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EDITORIAL FROM THE PUBLISHER appy New Year to our faithful Publisher & Executive Editor Best Wishes for readers and welcome to the first Charlie Y. Sonido, M.D. issue of 2010! Many of you rang Publisher & Managing Editor a Successful 2010 in the New Year in traditional Chona A. Montesines-Sonido anuary 1, 2010 marked yet another milestone in our H local style—with fireworks, Associate Editors lives. A new year has begun and with it comes a family, food and fun. We trust Dennis Galolo time for hope, renewal of spirit and belief that 2010 that all of you enjoyed a very happy and safe Edwin Quinabo will be much better than 2009. Many of us have re- celebration. Creative Designer J solved to exercise more. Eat less. Save money. Get Here at the Chronicle, it has become customary to begin the Junggoi Peralta a better job. Quit smoking. Or get organized. first issue of the New Year with a review of the top stories that im- Design Consultant If making resolutions is your cup of tea, consider adding to pacted Hawaii’s Filipino community. Looking back at the events Randall Shiroma your list an activity that will allow you to safely disconnect from of the past 12 months not only allows us to relive our successes Photographer the pressures of life and a hectic schedule. You see, 2010 is but also provides valuable lessons from any mistakes we have Tim Llena bound to bring several highly-stressful and unresolved issues committed. The top story of 2009 was undoubtedly the over- Administrative Assistant from the previous year—issues such as the bad economy, high whelming response by the Filipino community to a call for help Shalimar Pagulayan unemployment, on-going wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, health for typhoon victims in the Philippines. Like a flood, generous do- Columnists care reform and public worker furloughs. Hence the importance nations of cash, clothing and other items poured in from many Carlota Ader of taking a few moments every now and then to step back from individuals as well as from various Filipino community and so- Carlo Cadiz, M.D. the daily grind. cial groups. Thank you for your generosity! This proves once Sen. Will Espero Grace F. Fong, Ed.D Perhaps the best advice we can offer for the New Year is to again that by uniting together as a community, we Filipinos can Mayor Mufi Hannemann live in the present and embrace the “here and now” as much as accomplish great things. We hope you will enjoy reading about Governor Linda Lingle possible. Enjoy being around your loved ones and take pleasure the Top 12 news events of 2009 beginning on page 4. Ruth Elynia Mabanglo, Ph.D. J.P. Orias in those little things that can often escape us when our attention Over the past few years, many non-profit groups have folded Pacita Saludes is demanded elsewhere. Time is precious and given the nature of or drastically cut programs due to dwindling support. If your non- Reuben S. Seguritan, Esq. our schedules and responsibilities, being able to spend that time profit organization is in need of funds, you may want to consider Charlie Sonido, M.D. Emmanuel S. Tipon, Esq. with loved ones this coming year is priceless. applying for a grant from the Hawaii Filipino Heritage Fund, Felino S. Tubera We cannot emphasize enough the importance of living in the which is administered by the Hawaii Community Foundation. Sylvia Yuen, Ph.D. “here and now,” cherishing our loved ones and creating a happy Last year, grants were awarded to three very deserving Filipino and memorable experiences for 2010. Make quality time with non-profit groups. If interested, please keep in mind that the dead- Contributing Writers family your highest priority and take more time to enjoy their line to submit applications is March 31, 2010. Qualifications and Belinda Aquino, Ph.D. Clement Bautista company. other information are available on page 6. Teresita Bernales, Ph.D Lastly, we wish to send our condolences to the family of Chris Linda Dela Cruz Pablo, who passed away last December 2009. Described as a can- Fiedes Doctor Is it Time to Legalize Gregory Bren Garcia cer warrior, Chris was perhaps the most prominent spokesman in Danny De Gracia, II, MA Gambling in Hawaii? Hawaii for cancer patients and survivors. The Chronicle inter- Amelia Jacang, M.D. Caroline Julian 010 could very well be the year of living danger- viewed him years ago when he was first diagnosed with the dis- Rosemarie Mendoza ously for Hawaii’s residents, if the State Legisla- ease. He was upbeat and determined to beat the odds even back Paul Melvin Palalay, M.D. ture doesn’t come up with ways to meet a then and continued to remain positive even to his last days. A cel- Glenn Wakai projected $1.2 billion budget shortfall. With the ebration of his life was held last Friday at St. Andrew’s Cathe- Philippine Correspondent Guil Franco 2 economy still in shambles, lawmakers need to ex- dral. We hope you will take time to read more about this plore every possible funding source, including le- remarkable individual in a brief article on page 11. Big Island Distributor In closing, thank you once again for supporting the Hawaii Elmer Acasio galized gambling. Ditas Udani Filipino Chronicle. It has truly been a pleasure to serve all of our As with the contentious mass transit project, legalized gam- Maui Distributor bling has been debated ad nauseum with both sides presenting readers over the past year. We will always strive to serve the com- Cecile Piros munity and to provide you with timely and useful news. plausible arguments for and against it. Opponents cite the social Molokai Distributor costs of legalized gambling, particularly on Hawaii’s poor, eld- Maria Watanabe erly and least educated residents whom studies show tend to suf- Advertising/Marketing Director fer most from gambling’s ill-effects. gauge its true effects. Chona A. Montesines-Sonido Other alternatives to balance the budget would require rais- If there was ever a time for our elected officials to dip their Account Executives ing the excise tax (which the governor opposes), cutting state toes into the gambling pond, it is now. Gaming should not be Carlota Ader programs, laying off workers or raiding special funds. Any or a looked at as the magic pill that solves our budget woes, but rather J.P. Orias combination of these proposals are bound to impact the poor, as a new and viable source of revenue for a state struggling with

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Printed in the U.S.A. arbitrary period, say 10 years, which would be enough time to HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE JANUARY 9, 2009 3 MAYOR’S COLUMN Best Wishes to All in the New Year bled lands, and that their sons Eligibility from applicants’ and daughters, husbands and health care or disability service wives, brothers and sisters, will providers. However, applicants return safely to their families. will have the option of submit- President Barack Obama’s ting such information for con- By Mayor Mufi Hannemann recent announcement that Hon- sideration as part of their olulu will host the 2011 APEC Assessment, which is provide appy New Year summit was a wonderful early free of charge. For more infor- and Manigong Christmas gift to all of us, and mation, please call the Depart- Bagong Taon! I’m very pleased that the presi- ment of Transportation Services This is one of my dent chose to enjoy Christmas Paratransit staff at 768-8300. H favorite times of here with his family and several This promises to be a big the year, a time to close friends. I made it a point year for public transportation, enjoy the com- to greet him at the airport to let and we should finally break panionship of loved ones, to him know how much we wel- ground on the rail transit system Mayor Hannemann signed the Rapid Transit Stabilization Agreement bask in the cheer and goodwill come him. we have needed for so long. We with 12 unions of the holidays, and to put aside To honor our nation’s first recently reached a risk manage- The importance of this tract to design and build ele- our problems so we can greet Hawaii-born president, I have ment agreement with 12 of the labor agreement goes beyond vated guideway for the first 6.5- the new year with renewed proposed to name after him the major private sector labor ensuring local jobs. By prevent- mile portion of the rail route hope and optimism. popular park that’s commonly unions that guarantees no work ing any potential work stop- came in $90 million lower than I hope everyone has been referred to as “Magic Island.” slowdowns or stoppages during pages, it helps to keep the initially anticipated because of having a wonderful holiday sea- This park’s official—but sel- construction of the project. project on time and on budget, the economic slowdown. son. We celebrate in many ways dom used—name is 'Aina The Rapid Transit Stabiliza- which benefits taxpayers. The train stations along the in Hawaii, our customs and tra- Moana. Changing it to Presi- tion Agreement (RTSA), which Train service for the first rail route are to be constructed ditions reflecting the diversity dent Barack