NOVEMBER 7, 2009 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 1

♦ WEEKLY ♦ NOVEMBER 7, 2009 ♦

OPEN FORUM BUSINESS LIFE LEGAL NOTES GREATEST DEPRESSION? WHY THE IMMIGRATION NOT IF PHILIPPINE FUTURE REFORM BILL TO BE STOP IT! IS EXCITING INTRODUCED SOON

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EDITORIAL FROM THE PUBLISHER loha and welcome to the lat- Publisher & Executive Editor Charlie Y. Sonido, M.D. Filipinos’ Proud History of est issue of the Hawaii Fil- Military Service ipino Chronicle! Can you Publisher & Managing Editor believe that it’s already No- Chona A. Montesines-Sonido inority groups have fought in all of our nation’s A vember? With Halloween be- Associate Editors armed conflicts, beginning with the Revolu- hind us, we are now entering tionary War when some 5,000 African-Americans Dennis Galolo the home stretch. Thanksgiving is in a few Edwin Quinabo served in the Continental Army. During World War M I, some 200,000 Hispanic soldiers joined the U.S. short weeks and then the Christmas Yuletide Creative Designer military along with 400,000 African- Americans— Season—everyone’s favorite time of the year! Junggoi Peralta the majority of whom were assigned to service and Speaking of Thanksgiving, a big mahalo to all of you who Design Consultant supply duties. As for World War II, we all know the exploits of have given generously from your hearts and pocketbooks to Randall Shiroma the typhoon victims in the . Thanks to the hard work Japanese-Americans who served in the 442nd Regiment which was Photographer the nation’s most highly decorated military unit ever. Their ranks in- of a few dedicated volunteers, Hawaii’s Filipinos in just three Tim Llena short weeks have raised over $130,000 and counting for these cluded 21 Medal of Honor recipients. Administrative Assistant Filipinos too can claim a place in the annals of U.S. military victims! If you want to donate but have questions, please read Shalimar Pagulayan history. During World War II, then U.S. President Roosevelt con- page 5 for more information as well as for the latest update on the relief efforts. Columnists scripted members of the Philippine Army into the U.S. military to Carlota Ader fight . By the end of the war, over 400,000 Filipinos had Our cover story for this issue is entitled “Uncommon Valor: Carlo Cadiz, M.D. fought under Gen. Douglas MacArthur, including 60,000 alone The Legacy of Filipinos in America’s Military.” Written by Danny Sen. Will Espero in the death march. These veterans have only recently re- de Gracia, II, the article takes an in-depth look at the contributions Grace F. Fong, Ed.D Mayor Mufi Hannemann ceived long overdue recognition and benefits for their military Filipinos have made while serving in the U.S. military. We hope Governor Linda Lingle service. Thankfully, a terrible wrong has been made right and the you will enjoy reading Danny’s article and feel a sense of pride in Ruth Elynia Mabanglo, Ph.D. nation’s historical record set straight. the sacrifices Filipino servicemen and women—both past and J.P. Orias In today’s military, Filipinos continue to play an integral role. Pacita Saludes present—have made in defending this great country. His article is Reuben S. Seguritan, Esq. A handful has climbed up the ranks to hold top leadership posi- quite timely, especially with Veteran’s Day on November 11th. Charlie Sonido, M.D. tions. No less important are the many who serve as field grade of- Originally intended to honor veterans of World War I, Veteran’s Emmanuel S. Tipon, Esq. ficers and senior non-commissioned officers to the best of their Felino S. Tubera Day is now set aside to thank all military personnel for serving abilities. Some of them have even made the ultimate sacrifice for Sylvia Yuen, Ph.D. our country in times of war and peace. their country. Also in this issue, Danny has also written an “Open So after two centuries of national history, Filipinos can stand Contributing Writers proudly alongside other minority groups as full and equal partners Forum” article on the problems a devalued U.S. dollar would Belinda Aquino, Ph.D. mean to Filipinos. He states that the fall of the dollar is exactly Clement Bautista in defending this great nation. On Veteran’s Day, let’s remember Teresita Bernales, Ph.D our Filipino veterans, past and present and let their memories inspire what the United Nations and the International Monetary Fund Linda Dela Cruz us. As a minority group, identifying with our nation’s history will want, since both organizations have envisioned the creation of Fiedes Doctor foster greater assimilation and participation in common goals that a central world bank and a new universal reserve currency. He Gregory Bren Garcia Danny De Gracia, II, MA promote good citizenship and civic involvement. urges Filipinos everywhere to demand an audit of the Federal Amelia Jacang, M.D. Reserve, which has never been audited in its entire history, and Caroline Julian to take back monetary power from the Fed. Please read more