Have been thinking about your LOA, I believe it can be done if there’s enough resolve by both politicans and public to push for it, i.e., short of a revolt.

But again, Gloria is so enamoured with power that it would take Lucifer to unhinge her from her seat.

photos here:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/41996503@N00/sets/72157600208831099/

and you should visit sometimes. Naga is really a different place to see from 5 years ago. a lot of exciting developments (and that’s an understatement) If Robredo would only run for president, I’ll be his fanatic supporter for life. never mind if he’s known outside Naga or not. Filipinos only have to look at how he changed Naga to be convinced of his ability.

as I’ve maintained ever since, what we need is a managerial president (successful mayors), not one culled from senators or congressmen, who are virtually formed into hagglers and compromisers in their stay at congress. nothing wrong with that really. except you can’t expect visionary leadership from that kind of people.

so who are respectable presidentiables for me aside from Robredo? Bayani Fernando fits the bill. So does Gordon, no matter what other people say abt him (he’s transformed Subic, isn’t that a glowing accomplishment in itself?) and that other mayor who’s an enemy of the Garcias in Cebu. forgot her name.

Ram So that you won’t complain no more with your present “we roam” service woes, you might as well stop using the Internet. (kidding). Try scouting for other services and maybe try it.

I believe so, these are French made are they not? If I’m not mistaken these saw action in the Faulklands a few years back.

Personally, I prefer the US cruise missiles and smart bombs for surgical precision, not to mention the Mother of All Bombs (MOAB) if your into this shock and awe thing.

As what is said on Section 11: “POWERS and DUTIES shall be discharged by the Vice-President as ACTING PRESIDENT.” This means that being an “acting president” (Noli if this scenario happens), there is still the possibility that GMA can RE-CLAIM her Presidency.

This LOA (as we may call it) is something temporary NOT UNLESS: (a) A majority of the Members of the Cabinet transmit to the President of the Senate and to the Speaker of the House of Representatives their written declaration that the President is unable to discharge the powers and duties of his office, the Vice-President shall immediately assume the powers and duties of the office as Acting President. This is a case of WITHDRAWAL of SUPPORT. (b) A mere written declaration by the President that no inability exists, he/she automatically gets the power back.

Now, there’s still a lot of process to follow after that. What I am saying is: Can we contend ourselves with a TEMPORARY SCENARIO or a more PERMANENT SCENARIO with reference to the idea of a “post-gma” Philippines?

The AFP’s and PNP’s Procurement and BAC (Bids and Acquisitions) should be monitored closely. The budget might be meager but if spent well, the money could go a long way.

If time permits, I’ll allot some of my free time to do some in-depth research and readings pertaining to Military and Defense matters. I just find the subject-matter very interesting.

Books and journals, they are primary sources wherein facts were verified. The Net is also a good place to start. Will take note and check out Jane’s and Europa World Year Book.

I’ll try to see if I can obtain some Defence/Military Journals. I think I can ask someone to obtain for me these stuff. Maybe some brochures and pamphlets – printed materials.

Starburst (VSHORAD) and RAPIER (SHORAD) are considered SAM’s (Surface to Air Missiles), right?

Obtained some info from Global Security(dot)org and this EXOCET AM.39/ MM.40 has a maximum range of 65 kilometers. What are the launch sites for these types of missiles? Ground, can these be deployed from the sea? (Submarine or Frigate/Destroyer/Carrier).

Thanks for all the info. This is getting interesting for me.

The experience though is that Representatives use Public Money for purposes other than what they are intended for.