Obama Beach Park my Managing Director Kirk leg of the transit route is sched- in separate future contracts. of our island people. We also at Magic Island would honor Caldwell and our City staff uled to begin in 2012, with full Separate contracts are sched- celebrate the successful jour- our president and make official worked very hard to achieve, service along the entire 20-mile uled to be awarded next year for neys that people have made, the park’s popular name. Other was signed by the participating route from East Kapolei to Ala the train storage and mainte- from distant lands, to come to U.S. cities have already named labor unions protects the City Moana in 2019. nance facility in Waipahu, and this special place to live in schools and parks after our against strikes, lockouts and The City and Kiewit Pacific for the manufacturing and ship- peace and brotherhood. president, so why shouldn’t his similar job disruptions, while en- Company recently signed the ment of the core systems that For all people, whatever home town name a special suring that the project’s contrac- construction contract for the includes the train vehicles. our origins or beliefs, this time place after him? tors will hire both union and first phase, from East Kapolei to It won’t be long now! Let’s of the year gives us a moment In other news, we recently non-union workers at compara- Pearl Highlands near Leeward all keep working together to to reflect on our many bless- launched a new application sys- ble pay and standardized work Community College. The con- make rail transit a success. ings, to continue to pledge our tem for determining eligibility hours, days and conditions. respect for the dignity of all for TheHandi-Van, the City’s This monumental agree- people, and to offer a prayer paratransit service for people ment ensures there will be local that peace and goodwill will with disabilities who are unable jobs from the project to stimu- prevail in this world—as it does to independently use TheBus. late the local economy. The among us in Hawaii. The new, more personal- RTSA will prevent any labor For many of our neighbors, ized system involves an In-Per- disputes that would disrupt the the holidays this year are a time son Assessment of all rail project during these fragile of keenly felt separation as their applicants, whether new to The- economic times, jeopardizing loved ones serve our nation in Handi-Van service or renewing jobs and the livelihoods of places far from these island eligibility, at no cost. This eligi- workers and increasing the cost shores. To them, I offer my bility assessment replaced the and schedule of the project. prayers that peace and joy will previously required written ap- someday prevail in those trou- plication and Certification of PICTORIAL NEWS

PHILIPPINE CONSULATE HOSTED PHILIPPINE AIRLINES’ CHRIST- MAS PARTY FOR HAWAII TRAVEL AGENTS The Philippine Airlines Hawaii Office hosted a special Christmas Party last December 17, 2009 for travel agents, with Consul General Leoncio R. Cardenas, as Special Guest. Ms. Mary Ann Cabreros, PAL Manager, expressed her appreciation to the Hawaiian Association of Filipino Travel Agents (HAFTA) as PAL’s steadfast partner in 2009 even as Hawaii tourism posted its worst figures since 1970. Shown in photo are Mary Ann Cabreros, Val Saban, Letty Saban, Diplomat Travel, Edith Gudoy, Everlasting Travel, Rose Galanto, Aloha Travel and President of HAFTA, Maggie Domingo, Director, HAFTA, May Severo and other PAL personnel. 4 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE JANUARY 9, 2009 COVER STORY The Year 2009 in Review By HFC Staff he start of a new year is traditionally a time for self-reflection. Some make impossible-to-keep New Year resolutions, while others take a more pensive approach and reflect on accom- T plishments over the past year.

For many Filipinos, 2009 only to the Filipino Fiesta & Pa- pines to Hawaii. He replaced began with the dawn of the new rade in terms of involvement Ariel Y. Abadilla, who was as- Obama administration and re- and bringing together the entire signed as the Philippines’ first newed hope for a brighter fu- Filipino community. What’s ever ambassador to the Repub- ture. As the year progressed, great about Pasko! is that you lic of Ireland. news headlines were dominated don’t have to travel to the Cardenas is a well-re- by the economic recession. Philippines to enjoy a tradi- spected and experienced senior Other stories grabbed the na- tional Filipino Christmas. In- diplomat of the Philippine For- tion’s attention, in particular the stead, you can enjoy uniquely eign Service. He and the Con- death of pop megastar Michael Filipino Christmas traditions all sulate staff have continued to Jackson and fears of a swine flu under one roof—traditions such offer passport issuance and re- epidemic. as Panunuluyan (re-enactment newal, absentee ballots for do- Locally, the top news was of the Christmas story); Sim- mestic elections, visas and other no doubt “Furlough Fridays”— bang Gabi (morning mass); necessary documents related to a cost-cutting measure agreed Noche Buena (the Christmas work, study or travel in the to by Gov. Lingle and public Eve meal); Namamasko (Taga- Philippines. Under Cardenas’ labor unions that shortens the log for “caroling”); and many watch, the Consulate has been public school year by 17 days. others. more involved in social and Ilocos Norte, he has an auto- day-long event that celebrates Other local stories also im- Kudos to the Fil-Com Cen- civic events involving the Fil- matic connection with Hawaii’s all things Filipino—from food, pacted the Filipino community ter and a host of Filipino com- ipino community. To help vibrant Ilocano community. music, folk dances and crafts. in 2009. The following are the munity organizations for bridge the gap between local And with his passion for the The Fiesta featured three excit- top 12 as reported by the organizing this spectacular and immigrant Filipinos, he has arts, particularly in music, Car- ing events: the morning parade Hawaii Filipino Chronicle: event! encouraged both sides to join denas has supported commu- from Fort DeRussy to Kapi- more community-related activ- nity events that promote olani Park, the Fiesta at Kapi- 12. Pasko! at the Fil-Com 11. New Philippine Consul ities. Filipino culture and tradition. olani Park, and the evening Center General Assumes Post Cardenas is a good fit for Santacruzan. Organizers esti- This event is quickly be- Last July, Leoncio R. Car- Hawaii. His previous experi- 10. Ilocos Surian Medical mate that over 30,000 people coming a favorite community denas assumed his new post as ence here in 1984 puts him Mission were in attendance, despite the event and is perhaps second Consul General of the Philip- ahead of the game. Being from In mid-December, several down economy. dozen physicians, nurses, med- The goal of the Fiesta is to ical professionals and volun- celebrate and share the rich Fil- teers left Hawaii for the 2009 ipino culture with other ethnic Ilocos Homecoming Medical groups. Attendees feel an over- Mission. Held every two years, whelming sense of unity and the ISAH mission is intended community—no Tagalog, to meet the medical needs of Visayan or Ilocano—just Fil- poor patients in the Philippines. ipino. The 2009 mission treated an es- timated 15,000 patients in 8. Filipino Chamber of seven towns across three Commerce Trade Mission provinces, including those af- The Filipino Chamber of fected by recent natural calami- Commerce of Hawaii’s ties. (FCCH) 21st Annual Trade The ISAH mission is Mission was held from Novem- unique in that organizers have ber 6-21 and brought together incorporated holistic healing hundreds of investors, business and a myriad of non-medical people and public officials from events, including singing and Hawaii and the Philippines. Ac- talent contests and scholarship companying FCCH members exams all meant to raise the were Mayor Hannemann and spirits of families in Ilocos Sur, cabinet members, City Coun- Ilocos Norte and neighboring cilmembers Nestor Garcia and areas and provide them with a Romy Cachola. very memorable 2009 Christ- This year’s trade mission mas. focused on Hawaii real estate investments and international 9. Filipino Community banking and finance, as well as Celebrates Annual Fiesta Philippine outsourcing oppor- Thousands attended the an- tunities; the development of nual Filipino Fiesta—Oahu’s new markets especially in the signature Filipino Celebra- areas of architecture, engineer- tion—which is now in its 17th ing, and environmental consult- year. The Fiesta is a fun-filled, ing; and the identification of JANUARY 9, 2010 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 5 COVER STORY products and services that can naflorida re- with nothing at all. For many of be exported to Hawaii. The mis- ceived an addi- the veterans, particularly those sion also strengthened Hon- tional $25,000 in poor health and living in the olulu’s sister-city relationships for ranking Philippines, the one time pay- with Baguio, Cebu, Laoag, among the top ment certainly helped to defray Manila and Vigan. 10 finalists. medical expenses.