Rosemarie Mendoza Paul Melvin Palalay, M.D. Balancing the State’s on page 3 and see whether or not you agree with his statements. Glenn Wakai In closing, we hope that you will enjoy reading the many Budget Deficit Philippine Correspondent timely and informative articles and columns in this issue, par- Guil Franco ublic school educators, students and families are ticularly “Immigration Guide” on page 7, updates on Hon- Big Island Distributor continuing to cope with weekly furloughs that are olulu’s fixed rail project and the Filipino Chamber of Elmer Acasio expected to save about $380 million over a two-year Commerce trade mission to the Philippines on page 10, “Fam- Ditas Udani period. That’s the good financial news. The bad ily Corner” on page 12 and “Legal Notes” on page 13. Maui Distributor news is that there’s still a deficit of some $620 mil- P Until next time…aloha and mabuhay! Cecile Piros lion to contend with. The deficit could worsen if Molokai Distributor state revenue collections continue to fall. In fact, the Maria Watanabe Lingle administration projects a budget shortfall of nearly $1 bil- Advertising/Marketing Director lion through June 2011. Chona A. Montesines-Sonido Hawaii’s economy and monstrous state deficit will again take center stage when the Legislature convenes in January 2010. So Account Executives Carlota Ader far, the burden of balancing the state budget has fallen on the J.P. Orias backs of educators, labor unions and yes, even our children. This next go-around, more people will have to bite the bullet if we are to survive this fiscal crisis. The Hawaii Filipino Chronicle is published weekly by The Hawaii Filipino Chronicle Inc. The fairest and most equitable solution is a combination of It is mailed directly to subscribers and dis- modest tax increases, more cuts to public services and programs, tributed at various outlets around Oahu and the neighbor islands. Editorial and advertis- using federal stimulus and other special funds and even short-term ing deadlines are three weeks prior to pub- solutions like dipping into the Hurricane Relief Fund or rainy day lication date. Subscriptions are available at $75 per year for Oahu and the neighbor is- fund. Gov. Lingle has staunchly opposed any increase in the gen- lands, continental U.S. $80, foreign country eral excise tax and with 2010 being an election year, passing any $90. Copyright 2006. The Hawaii Filipino Chronicle Inc. is located at 94-356 Waipahu tax increase will be difficult. Still, she and other legislative lead- Depot, Waipahu, HI 96797. Telephone ers should keep an open mind. Expect also a strong push by ad- (808) 678-8930 Facsimile (808) 678-1829. vocates for legalized gambling or the creation of a state lottery E-mail [email protected]. Web- site: www.thefilipinochronicle.com. Opinions system. expressed by the columnists and contribu- The bottom line is that it will take courageous leadership to tors do not necessarily reflect those of the Hawaii Filipino Chronicle management. Re- cut the fat from the state’s bloated government bureaucracy, much production of the contents in whole or in part less solve the state’s budget crisis, but it is exactly what our is prohibited without written permission from the management. All rights reserved. elected leaders are paid to do. Let’s hope that in crunch time, they Printed in the U.S.A. will have the political will and courage to do so. NOVEMBER 7, 2009 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 3 OPEN FORUM Greatest Depression? Not If Filipinos Stop It! By Danny de Gracia, II Hawaii Filipinos to direct their banks and the U.S. Govern- view. This is a travesty and it he economic cri- attention to the U.S. Federal ment, and at present, the Fed- is the greatest threat to our sis has brought Reserve. Over the last thirteen eral Reserve Act of 1913 has freedom that we face. into the public years, the Fed doubled cash created a regime where even Filipino freedom is tied to vernacular a host currency and reserves. On the the Central Intelligence finances. Without control of T of new terms and other hand, immediately after Agency has more transparency our finances, we have no free- clichés: central the collapse of Lehman Broth- on what it does with taxpayer dom, no matter who is in of- liquidity swaps, ers, in the span of just 112 money than what the Fed does fice, no matter what party bailouts, recovery plan, spend days, the Fed doubled the re- with the dollar. In truth, the rules, no matter what race pop- out of debt, stimulus package, serves yet again, accelerating Fed serves to provide 100% ulates the positions of leader- too big to fail, and more. Read- the rate of bank reserve expan- profit for the investments of its ship. Until we audit the Fed ing most local newspapers and sion by a factor of 45 to 1. The incorporated private banks and and take back monetary power attending various Hawaii con- dollar, in short, is rapidly being no loss whatsoever, because from the Fed, we will be on a ferences on the