The Long View The destruction of the presidency    By Manuel L. Quezon III Philippine Daily Inquirer First Posted 00:24:00 04/03/2008   The few friendly discussions I’ve had with supporters of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo usually revolve around their assertion that the President has actually strengthened the institution of the presidency. My counter-assertion is that she [...]

There are points of no return. These points can either be foreseen or suddenly take place; but if foreseen, then they require people who see what’s looming, to make a decision as to which side they will take. President Marcos proclaimed Martial Law on September 23, 1972, antedating it to September 21, and actually signing [...]