7. Mayor Hannemann Ap- 2. Filipino vet- 1. Aloha from Hawaii to points Filipinos to Cabinet Po- erans receive Typhoon Victims sitions long-awaited Filipinos may bicker and After a General Election in benefits grumble amongst each other which he was criticized by an After a about the pettiest of details but opponent for a lack of Filipino 2009’s Bests: World’s pound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao and CNN Hero of the Year decades-long when push comes to shove, the Efren Peñaflorida appointees to his cabinet, struggle, Fil- community has rallied time and Mayor Hannemann announced president Corazon “Cory” complishments, which broke ipino veterans of World War II again to help its own. This was that he would add three pinoys Aquino. Nearly 100 people at- barriers and opened doors for were finally granted U.S. mili- never more evident when the to his administration. They in- tended a requiem mass at the people of all races to achieve tary benefits, thanks to a $198 call went out for assistance for cluded Manny Lanuevo, Philippine Consulate to honor their dreams, have inspired Fil- million provision in the stimu- typhoon victims. Deputy Director of the Depart- her memory. Aquino, 76, died ipinos everywhere. lus bill approved by both A host of fundraisers were ment of Environmental Serv- after a year-long battle with houses of Congress and Presi- held by various organizations ices (ENV); Jeoffrey colon cancer. She will be for- 3. Hawaii’s Filipinos Cast dent Barack Obama. The pro- including the Fil-Com Center, Cudiamat, Director of Depart- ever remembered as the coura- Votes For CNN “Hero of the vision authorized one-time the Philippine Consulate, Uni- ment of Facilities Maintenance geous housewife who did the Year” payments of $15,000 to Fil- versity of Hawaii students and (DFM); and Sandra Sagisi, unthinkable—topple a corrupt In a heart-warming story, ipino veterans who are U.S. others. Broadway sensation Lea Deputy Director of the Depart- and ruthless dictator and inspire Efren Penaflorida, Jr. was citizens and $9,000 for non- Salonga got involved and prom- ment of Customer Services non-violent resistance against named Cable News Network’s citizens, including those in the ised to donate a portion of the (CSD). authoritarian rule. (CNN) “Hero of the Year” for Philippines. proceeds from her November All three were imminently his efforts to champion the The promised benefits concert to victims. qualified for their positions in 5. The Visayan Centennial cause of impoverished children were bittersweet for Filipino Not to be outdone, the City government, particularly 2009 marked the 100th An- in the Philippines and to inspire Vets whose numbers continue Chronicle got into the giving Cudiamat, a well-respected en- niversary of the arrival of the them to become dynamic and to dwindle with each passing spirit and partnered with a gineer who is now the top man first Visayan immigrants to proactive members of society. day. The consensus among vet- phone card distributor to pro- at DFM. Lanuevo is no slouch Hawaii. The Congress of For the past 12 years, he and erans’ supporters was that it vide 3,000 free phone cards to either and is a seasoned engi- Visayan Organizations (COVO) volunteers from the Dynamic was better for the remaining low-income families in Hawaii neer in his own right. Then celebrated the occasion with Teen Company have taught veterans to at least see some who could not afford to call rel- there is the immensely-talented various activities statewide for basic reading, writing, math benefits rather than to pass on atives affected by the typhoons. Moser, who has earned her the entire year, including the and English stripes as a news reporter and Visayan Century Awards Gala every Saturday is a perfect fit at the CSD, in July at the Hale Koa Hotel to marginalized where she is second-in- and at COVO’s 22nd Annual children in the command. Statewide Convention in Au- slums of Cavite The Filipino community gust on the Big Island. City. In all, his was pleased with the appoint- Visayans comprise between efforts have ments of qualified Filipinos to 10-15 percent of Hawaii’s Fil- touched the upper level management posi- ipinos. They have over the years lives of over tions in government for the made their mark in Hawaii’s 1,500 “throw- sake of bolstering ethnic pride history, particularly in politics away kids.” and ensuring that Filipinos with former Gov. Ben Pe- have a voice in key decision- Cayetano, entertainment with naflorida was making. TV personality Emme Tomim- among 9,000 bang and actress Tia Carrere nominees for 6. Farewell to Corky and Cory and sports with former boxing CNN’s award. Last February, political car- champ Ben Villaflor—to name With the win- toonist Corky Trinidad passed just a few. ner to be cho- away at age 69 due to compli- sen online via cations from pancreatic cancer. 4. Cayetano Releases New Au- public voting, The Manila-born cartoonist de- tobiography many Hawaii veloped a knack for skewering Benjamin J. Cayetano, Filipinos cast politicians in his caricatures. America’s first ever Filipino their votes for Among his favorite targets early governor, provided a rare him and en- in his career was former Philip- glimpse into his private life and couraged pine dictator Ferdinand Marcos, times with his 560-page autobi- friends and rel- which got him into hot water. ography entitled “Ben: A Mem- atives to do so. He fled the Philippines and oir, From Street Kid To The 28-year- moved to Hawaii, where he Governor.” old school- joined the Honolulu Star Bul- The book chronicles teacher has letin in 1969. During his 40 year Cayetano’s background, rise to vowed to con- career, Corky’s cartoons, which the top, as well as his personal tinue his work were humorous and mixed with triumphs and struggles. He and should be a touch of genius, won many fought many battles during his able to reach fans throughout Hawaii and the combined 28 years in office. He even more world. championed numerous causes, street children, A few months later, won as many friends as he did thanks to the Hawaii’s Filipinos mourned the enemies, but never backed award’s passing of another icon—this away from controversial issues $100,000 cash time it was former Philippine or difficult decisions. His ac- prize. Pe- 6 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE JANUARY 9, 2009 HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS Hawaii Filipino Heritage Fund to Award More Grants he Hawaii Community the aforementioned criteria, ac- Community Council. lowing: 501(c)(3) tax exempt sta- Foundation is accepting cording to Jun Colmenares, one Guidelines are as follows: o Brief background about tus Tapplications for a second of several advisors to the fund. • Only non-profit organiza- the applicant organiza- o Signature and contact in- round of grants to be awarded to “This was in line with the tions with a 501(c)(3) tax- tion, its goals and past formation non-profit organizations with theme of the Filipino Centennial exempt status may apply. performance • Applications must be re- programs that promote Filipino which was to celebrate 100 years • The grants will be available o Brief description of the ceived by March 31, 2010 culture and traditions in Hawaii of Filipinos in Hawaii and be- and distributed over a 5-year project or activity to be and submitted to: are to be and that support the develop- yond,” Colmenares says. “The period (2009 to 2013). funded; project or activity submitted to: ment of Filipino youth. committee decided to establish a About $15,000 in total must conform to the pur- o Hawaii Filipino Heritage The grants are made possi- fund within the Hawaii Commu- grants is available each year. poses of the Fund and to Fund; c/o 99-1325 Aiea ble via the Hawaii Filipino Her- nity Foundation, which will be No multi-year grant applica- the goals of the applicant Heights Drive; Aiea, itage Fund. Grant money comes responsible for receiving grant tions will be accepted. organization Hawaii 96701 from unspent funds discovered applications and determining the • No “bricks and mortar” o Project budget showing at the conclusion of the 2006 Fil- grantees.” grant applications will be sources of income and ex- For more information about ipino Centennial. The Hawaii The first round of grants, accepted. penditures; the Fund shall the Hawaii Filipino Heritage Filipino Centennial Committee awarded in June 2009, were • Interested applicants may not be the sole source of Fund, please contact Jun Col- decided to award the remaining given to the Fil-Com Center, the submit a grant application of funding for the project or menares at (510) 734-4491 or funds in the form of grants to Binhi at Ani Community Center no more than five (5) pages activity leave a message at (808) 485- Filipino organizations that met of Maui and the Oahu Filipino which will include the fol- o Proof of non-profit 0390