economy, one devalued by the Fed’s mone- any losses are simply absorbed collision course for a future would be led to believe that tary policy. of the new currency. Forget the by you and me, the taxpayers – where the division between somehow, our economy will go A devalued dollar means Great Depression; when the as proven by the bailouts have and have nots is extreme back to normal and unemploy- terrible problems for Filipinos. dollar falls, we will be in the which followed the derivatives and our hard work is rewarded ment will fall. In February Not only does this destroy our Greatest Depression. This is crisis. Not once in its entire with tyranny and tears. Jose 2009, the White House pro- purchasing and investing completely unacceptable. history has the Fed ever been Rizal said, “There can be no jected that 15,000 new jobs power, but the fall of the dollar Many Filipinos came to audited, nor have its actions tyranny where there are no would be created in Hawaii is being anxiously sought by America because they sought ever been brought to public re- slaves.” Filipinos, arise! and some 3.4 million jobs the United Nations and the In- the freedom that earning wages would be created for the ternational Monetary Fund as a in dollars would bring. But United States as a result of the pretext for creating a central now, the Fed’s policies are lauded stimulus package which world bank and a new univer- bringing to no effect what we spent billions on big govern- sal reserve currency based on have come here for. We must ment projects across the na- IMF SDRs, or Special Drawing not allow this to happen. I en- tion. Much to our surprise, Rights. When the new reserve courage Filipinos to demand an Hawaii has lost an estimated currency and central world audit of the Federal Reserve 17,000 jobs this year alone, bank is created, someone who that we may hit the brakes on and some 2.7 million jobs have has $100,000 dollars in the the total annihilation of our been lost across the United bank could be no better off economy. There is nothing States. The stimulus package is than someone who has $10 in “Federal” about the Federal not working. But why? the bank as the nations of the Reserve – it is a public-private I would encourage fellow world dump the dollar in favor partnership between private 4 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE NOVEMBER 7, 2009 COVER STORY Uncommon Valor: The Legacy of Filipinos in AmericaÊs Military By Danny de Gracia, II lmer Davis, a renowned journalist and America’s Office of War Information Director during the Second World War said “This nation will remain the land of the free, so long as it is the home E of the brave.”

For slightly more than a banner of freedom. ices as well as the Philippine century, Filipinos have served Scouts and Commonwealth in the U.S. military and fought Early Beginnings and Postwar Army. or participated in every major Inequity While the previous regime conflict since the First World As early as the First World of laws permitted foreigners War. Today, Americans of Fil- War, Filipinos recruited into the serving a minimum of three ferred the same “rights, privi- Filipino in the ranks of the U.S. ipino descent form an integral U.S. military served both in the years on active duty to receive leges, or benefits upon any per- military grew even greater in the part of the national defense of insular force of the Philippine Is- identical benefits to American- son by reason of the service of decades that followed. On July the U.S. at home and the pro- lands and in various assignments born servicemen, passage of the such person or the service of 26, 1948, President Truman is- tection of its interests abroad. around the world, first as stew- Rescission Act of 1946 by the any other person in the Armed sued Executive Order 9981 Service in the armed forces ards, later expanding to include 79th U.S. Congress later re- Forces” (Title 38 USC, Section which desegregated the U.S. is an opportunity for many Fil- combat roles during the Second voked recognition specifically 107). military. Like other persons of ipinos to rise from out of their World War. Perhaps the greatest of Commonwealth and anti-oc- Since 1993, legislation has color, Filipinos would no longer humble beginnings. It has also number of Filipinos serving in cupation guerrilla forces as been introduced to grant the be restricted to serving only in paved the way for future gen- the U.S. military at any given being deemed active members Philippine forces under U.S. ancillary capacities but could erations of all ethnic back- time was during WWII, with an of the U.S. military, thus pre- command equal status with cit- now pursue a wide field of roles grounds to live under the estimated 200,000 in the serv- cluding them from being con- izen U.S. veterans and foreign- and more importantly, advance ers in U.S. military service to positions of leadership. under the provisions of the Na- In 2000, Eleanor Mariano tionality Act of 1940, but as yet became the first Filipina