distribution of condoms last Valentine’s Day.

I wouldn’t say that I am against or for this act of DOH. Realistically speaking, the country is in a state of crisis. Moral, economic, and whatnot. I do agree with what Nicanor Perlas said, asking under what context was the distribution done. Good thing JC de los Reyes cited what happened to Thailand when they pulled this same thing too.

Besides, purchasing that much condom at the DOH’s expense is a pretty dumb move–financially speaking. The government should stop treating Filipinos as children who needs to be ushered into their seats or be given a lollipop to shut up and keep them happy.

What we need is a real nitty-gritty information campaign on sex. Sex education. It’s time that we cut loose this moral righteousness of Filipinos and just embrace the fact that we can’t isolate ourselves from what’s going on in the world–sex is everywhere. We cannot be shielded anymore from the barrage of sexual images plaguing the edges of our country. We have to accept the fact that this a new age, sex is a reality they can never censor.