Parol Contest. “I started about ipino parol goes. “Yan ang two-and-a-half months ago,” parol!,” said an older woman he answered when asked how event attendee to another. long it took him to finish the When I asked why, the woman parol that now hangs in the Fil- explained that it was the most ipino Community Center of- nostalgic of the 16 parol con- fice. The time he spent on the test entries. Reminiscent of parol is evident in the parol’s grade school or backyard extraordinary craftsmanship. parol-making, the third place Every detail of the parol’s Parol contest winning piece body and the tails was exquis- was made out of traditional itely executed. The intricate bamboo frame and “papel de parol was not made of the tra- japon” or “japanese paper.” ditional bamboo frame and Completing a traditional 2009 Pasko at FilCom 2009 “papel de hapon” but of care- theme, it had a carefully laid By Carolyn W. Hildebrand ing the Sakada Centennial Year in the past. This year’s friendly fully rolled raffia, red cherry- out 3-dimensional paper Celebration. The merge proved contest has not only attracted like fruits called bugbugayong, “belen” or nativity scene. he parol or Filipino to be pragmatic and the event more participants and great and many others. Val Ventura’s Because all the entries Christmas lantern has metamorphosed into Pasko! at prizes but reclaims the Filipino enumeration of the various were good and there were gen- T been the signature dec- FilCom starting 2007. imagination, artistry and dried flora materials that was erous prize donors, the contest oration of Pasko! festivities in The parol’s evolved pres- craftsmanship, resourcefulness used is mind-opening about organizers decided to award Honolulu ever since the event ence at the third annual Pasko including helping one another, possibilities and creativity. three consolation prizes. One was introduced here by the Fil- at FilCom is emblematic of the enjoyable and pleasantly sur- The second and third place of the recipient was Ronnie ipino Association of University latter’s overall growth and di- prising results. winners were not new to the Miguel who created a house Women some 20 years ago. In rection as a major island com- “It’s my first time (to enter annual Pasko@FilCom Parol (bahay kubo style) rather than 2006, Pasko! and another cele- munity event. Pasko! at the contest),” Val Ventura Contest. Last year’s winners, the traditional star parol. He bration, the Pamaskong Han- FilCom has created a credible beamed as he showed off the Bart Cudal and Imelda Gas- said that he just made it the day dog merged for purposes of parol contest, a feat that others parol that won first place in the men, repeated in second and before Pasko! and he used ma- efficient implementation dur- have not successfully achieved recent 2009 Pasko@FilCom third places, respectively. Bart terials that could be scavenged Cudal is an 11th grader from around the neighborhood. The Leilehua High School. Using weed grass that covered the the more contemporary glossy roof was still green and fresh! and plastic-like sheet as cover The winning entry is Ronnie’s material, the tail of his parol first attempt and he credits his reflects a colorful Filipino Flag friends and neighbors for help- image. It took Bart two weeks ing out. Encouraged by the to complete his parol. He was judges’ decision, he looks for- proud to say that materials ward to participating again were acquired with the help of next year. his Auntie and other relatives. The non-winning parol en- He was thrilled and found it in- tries proved to have their own credible that he won again. following among Pasko atten- Imelda Gasmen, a Univer- dees. “I do not know why that sity of Hawaii Manoa Instruc- did not win. I like it.” offered tor did not start making her one of the organizers and was parol until the eve before the referring to a raffia-wrapped December 13 Pasko! event. star parol that did not win. Two “Hanggang alas kuwatro (4 green and white parols–one am),” she said of the time she decked with faux sampaguita finished cutting, curling and became favorites among atten- completing her rainbow-col- dees with digital cameras. ored parol. Her parol charmed Based on the frequency of the traditionalists as far as Fil- (continued on page 11) JANUARY 9, 2010 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 7

LEGAL MATTERS The Worst Christmas (and Birthday) Gift this 2,000 page bill word for maneuvered substantial home- for taxes. to Reinhold Niebuhr: word? Is the one who says state deals." Not in Hawai'i. Our If you are a good father of a "God grant me the serenity to "yes" willing to swear on a Senators were for Obamacare family and want to cover all accept the things I cannot stack of Bibles? Careful, the from the beginning. So they possible illnesses that you and change, Carolina congressman might could not make a deal in ex- your family might suffer from, The courage to change those By Atty. Emmanuel shout: "You lie." change for their votes. In the which logically will cost more things I can, Samonte Tipon Why will I not call the cowboy days, they called it than the garden variety health And the wisdom to know the Senators "honorable"? They "horse trading." But they had no policy, the government will tax difference." hat do you do are lucky they are not called horse to trade. Just their votes. you saying it is an "expensive" with a gift that like how they call them in the Mr. Neuharth warns: "If policy. For me, I will take W.W. you don't like Philippines: "Senathugs". As President Obama permits these Bartley's Mother Goose rhyme: and told the Al Neuharth, USA Today Chicago-style politics to con- Seniors drop dead "For every ailment W potential giver founder and a fellow Gannetter tinue, he may lose the whole Medicare coverage will be under the sun that you don't (I used to work for Gannett health care deal or public ac- cut. Okay, "trimmed". They say There is a remedy, want it? newspapers in Rochester, NY), ceptance of it." that there is a lot of waste and or there is none; The gang of 60 woke up headlined: "Health care deals fraud. But why kill grandpa and If there be one, early on Christmas eve to cook may make you sick." Criminalizing health care grandma? Just stop waste and try to find it; this turkey so that they could He said: "If the Senate ver- The Senators brag that fraud. The Senior Advantage If there be none, please their leader and let him fly sion of the health care bill be- their bill will extend "new cov- program will be eliminated, ex- never mind it." to sunny Hawai'i for his Christ- comes law, some of the political erage" to more than 30 million. cept in one state where their sen- mas vacation. His route to the bargains made may make you A Democratic aide on Capitol ator made a deal. Under this (ATTY. TIPON has a Master of Laws Marine Corps base where he feel sick. . . Senators from sev- Hill said that the bill "simply program, a senior pays a pre- degree from Yale Law School and a played golf was lined with pro- eral states carved out special makes people criminals if they mium to a health care provider Bachelor of Laws degree from the Uni- deals for folks back home. Sen. don't buy expensive insurance versity of the Philippines. He is based in testers complaining about Oba- in exchange for services beyond Hawaii where he specializes in immi- macare, abortion, Afghanistan, Ben Nelson, D-Neb., got the from the private corporations Medicare. They say that the gration law and criminal defense. Tel. blah blah blah. What a far cry most goodies because his was that helped create the health government is giving something (808) 225-2645. E-Mail: filam- from his enthusiastic reception a the critical last of 60 votes care crisis in the first place." to the health care providers who [email protected]. Website: www.Immi- year ago before he took the oath needed for Democrats to avoid Where are the doctors and provide Senior Advantage. Re- grationServicesUSA.com. He is from Laoag City and Magsingal, Ilocos Sur. as president. There were no pro- a Republican filibuster." nurses who will take care of this ally? So take away your dog- He served as an Immigration Officer. testers then. Just happy campers Here are the sordid details: 30 million? The Senators did not gone contribution, but let me He is co-author of “Immigration Law wanting to shake his hand. "Nelson coerced the Senate provide for their immigration. keep my Senior Advantage. I Service, 1st ed.” an 8-volume practice Did the Senators have to leadership and the White house will work much harder so I can guide for immigration officers and into agreeing that in his state, Mortgaging our children’s lawyers. Listen to the most interesting rush approval of the Oba- make up for the contribution and humorous Hawaii radio program macare bill on Christmas eve? the federal government will pay future you claim you are giving. on KNDI AM 1270 every Tuesday and Couldn't they have waited until for all new Medicaid enrollees Most of the beneficiaries, Friday at 7:00 AM. This article is a gen- after the New Year? Oh, they forever." In other states, federal like the illegal aliens, won't Serenity Prayer eral overview of the subject matter dis- were giving me a birthday gift, and state governments pay for have the money to pay for As I write this, I am look- cussed and is not intended as legal advice. No warranty is made by the too? That's the unkindest cut of it, from our taxes, naturally. Obamacare. You and I and our ing at the embroidery that my writer or publisher as to its complete- all. "Senators from Connecticut, children and grandchildren will beloved fashioned containing ness or correctness at the time of publi- Who among them has read Louisiana and Vermont also have to shell out more money the Serenity Prayer attributed cation.) RAIL TRANSIT UPDATE rectly created by rail transit “Local workers will spend City Moving Closer to Start of Honolulu will go to workers living and their hard-earned wages at raising their families in home and that will boost the time and on budget, while en- Hawaii,” Caldwell said. economy even more.” Rail Transit Project suring local jobs for local he City and County of people. Honolulu continues to This agreement between T move closer to ground- the city and 12 unions mini- breaking of the Honolulu Rail mizes potential labor risks Transit Project once work is over the life of this $5.4 bil- given the go-ahead by state lion project. It guarantees and federal officials. against strikes, lockouts, and With the project’s final other job disruptions that environmental impact