to at- equality legislation has not tain the rank of Rear Admiral in been ratified, aside from a rider the U.S. Navy. Edward Soriano, clause inserted into the 2009 the son of a in the stimulus bill which appropri- Philippine Scouts, would be ated a one-time payout of promoted to the rank of Lieu- $9,000 to Filipino non-U.S. cit- tenant General, placing him as izen veterans and $15,000 to the first and only person of Fil- citizen veterans. ipino descent to attain the sec- ond highest rank in the U.S. From the Cold War to the military. Global War On Terrorism While the numbers of Fil- While many assume that ipino-American admirals and the story of Filipinos in Ameri- generals are few, there are many can service ended with the con- others who have attained dis- clusion of WWII, the rise of the tinction as field grade officers NOVEMBER 7, 2009 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 5 COVER STORY

tremendous have) commanded Filipino- amount of sacri- American troops in the Army.” fice and courage With many Hawaii Fil- that has to be ipinos deployed abroad, Djou shed. It makes also recognized the impact on me feel gifted in their families left behind. a way because “The public often does not my sacrifice and see or understand that mobi- courage come lization to a war zone is often naturally.” almost as difficult for the fam- Losa, 20, ily members who stay home as represents the it is for [those] who deploy. All future of Fil- too often we take our freedoms ipino-American for granted in America, but we Lance Corporal Jess Losa service. For are still able to enjoy our liberty and senior non-commissioned Hawaii Filipinos who are in because of a soldier, sailor, air- likewise not forget our current role in America’s military as the officers in the enlisted corps of their junior or senior year of man, or marine,” he says. struggles for freedom, both at fight against terrorism contin- all services, and their gallantry in high school and are considering State Representative and home and abroad. That’s why I ues, but perhaps the greatest combat has been every bit as dis- joining the military, Losa en- House Minority Leader Lynn salute them. We need to look battle is not the war abroad, but tinguished as any. In 2005, U.S. couraged them to rise to their Finnegan is the granddaughter back and honor the men who the struggle at home to preserve Army Sgt. Myla Maravillosa, a passions and not to shrink from of a Philippine guerilla who picked up a rifle or machete America as a land of opportu- local Filipina from Wahiawa, service. was killed in Cagayan and without any compulsion and de- nity, liberty and equality for all. Hawaii was killed when her con- “Be decisive,” Losa says. grandniece of a Common- cided to fight tyranny and op- The poet Henry Wadsworth voy was ambushed in a rocket “This means there has to be pas- wealth soldier who survived pression,” he says. Longfellow wrote, “Humanity attack. She was posthumously sion on your behalf. When I de- the Bataan Death March during When asked what he with all its fears, with all the awarded the Purple Heart, Meri- cided to join the Marines, not WWII. Finnegan’s military thought about whether or not hopes of future years, is hang- torious Service Medal and once did I hesitate to sign my heritage also includes the dis- young people in high school ing breathless on thy fate.” The Bronze Star. contract, because it felt just tinction of a father and all of should consider military serv- world’s hopes rest with Amer- Last week, Lance Corporal right.” her brothers having served in ice, Rep. Magaoay said that so- ica’s future, but America’s fu- Jess Losa, a California-born Fil- Honolulu City Councilman America’s military. cietal and technological ture, fellow Filipinos, rest with ipino-American stationed at Ka- Charles Djou, who represents “I have tremendous respect changes made convincing us. Let us who remain on the neohe MCBH, returned with his the 4th Council District and is for anyone considering U.S. young people to pursue the life home front commit, therefore, fellow Marines from deploy- also a Captain in the U.S. Army military service,” Finnegan of a soldier more challenging, to making and keeping these ment to Iraq and spoke proudly Reserve, had warm comments says. “The service and sacrifice but that young people should United States of America a na- of his service to America. for servicemen and women like is huge.” look back to the example of tion worth defending. “What I like most about Jess Losa. Vice Speaker of the State America’s veterans who chose being a marine is simply just “Hawaii’s Filipino commu- House Michael Magaoay be- sacrifice over self. Editor's note: DANNY DE GRACIA is that, being a marine,” says nity has a rich and proud tradi- lieves that the legacy of Filipino “Don’t just join for bene- the son of retired U.S. Air Force Losa, who joined the military tion of military duty and veterans is one that must not be fits, fight for freedom and find a Daniel P. de Gracia, Sr. Over for