state- would jeopardize jobs and the ment scheduled for release livelihood of workers and early this year, groundbreak- end of the year,” said city their families. It also provides ing will begin once the gover- managing director Kirk Cald- comparable pay and standard- nor accepts the document and well. “This project will pump ized work hours, days, and the Federal Transit Adminis- up our economy during this conditions, whether a worker tration gives its approval. recession, generating tax rev- is union or non-union. City managing director enues that will benefit the en- Caldwell, who helped ne- Kirk Caldwell said construc- tire state and fund essential gotiate the agreement with the tion of rail transit will be the government services.” labor unions, said all parties biggest economic stimulus In preparation for con- involved in the construction project once underway this struction, the city in Novem- of future rail segments, in- year. ber also signed a historic cluding the selected contrac- “Once work begins, we’ll Rapid Transit Stabilization tors, must be signatories to immediately be investing Agreement with 12 private this agreement. $330 million in our economy sector labor unions to help en- “The agreement ensures in 2010 alone and creating sure the Honolulu Rail Tran- the majority of the 4,000-plus 4,000 construction jobs by the sit Project is completed on construction jobs being di- 8 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE JANUARY 9, 2009 COMMUNITY PARADE JANUARY 9, 2010 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 9 10 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE JANUARY 9, 2009 HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS Local Radio Program to Highlight Filipino Writings Iloha Shorts,” a locally-pro- duced radio program of writ- “Aings from Bamboo Ridge Press, will pay tribute to various Filipino writers at a live taping scheduled for Janu- ary 10, 2010 at 6:45 pm in Hawaii Public Radio’s Atherton Studio. Special guest musicians will be the University of Hawaii Filipino Rondalla, comprised of Bernard Ellorin, a Ph.D. stu- dent in music on the bandurya; Stuart Nago, Kapiolani Community College faculty member on the guitar; and Ricardo D. Trim- Donalyn Dela Cruz illos, professor at UH’s ethnomusicology Asian Studies Program on the oktavina. “Beautiful Ilocano.” The featured reading from the latest • Normie Salvador, “Waipahu One Bamboo Ridge Press publication “In the Morning” (read by Cheyne Gallarde). Company of Strangers” by Michelle Cruz • Kenneth Zamora Damacion, “The Is- Skinner is an excerpt from her short story lands.” “Beautiful,” performed by Donalyn Dela • Darlene M. Javar, “Drinking Games” Cruz, former news reporter and current (read by Stephanie Kong). public affairs director for Bishop Museum. Admission to “Aloha Shorts” tapings Other Filipino writers honored at this is free but seating is extremely limited and Aloha Shorts taping include the following: reservations must be made by calling HPR • Eileen Tabios, “The Autobiography of at 955-8821. Commodities: Installment No. 9: Fil- The shows are broadcasted Tuesdays ipina Brides” and “Force Majeure.” at 6:30 pm on Hawaii Public Radio’s The latter will be read by Stephanie KIPO 89.3 FM. Please visit www.bam- Kong. booridge.com or www.hawaiipublicra- • Jennifer Santos Madriaga, “My dio.org for more information. To hear Grandfather, the New American.” recordings of past shows or to subscribe to • Noel Abubo Mateo, “Accent Reduc- podcasts, go to: http://feeds2.feed- tion” (read by Cheyne Gallarde) and burner.com/AlohaShorts. Growing Up Filipino, Part II

hilippine American Literary House Max Gutierrez, Leslieann Hobayan, Jaime has recently re- An Lim, Paulino Lim Jr., Pleased Growing Up Rebecca Mabanglo- Filipino II: More Stories Mayor, Dolores de for Young Adults which Manuel, Rashaan Alexis targets Filipino and Fil- Meneses, Veronica ipino American readers. Montes, Charlson8 Ong, The book is a collec- Marily Ysip Orosa, Kan- tion of short stories and is nika Claudine D. Peña, the second volume of the Oscar Peñaranda, Edgar “Growing Up Filipino” Poma, Tony Robles, Brian series in which various Ascalon Roley, Jonathan Filipino American writers Jimena Siason, Aileen explore the universal Suzara, Geronimo G. challenges of adolescence Tagatac, Marianne Vil- from the unique perspec- lanueva. tives of teens in the The book is edited by Philippines and in the Cecilia Manguerra U.S. Brainard, author and editor Growing Up Filipino II: More Stories of over a dozen books, including When the for Young Adults collects 27 stories by Fil- Rainbow Goddess Wept, Magdalena and ipino and Filipino American writers who Acapulco at Sunset and Other Stories. She explore the universal challenges and expe- edited Growing Up Filipino: Stories for riences of Filipino teens after the historic Young Adults, Fiction by Filipinos in events of 9/11. Despite the modern de- America, and Contemporary Fiction by mands on them, Filipino youth continue to Filipinos in America. She co-edited four deal with the universal concerns of grow- other books and wrote Fundamentals of ing up, including family, friends, love, Creative Writing (2009) for classroom use. home, budding sexuality and leaving Her third short story collection, Vigan and home. The stories are written by well Other Stories, is forthcoming. Ms. known as well as emerging writers. Brainard teaches at UCLA-Extension’s The contributors are: Dean Francis Writers Program. Alfar, Katrina Ramos Atienza, Maria Vic- Growing Up Filipino II: More Stories toria Beltran, M.G. Bertulfo, Cecilia for Young Adults is available online from Manguerra Brainard, Amalia B. Bueno, Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com. JANUARY 9, 2010 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 11 HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS

Society in Hawaii, volunteered “One of his greatest joys Family, Friends Remember Pablo with the Leukemia & Lym- was bringing people together,” phoma Society, was Kimura says. undreds bid a fond and health policy. Prior to that, and helped to a member of the For all of his accomplish- farewell to Chris Pablo worked as director of develop legisla- Steering Committee ments and community service, HPablo, a role model public affairs for Kaiser Per- tion to promote of the Hawaii De- Pablo will be most remem- and advocate for people with manente for 15 years. organ and partment of Health bered for the compassion he cancer, during a celebration of A graduate of St. Louis anatomical gift Comprehensive showed towards fellow cancer his life at St. Andrew’s Cathe- School, he attended Santa donation. Col- Cancer Control patients and their families. dral on January 8, 2010. Clara University and earned leagues remem- Coalition and co- “Chris could never say ‘no’ Pablo passed away on De- degrees in accounting, law and ber him as a chaired the Gover- to any cancer patient or their cember 9, 2009 at age 59. De- later a CPA designation. He gifted speaker nor’s Blue Ribbon family,” says his wife Sandy. spite a 14-year battle with worked as a special assistant to who rarely Panel on Cancer “Whether he knew them or not, cancer, he maintained a posi- U.S. Sen. Dan Inouye and was missed oppor- Care in Hawaii. he was there for them immedi- tive outlook and was actively later appointed director of gov- tunities to pro- According to ately. He drove himself so hard involved with numerous com- ernment affairs for the Hawaii mote childhood friend to help anyone in need.” munity and business organiza- Medical Services Association. improvements Audy Kimura, one Pablo is survived by his tions. Pablo was a frequent visi- in health care, Chris Pablo of Pablo’s last re- wife Sandy, sons Chris He joined the law firm of tor at the State Legislature patient care and quests was for his “Kawehi” Enderton, Nathan Goodsill Anderson Quinn & where he worked tirelessly as bone marrow registration. family and friends to stay con- and Zachary, brother Michael, Stifel in 2007, where he fo- an Pablo served as past Chair- nected and in touch even after mother Rufina Pablo and a cused on government relations advocate for patient rights man of the Board of the Cancer he was gone. grandson. Dizon to Chair 2010 Ko Olina Taste at PHILIPPINE NEWS where attendees can a seamless transi- Kapolei sample food from tion and her vision he Rotary Club of more than 20 restau- will set the stage Kapolei has named new rants at the Ko Olina for a strong fu- T member Dion Dizon as Resort and Marina. ture.” chairwoman of the 2010 Ko A professional As an events Olina Taste at Kapolei. events coordinator, coordinator, She succeeds Sonya Dizon was inducted Dizon has organ- Mendez, who stepped down in in November 2009 ized several well- November after two years of as a member of the ness events, overseeing the popular culinary Rotary Club of training seminars, event that attracts 1,500 people Kapolei. and educational Dion Dizon annually and has raised more “We have great workshops for Delivery Boy Gets P111- than a $1 million in the past 10 confidence in Dion’s ability to small businesses. She is also an years for educational charity, in- steer our club’s largest fundraiser on-site coordinator for Moloka'i million Lotto Win cluding career training programs in a desirable direction,” said Ka Hula Piko, an annual native By Perseus Echeminada / the five-digit combination, while designed to create a job-ready Marietta Bustamante, president- Hawaiian festival on Moloka'i Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010 14,193 won the four-digit com- workforce for future employers. elect of the Rotary Club of produced by Halau Hula o bination. As chairwoman of the Ko Kapolei. “Her leadership skills Kukunaokala. ANILA, Philippines - The lucky player is the fifth Olina Taste at Kapolei, Dizon and commitment are evident to For more details on the Ko A 37-year-old deliv- to win over P100 million since will be responsible for planning, all who meet her. Also, her talent Olina Taste at Kapolei, please ery boy from January last year. The other win- organizing and coordinating this and personal qualities, as well as visit the Rotary Club of M Parañaque City became an in- ners include a 43-year-old taxi year’s event. A key feature of the her experience and knowledge Kapolei’s website at stant multimillionaire after win- driver who won P150 million in event is dozens of tasting tents of event planning will allow for www.kapoleirotary.com. ning the P111,242,358 Super September. (from page 6, 2009 Pasko ...) Lotto jackpot draw last Dec. 29, The driver was accompa- poses and camera clicks by an official of the Philippine nied by his wife and three chil- these two parols, the two Charity Sweepstakes Office dren when he claimed the prize seemed to be the most pho- (PCSO) said yesterday. last Tuesday. tographed parols of 2009 Larry Cedro, PCSO He said he intends to put Pasko! Whether they rushed or spokesman, said the lucky win- P100 million in the bank and the took time to create the parols, ner bought the ticket with the remaining amount will be used the 16 parol artists/craftspeople winning combination 15-27-17- to purchase properties, pay surely had some satisfaction in 37-18-11 at the Randy Alejandro debts, help relatives and to do- bringing out their special skills Franco outlet in Better Living nate to charity. and artistry. Subdivision, Parañaque City. The driver bought three Like the resulting parols, “The lucky winner claimed number combinations worth the various 2009 Pasko! @Fil- Lola” activity, bahay kubo ambiance; Pasko attendees ex- his prize Monday. He was ac- P60, which represent significant Com activities ensured that building facade, and sorbetes pressed appreciation whether companied by a lawyer and a events in the lives of his family, there was something for every- selling, and many more; The the offering was an energetic media man,” Cedro said, adding such as birthdays and wedding one. Veteran community lead- bands, choirs and their carols Kolintang music or a mellower the player bought four sets of anniversary. ers worked hand-in-hand with made expatriates miss distant aklung music, Thai-oriented tickets with number combina- Last Tuesday’s winner is the emerging leaders; Seasoned family members and friends plate lunch or Filipino merienda tions picked from his birthday, 169th winner of the Super lotto Pasko! goers mingled and chat- more or brought relief to their munchies, hugs from friends or his girlfriend’s birthday and her game since it was launched in ted with first-time attendees; longing for ‘Pinas; Philippine handshakes from political can- house number. 2000. Certain Filipiniana activities heritage were rediscovered and didates, and a spiritual Catholic “The winner intends to do- The Super Lotto generated brought feelings of nostalgia: expressed in children’s coloring mass or the more worldly busi- nate P1 million to charity and the biggest lotto jackpot - P340 bibingka and lubi-lubi making and cutting of christmas cards, ness of awarding free Hawaiian deposit the money in the bank,” million - last February, which and tasting demonstrations, paper jeepneys, or mini-parols; Airlines round-trip tickets to the Cedro said. was shared by two lucky win- kadang-kadang and pabitin The diversity of Filipiniana eth- Philippines. Aside from the lone jackpot ners from Pasig City and games, “Mano Po, Lolo at nic attires added to the festive Photos: www.filcom.org winner, 78 other players picked Caloocan City. (www.philstar.com) 12 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE JANUARY 9, 2009 FAMILY CORNER

paper and tell you about each Read in the New Year! picture. Write his words on Don’t worry if your child likes Talk with your child and each page. Encourage him to to read the same books all the ask questions about the stories “read” his book to you; the time. He learns by seeing and you read, for example: “How story may change each time, hearing things over and over. do you think ___ (the charac- but that’s okay. Reading to your toddlers helps ter) feels?” or, at the end of the You can encourage your him learn to interact with others story: “What was your favorite child’s love of reading by read- By Grace Fong, Ed.D. and Sylvia Yuen, Ph.D. and increases his observation, part?” Make stories “come ing yourself. As your child listening and understanding alive” for your child as you watches you read books and s you “ring in the member that their attention skills, and attention span. It also read by changing the tone of magazines, he sees that you new year,” con- spans differ greatly; young ba- helps him begin to recognize your voice to match the mood value learning and that reading sider making or bies can pay attention for only a math concepts like numbers, of the story. For example, you is enjoyable. Your child will reaffirming a reso- few seconds! Read books with sizes, shapes, and sequences. can use a loud voice when want to imitate these behaviors. lution to “read in bright, colorful pictures and talk Preschool-aged children are there is a lot of action or a quiet Make reading time fun and en- A the new year”—to about and point to each picture. still developing many reading- voice when something sad or joyable! The time spent reading read every day Hold your infant while you related skills. You can help scary is happening. Keep together builds strong emo- with your children and read show him the pictures and talk your child develop these skills books where he can reach them tional bonds between the reader more yourself. Reading is one about them. For example, “This by encouraging him talk about to look at when he wants to. In- and the child. Helping your of the most valuable skills chil- dolphin is big. This myna bird the pictures or help you tell the volve your preschool-aged or child to become a reader is a dren can learn. Reading helps is small.” As your child gets story as you read a variety of older child in creating books of gift that both you and your child to develop curiosity, imagina- older, encourage him to partici- books including stories, his own. Let him draw (or cut will benefit from for years to tion, and thinking skills, while pate. Let your baby touch the rhymes, poetry, and nonfiction. and paste) pictures on sheets of come. providing opportunities for chil- books and point to the pictures. dren to develop stronger lan- Ask questions like “What does MAKING YOUR OWN SPECIAL BOOKS guage skills and vocabulary. the dog say?” Then follow up TO FURTHER INCREASE YOUR CHILD’S INTEREST Most importantly, reading aloud with a simple answer: “The dog in reading as well as encouraging his imagination and creativ- with children is one of the most says ‘Bow wow.’” ity, make your own special books with him. Cut out pictures effective ways parents can help When reading to a toddler, from old magazines of common objects your child likes and them develop early reading name an object in a picture and glue onto cardboard or sheets of paper. You could also use skills, a lifelong love of reading, ask your child to point to it: “I photos of an outing such as a trip to the beach or Grandma’s and a close bond with you. see the blue ocean. Where is the house, photos of your child and other family members, or even Start reading to your child blue ocean?” Point to each pic- old greeting cards. If you prefer, draw simple pictures of from the time he is born! ture and ask your child who or things you think your child will like. Don’t worry about how When you cuddle and read what it is. “Is this a banana?” well you draw. Your books can also have different themes aloud to your baby, it helps him Describe the objects or make up such as animals, flowers, or things with wheels. Staple or learn to trust you and feel se- simple stories about them. Be- punch holes on one side of the pages and tie them together to make a book. Print the names of each picture and look at cure. This bond is an important fore you turn the page, ask him the book together. foundation that allows him to what he thinks is on the next You can also make a peek-a-boo book. Cut some big pic- learn and grow. Reading to page. Although he may not be tures from old magazines – the bigger the pic- your baby will help him con- able to answer yet, questions ture, the better. Get a composition notebook and S A F E T Y A L E R T ! nect words and sounds he hears will encourage him to think cut a page into several horizontal strips. First, with what he experiences, and about what might happen next ask your child not to peek and then put a picture Scissors and glue should be used by learn through his senses—see- in the story. When he is able to, behind the strips. Turn over one strip at a time to adults and kept out of reach of young chil- dren. Infants and toddlers are too young ing, hearing, smelling, tasting, let him turn the pages. This will reveal a part of the picture. Ask him to guess what the picture is before you lift up the last strip. to know how to use these materials safely. and touching as he begins to ex- help your toddler to use and When your child gets older (three to four amine characteristics of the strengthen small muscles in his Making these types of books are not only fun but will also help your child start to recognize that ob- years old), let him practice cutting with world around him. hands and fingers and to de- jects exist even though they cannot be seen. blunt, child-sized scissors. When reading to babies, re- velop eye-hand coordination.