the challenges, benefits and honorable service to our na- forgotten but duplicated by fu- purpose to serve the community the last century, a person from every generation of his family to date has adventure. “Not a lot of people tion,” Djou says. “It has been ture generations. and the nation.” Magaoay says. served on military duty since the earli- can hold the distinction of being my honor to have been both “It’s about time that we Persons of Filipino descent est days of Filipino enlistment in Amer- called a marine because of the under the command of and (to honor the Filipino veterans but will continue to play a major ica’s armed services. HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS Philippine Typhoon Relief Fund Drive Raises $130,000 n three short weeks, the The estimated amount is with a trade mission spon- Philippine typhoon relief $130,000—including dona- sored by the Filipino Chamber I fund drive netted over tions from neighbor island or- of Commerce. The third and $130,000, according to offi- ganizations and a recent final round of donations will cials from the Fil-Com Cen- $5,000 donation from Kyo-Ya be sent as soon as all monies ter. Corporation. The amount does have been collected. The relief effort was or- not include donations from The donations will be ganized by an ad hoc commit- Golden Coin Restaurant and used in relief efforts for vic- tee comprised of members Hawaiian Airlines which are tims in areas devastated by ty- from several major Filipino expected by the first week of phoons Ondoy and Pepeng, community organizations, in November. including the provinces of collaboration with the Fil- Much of the $130,000 has central and northern Luzon. Com Center and the Philip- already been sent to the For more information on how pine Consulate General. Philippines, including the ini- to donate, please call Toy Arre The final push for the tial donation of $40,000. A at 680-0451 or Jun Col- Philippine typhoon relief fund second donation of $60,000 menares at 510-734-4491. drive was held October 25, was recently sent to coincide 2009 at the Fil-Com Center. The event started with an ecu- Fil-Com Center president Toy Sagayadoro until 4 p.m. The menical service celebrated by Arre thanked the community day’s fund drive was high- Fr. Dan MacNichols and the for its support. lighted by a single donation of Rev. Alex Vergara, with the Certificates of apprecia- $10,000 from the Nan Shin assistance of Deacon Ernest tion were then awarded to all Foundation. Libarios and the Philippine participating organizations by A final count of the total Consulate General choir led Jun Colmenares, chair of the amount collected is not yet by Consul General Leoncio ad hoc committee. A live available since Fil-Com Cen- Cardenas Jr. After the service, telethon was aired on radio ter officials are still awaiting Consul General Cardenas and station KNDI by Tony official bank deposit records. 6 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE NOVEMBER 7, 2009 LEGISLATIVE CONNECTION then can be used to generate plants for electricity produc- electricity. Gas digesters have tion were built mainly at pig, The Food Chain long been used in Europe to chicken and cattle farms. between the private and public fruits, and herbs grown on our deal with the land scarcity Other industries, such as sugar sectors. island soil. Why is this impor- issue, by extending landfill life or alcohol production, can use The in-state market for tant? Farmers can only sell in through diverting waste away its waste to generate electricity. farmers needs private sector grocery stores what satisfies from landfills. Gas digesters The distillery in Henan sup- support. Health safety stan- grade requirements. Vegeta- (anaerobic digesters) take plies 20,000 households with By Senator Will Espero dards require that foods be bles and fruits that literally greenwaste and turn it in to biogas. chilled at certain temperatures don’t make the grade - too methane gas and compost for Waianae coast and Wind- awaii’s volca- while transported to prevent long, too short, not the right soil improvement. There are ward residents know all too noes put on a bacterial growth. Young color, etc. -- cannot be sold re- more than 85 of these facilities well about landfills. Extrapo- fantastic show Brothers has chilled cargo tail, and that can add up to a lot throughout Europe and many lating from City & County sta- for nature lovers, service by barge, but having it of waste of perfectly edible others planned. tistics and UH estimates, the H but its lava also by air gets food to interisland food and loss to the farmer. Even China has long used amount of food and landscape creates a rich soil markets faster. Let’s hope that Off-grade produce still gas digestion, and is planning waste could be around 1000 that gives locally one of our in-state airlines con- possess the same delicious fla- on expanding its use. China set tons a day. There are also nine grown food their distinctly de- sider and can feasibly offer this