PHILIPPINE NEWS Surge in OFW Inflows a Sure Sign of Investor Confidence, says GMA By Paolo Romero / to about $8 billion sent home of their families, they’re Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010 by eight million OFWs. sending home money in in- ANILA, Philip- She said the current trend vestment.” pines - President appears to be that OFWs are She noted that from M Arroyo said yester- not just sending money to sup- Canada alone, the remittances day the continuing increase in port families back home but from OFWs increased 26 per- record remittances from over- also to engage in businesses or cent last year “because the seas Filipino workers (OFWs) invest in some ventures. Philippines is a safer haven is an indication that the “The numbers haven’t re- for investment.” Philippines is a good place to ally changed much because in The Bangko Sentral ng invest. the deployment, there are re- Pilipinas has predicted that In her remarks at the turns,” Mrs. Arroyo said. “But remittances would grow at launching of the “saba” ba- although the numbers have not least six percent this year. nana farming and virtual changed much, the amount has Economists have attrib- poultry program in Davao doubled to $17 billion today, uted the growth in the local City, Mrs. Arroyo said when and one of the reasons for that real estate and construction her administration started in is that they are not spending industry to such remittances. 2001, remittances amounted own money for the subsistence (www.philstar.com) JANUARY 9, 2010 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 13 LEGAL NOTES New Immigration Bill Favorable to captured and all future unused Other provisions favor since these veterans are aging Filipinos visa numbers will be rolled stepchildren and children of fi- and time is of the essence Filipinos have the longest over to the next fiscal year. ancés of U.S. citizens. when it comes to their dream wait time for family-based visa These recaptured visas would The fiancé’s child will be of family reunification. numbers. The January 2010 add hundreds of thousands to protected from aging out of el- Finally, nurses and physi- By Reuben S. Seguritan Visa Bulletin shows their wait- the visa pool and as a result, igibility to adjust to condi- cal therapists will be able to ilipinos will be ing time as follows: some preference categories tional resident states as his immigrate immediately as the among those who (1) Unmarried sons and will probably become current eligibility for immigration ben- bill will exempt them from the will specifically daughters of citizens – 16 while the others will have a efits will be based on his age at numerical limitations. Most benefit from the years. considerable reduction in their the time the U.S. citizen files a nurses and physical therapists comprehensive (2) Spouses and children of visa number wait. petition for the fiancé or are recruited from the Philip- F immigration re- permanent residents – 4 In addition, spouses and spouse. pines to ease the shortage of form bill that was years; unmarried sons and children of lawful permanent The bill will also ensure health professionals. But be- introduced in the House last daughters of permanent residents who are now classi- that immediate relatives of the cause they are classified under December 15. residents – 11 years fied under the second prefer- deceased petitioner will be al- the employment-based third The bill will reduce the ex- (3) Married sons and daugh- ence will be upgraded to the lowed to pursue there immi- (3rd) preference category, they isting visa backlogs in the fam- ters (21 years or over) of immediate relative classifica- gration petition even after the have to wait for up to seven (7) ily and employment-based visa citizens – 18 years tion, thus exempting them from petitioner’s death. years for their visa numbers. categories and will exempt (4) Brothers and sisters of cit- the annual cap. The bill also recognizes nurses and physical therapists izens – 22 years. The percentage limit of the contribution of Filipino REUBEN S. SEGURITAN has been and the sons and daughters of visas issued for each country World War II veterans by ex- practicing law for over 30 years. For further information, you may call him Filipino World War II veterans Under the bill, unused will be increased from the cur- empting their sons and daugh- at (212) 695 5281 or log on to his web- from the annual numerical lim- family and employment visas rent seven (7%) percent of the ters from the annual visa cap. site at www.seguritan.com itations. from 1992 to 2008 will be re- worldwide total. This is of vital importance PHILIPPINE NEWS well for the search for justice for among the 30 journalists slain, Ampatuan Jr. Pleads Not Guilty to Slays the victims. said other relatives of the victims By Cecille Suerte Felipe / "It certainly has been a good became furious over the not- fer the charges were read to him After the arraignment, Solis- start," presidential economic guilty plea by Ampatuan Jr. Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2010 in English. Reyes directed Assistant Chief spokesperson Gary Olivar said. "Where is his conscience? ANILA, Philippines - More than 30 heavily armed State Prosecutor Richard An- "It's been orderly so far and He is more than an animal. He Datu Unsay Mayor escorts from the National Bu- thony Fadullon to proceed with the judge has appeared to be in should go to hell," Cablitas said. M Andal Ampatuan Jr., reau of Investigation (NBI) took the presentation of witnesses on control of the proceedings which Cablitas, vice chairman of the primary suspect in the mas- Ampatuan to the Police Non- the motion for bail filed by the is the way it should be in pro- the newly formed "The Heirs of sacre of 57 people in Maguin- Commission Office (PNCO) in defense. ceedings like this," he said. the 11/23 Maguindanao Heroes," danao last year, pleaded not Camp Crame. Fadullon presented Ricardo Relatives of the victims said said the relatives of the victims guilty yesterday to multiple The PNCO had been con- Diaz, chief of the NBI's Anti- they hoped for a swift trial, but are now apprehensive over the counts of murder. verted into a special court as or- Terrorism Division as the first were also prepared for a drawn status of the case. Ampatuan Jr., represented dered by the Supreme Court for witness against the petition for out legal battle. "We do hope that swift jus- by lawyer Sigfrid Fortun as de- security reasons. bail of Ampatuan Jr. "I believe we will get a tice will be served for the victims fense counsel, entered the plea The court barred live news Fortun then questioned the speedy trial," said Myrna Reb- and for us. We are so worried of not guilty during the trial coverage of the hearing as anti- relevance of Diaz's testimony lando, whose husband Alejandro that this could lead to a white- presided by Quezon City re- riot police and fire trucks stood to the case but Chief State was among the journalists slain. wash, considering the power and gional trial court Branch 221 by at the Camp Crame's three Prosecutor Jovencito Zuño, Police Officer 1 Elivar Ca- influence of the Ampatuans," Judge Jocelyn Solis-Reyes at the main gates. who was interviewed after the blitas, whose wife Maritess was Cablitas said. (www.philstar.com) Philippine National Police Ampatuan Jr. was accused hearing, maintained Diaz's (PNP) headquarters at Camp of leading 100 of his men in statement is relevant consider- Crame. stopping a convoy carrying sup- ing that he led NBI agents in “Not guilty,” Fortun told the porters of a political rival and gathering statements of wit- court when asked to enter a plea journalists in Maguindanao on nesses in the crime. as Ampatuan Jr., dressed in a Nov. 23. Fadullon informed the court pink and white striped polo shirt, The victims were systemat- that the prosecution intended to stood beside him. ically murdered and buried in