vor as grade food but don’t a target of 18.5% biomass by wastewater treatment plants on licious flavors. Agriculture in service to increase the in-state look as pretty or uniform. On 2010, as a source of renewable Oahu. Instead of spending Hawaii suffers from memories market for our farmers. the mainland, off-grade pro- energy. The biomass includes money to ship our trash over- of plantation days gone by. No Out of state promotion duce get channeled into food food waste, agricultural waste, seas, the City and County longer simply sugar and would help as well. We have a products such as soups, salsas, industry, municipal solid would do well to invest in pineapple, our farmers deserve wealth and wide range of prod- sauces, stews, frozen dinners, waste, sewage sludge, animal anaerobic digestion facilities a fresh start of support. There ucts – teas, coffees, herbs, let- and other yummy products we manure, and the like. Nine that can supply enough power are several reasons why foster- tuce, fruits, vegetables, gladly buy. It would help plants are being planned for to operate the wastewater treat- ing our farms makes good avocadoes, tomatoes, cheeses, farmers with profitability to Beijing using restaurant throw- ment plants and send the ex- sense. The biggest is it helps and many, many more. Our have an avenue for selling their aways, animal waste, and mu- cess electricity into the grid. the economy. The more we year-long summer gives us fa- off-grade produce. The food nicipal waste. Other The long-run benefits are local can produce our own food, the vorable growing conditions. processing plant, moreover, is large-scale biowaste plants are supplies of electricity, ex- less money we need to export We should try to find grocers an employer. The plant would currently under consideration tended landfill life, job cre- outside our cash circle, which and food processing companies provide jobs to residents. in several regions in China. ation, and reduction of helps to keep a positive state both domestic and foreign who There is no denying that our dependence on foreign oil. balance sheet overall. The would be interested in carrying volcanic soil gives our onions, Homegrown / small scale When we use local supplies of meals we eat will be fresher, our agricultural products in lettuce, avocados, fruit, teas, urban household biogas di- stock for electricity generation, more nutritious, and tastier their stores or including them coffee, herbs, and other food gesters have been in use in we can keep part of that ex- when we buy and eat locally as ingredients in their food products the fabulous flavor it southern China for about a ported $7 billion in-state, cir- grown food. Expanding our products. has. Think of the terrific salad hundred years. The first biogas culating through our local farmer’s marketplace locally A food processing plant or dressings, salsas, and so on company opened in Shanghai businesses and keeping our and elsewhere means more two would help, too. Sam that Hawaii could sell. Being in 1932. About 10% of the economy healthy. Locally gen- jobs will be created, and diver- Choy may be a famous local able to expand Hawaii’s food rural population, by 2005, was erated electricity reduces sify and strengthen our eco- chef, but the salad dressings product line can help producing biogas for their losses through transmission nomic base. that bear his name are strengthen our economy by of- cooking and lighting needs, lines, for greater efficiency of Fostering this industry processed in California for lack fering a more diverse range of giving these areas a degree of distributing power. Wisconsin means making sure that we ex- of a food processing plant in products and keep people em- independence from central en- and other states have gas di- pend the energy to promote it, Hawaii. The Executive Branch ployed. ergy supply systems. Using gester facilities. The City of and make sure the requisite in- should try to recruit food pro- Then there’s the waste biowaste to generate electricity Los Angeles is constructing a frastructure and industrial side cessing businesses to invest issue for those parts of food also resolves water and soil facility following a successful, supply chain are in place. It here, to produce food products products that can’t be eaten, pollution problems for that small-scale pilot project that will take a coordinated effort using the flavorful vegetables, what’s called biomass. Instead area. These advantages give used food waste from airport of stuffing it into landfills, the motivation for further develop- concessionaires. throwaways can be diverted ment under China’s national The food chain – more and processed by anaerobic di- plan. Since 2001, 4,000 mid- than just a biology lesson and gesters to produce biogas that dle- and large-scale biogas better for the economy. HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS RP General Visits Philippine