present a total of 12 witnesses to “The accused was arraigned shallow pits or dumped in grass- support their opposition against and entered a plea of not guilty lands near a remote highway in the petition for bail. for 41 counts of murder,” Solis- Ampatuan town. Fortun tried to block Fadul- Reyes later announced before a Those killed in the worst po- lon's presentation of witnesses to jampacked court. litical murders included preg- support the accused's petition for Solis-Reyes adjourned the nant women and about 30 bail by asking a conduct of pre- hearing until Jan. 13 after the journalists. liminary conference. prosecution asked to present Ampatuan Jr. pleaded not Solis-Reyes, however, ruled over a dozen witnesses to block guilty to 41 counts of murder that the prosecution could pres- Ampatuan’s application for bail. yesterday, but is expected to be ent their witnesses. Before the arraignment, charged with 57 counts when the She asked Fadullon to limit Fortun asked the court for an in- death certificates of the other the number of witnesses to be terpreter, saying his client victims are finally processed by presented against the petition for wanted the charges to be read in the police and the NBI. bail to expedite the trial. the Maguindanao dialect. The murder complaints in- Solis-Reyes told Fortun to volving 16 other massacre vic- 'A good start' confer with Ampatuan Jr., who tims are still pending before the Malacañang said the smooth later gestured that he would pre- Department of Justice (DOJ). start of the trial yesterday augurs 14 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE JANUARY 9, 2009 PHILIPPINE LANGUAGE Ernesto Pasion: Filipino Auditor iti Kauai council, saan ket iti opisina ti Nasalun-at ken naimula idi1973; Vernon Hills, Illinois mayor, wenno sanga ehekutibo. kenkuana ti pateg ti adal County of Kaua'i Salary Com- Daytoy nga opisina ti kadagiti naglasatanna ken mission, May 1995 aging- DADDUMA A NAGPAAYANNA ITI mangkita ti pannakaipakat ken nagun-odanna iti tay-ak ti gana December 1996; SIBIKO KEN TRABAHO pannakaipagna iti nasayud a edukasion, pannarawidwid, Society of Human Managers - Sept. ’79 to Sept. ’86 pannakausar dagiti nailatang a ken panagnegosio wenno/ken Kaua'i – Member 1995; – Director of Finance, Paslode ILOKO pondo ti ili, agraman payen dag- panangipataray iti negosio. Job service Employers Coun- & Truswal Corp. By Amado I. Yoro iti programa ken operasion ti Kas kadagitoy: cil, Kaua'i - treasurer, 1994 Nov. ’75 to Sept.79 ania a departamento ken ahen- Education: – Divisional Controller, Paslode aanen a maudi ni sia ti turay iti Kauai. M.B.A [General Management] Local Activities Corporation Filipino no iti lider- Sakbay daytoy a puesto, ak- Roosevelt University and Membership June ’74 to Nov. ’75 ato ken pagsaadan tibo ni Ernie iti gobierno ken 1969-1973, Chicago, Illi- Kaua'i Filipino Centennial – Accounting Supervisor, ti gobierno iti politika iti Kauai. nois; Committee, Audtior, 2006; Paslode Corporation pagsasaritaan. Nagpaay a katulongan a General Studies, Northwestern Holy Cross – Sacred Heart Fil- May ’72 to June ’74 S Pinaneknekanen County Clerk a mangasikaso iti University, 1970-1971, ipino Catholic Club, Kala- – Cost Accounting Supervisor, dagiti napalabas pannakaipataray yi eleksion iti Chicago, Illinois; heo, HI, President, Signode Corp. nga eleksion ti kalibre ken Kauai. Sakupen ti trabahona ti BS Commerce, St. William's 2000-2004; Dec. ’68 to May ’72 kabaelan ni Filipino. Uray iti ag- mangted ti sebisio kadagiti ka- College, 1959-1963. Army Holy Cross Parish Lector, Fi- – Jr. & Sr. Cost Accountant, dama, adda dagiti kadaraan iti meng ti Konseho ti Kauai ROTC, St. William's Col- nance Committee, mem- Paslode Corp. saad iti gobierno ken politika. County a pakairamanan iti re- lege, 1959-1963 ber, 1999; Oct. ’63 to Apr. ’67 Itay la nabiit, nadutokan ni search and analysis projects. Holy Cross Parish Pastoral – Cost & General Accountant, Ernie Pasion iti daytoy kabaru- INabaknang ken natenneb Awards: Council, Member, 2000- Ysmael Steel, Phil. anan nga opisina iti auditor iti iti padas iti pribada a sektor a U.S. Small Business Adminis- 2004; Kauai. pakairamanan iti Financial tration Minority Cham- Sacred Heart Church, Waimea, Maysa kadagiti pina- Babaen iti email, im- Management, Financial Report- pion – 2008; HI, Lector & Choir Mem- dayawan ti Divine Word Col- pakaammona itoy nagsurat nga ing, Analysis, Budgeting, Plan- Distinguished Service Award - ber 1993 lege of Laoag College Alumni isu ti umuna nga agtugaw iti ning, Business Operations, Finance - Kaua'i Filipino Assn of Hawaii a kas Out- kina-auditor iti Kauai County. Asset Management, Staff De- Chamber of Commerce – Executive Director standing Alumni 2009 iti 1st Toy puesto a kinaauditor ket re- velopment and Supervision, and 2006 – Led a group to establish a International Grand Reunion a sulta ti eleksion 2008 babaen iti Policy & Controls. Napigsa ti quality childcare program naangay idi Mayo 2, 2009 iti amendamiento ti city charterda personalidadna pakairaman iti Professional and on Kaua‘i, which formally Hilton Hawaiian Village Hotel, iti nasursurok pay dua nga enthusiasm, strong work ethic, Business Associations opened on October 4, 1993. Government and Politics cate- apagkatlo ti nagbotos iti WEN having sense of urgency and Kaua'i Filipino Chamber of The Center was sold to gory. [15,921] ket 5,210 iti SAAN. sensitivity to the needs of cus- Commerce – Presidente Kaua‘i Economic Opportu- Nagsapata ni Pasion iti Iti nayon ti impormasionna, tomers, vendors, financial serv- ken kameng 2001; nity (KEO) for their Head opisina ni Fifth Circuit Judge daytoy baro nga opisina ket ices' users and staff. Extensive Institute of Management Ac- Start Program. Kathleen Watanabe idi Setiem- agserbi iti sakup ti lehislatibo, travel in the United States, countants – kameng ma- December 1968 to September bre 16, 2009. Aktibo ni Pasion nalablabes pay ngem iti opisina Canada, Europe and Japan pro- nipud idi 1969; 1991: PASLODE CORPO- iti Kauai Filipino Community. ti County Clerk. Kayatna a vides a broad business and cul- Association of AMBA Execu- RATION, a subsidiary of Agindeg iti Kalaheo, sawen iti hurisdiksion ti County tural perspective. tives – kameng manipud Illinois Tool Works (ITW), Kauai agraman ti pamiliana. MAINLAND NEWS Pacquiao, Mayweather Sides Mum After Mediation testing for the bout, which will Hearing be held at the MGM Grand Gar- OS ANGELES (AP) – den in Las Vegas if a compro- Representatives for mise is reached. LManny Pacquiao and Mayweather has demanded Floyd Mayweather Jr. wrapped random blood testing as well. up a lengthy mediation session Pacquiao has balked at unlim- Tuesday night with no word on ited blood testing, instead pro- any progress on the drug-test- posing two blood tests before ing issues endangering the the fight and another immedi- boxers' prospective March 13 ately afterward. bout. Pacquiao also complicated Pacquiao promoter Bob the negotiations by filing a law- Arum and Mayweather's pro- suit last week alleging May- motional team all said they had weather and most of his camp's been told to make no public key players defamed him by comments after their meeting in falsely accusing him of using Santa Monica. The mediation performance-enhancing drugs. finished nearly nine hours after Boxing's two most promi- it began in front of Daniel We- nent promotional companies instein, a retired federal judge. have appeared before Wein- Arum's Top Rank and May- stein in the past, including a weather's representatives at session in 2007 in which they Golden Boy Promotions agreed resolved the promotional rights to the mediation in an effort to to Pacquiao, who had deals resolve their dispute over the with both companies at one methods and frequency of drug point. (www.philstar.com) JANUARY 9, 2010 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 15

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