tions in the Asia-Pacific region Consulate to discuss security challenges, en. Victor S. Ibrado, improve mutual relationships Chief of Staff of the and foster security cooperation. GArmed Forces of the The conference theme is “Com- Philippines, recently visited mon Defense Challenges in the the Philippine Consulate. He Asia-Pacific Region.” was in town for the 12th Chiefs Nations attending this of Defense Conference, which year’s conference included: was held October 26-29, 2009. Australia, Bangladesh, Brunei, A member of the Philip- Cambodia, Canada, , In- pine Military Academy Class CSAFP Gen.Victor Ibrado donesia, Japan, Laos, of 1976, Ibrado replaced Gen. This year’s conference was Malaysia, Maldives, Mongolia, Alexander Yano who retired on hosted by Adm. Robert Willard, Nepal, New Zealand, Pakistan, June 13, 2009. He was among commander of U.S. Pacific Papua New Guinea, Philip- several dozen senior military Command. The purpose of the pines, Singapore, Republic of officers from 22 nations who annual conference is to bring to- Korea, , Tonga, Viet- gathered for the conference. gether military leaders from na- nam, and the U.S. NOVEMBER 7, 2009 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 7

IMMIGRATION GUIDE No More Widow Penalty If You Pray (A) In General.-- The relative; (2) within 2 years after to the Messiah amendment made by paragraph the enactment of the statute; (3) (1) shall apply to all applica- prove that she/he meets the qual- sands. One of the cases we of the United States, except that, tions and petitions relating to ifications specified in the statute talked about involved a Filipina. in the case of parents, such citi- immediate relative status under (USC spouse died before enact- By Atty. Emmanuel (See Philippine News 05/03/09) zens shall be at least 21 years of section 201(b)(2)(A)(i) of the ment of statute, married for less age. In the case of an alien who Immigration and Nationality Samonte Tipon The various circuits of the than 2 years, unremarried). U.S. Court of Appeals do not was the spouse of a citizen of the Act (8 U.S.C. § 1151 What should she/he must housands have agree on the answer. Two cir- United States for at least 2 years (b)(2)(A)(i)) pending on or not do? Do not remarry. heard of the mar- cuits (6th and 9th) say "Yes," at the time of the citizen’s death after the date of the enactment riage penalty while one circuit (3rd) says and was not legally separated of this Act." Recommendation (where you pay "No". Fortunately, most Fil- from the citizen at the time of the (B) Transition Cases.-- and caution T more taxes if you ipinos live within the 9th Cir- citizen’s death, the alien (and (i) In General.-- Qualifying surviving are married and cuit (California, Nevada, each child of the alien) shall be Notwithstanding any other pro- spouses should consult an excel- file a joint re- Arizona, Oregon, , considered, for purposes of this vision of law, an alien de- lent immigration lawyer to guide turn). But only a few hundred Idaho, Montana, Hawaii, subsection, to remain an imme- scribed in clause (ii) who seeks them in obtaining the benefits have heard of the "widow Alaska, ) diate relative after the date of the immediate relative status pur- without being overcharged (not penalty" (where an alien spouse The circuits who said "yes" citizen’s death but only if the suant to the amendment made more than $3,000). The trickiest of a U.S. citizen is denied im- strained to get that answer. The spouse files a petition under sec- by paragraph (1) shall file a pe- part will be to establish that their mediate relative status if the circuit that said "no" simply tion 204(a)(1)(A)(ii) within 2 tition under section marriage was in good faith. USC dies within two years after used straight statutory construc- years after such date and only 204(a)(1)(A)(ii) of the Immi- Scores of supporting documents the marriage). tion. Dura lex est lex (The law until the date the spouse remar- gration and Nationality Act (8 and affidavits will be needed. A Friday when I Googled is hard but that is the law) ries. . . ." U.S.C. § 1154 (a)(1)(A)(ii)) not personal interview is likely. Im- "widow penalty" the first link Like many unsettled immi- later than the date that is 2 years migration authorities have been was "widow penalty Obama". gration issues, the answer de- New bill eliminates two year after the date of the enactment fighting the widows for years. Strange, because for all his pends on geography. qualifying period of this Act. The attitude of many immigra- faults, he is not responsible for None of the few articles (ii) Aliens Described.-- An tion adjudicators is: if in doubt, the "widow penalty". But since The current law on eliminating the widow alien is described in this clause DENY. he is believed by many to be the INA § 204(a)(1)(A)(i) [8 penalty cited the specific provi- if -- Messiah, if you pray to him, he U.S.C. § 1154 (a)(1)(A)(i)] pro- sion of the bill passed by Con- (I) the alien's United States could eliminate the "widow vides: “Any citizen of the gress on October 20, 2009. It is citizen spouse died before the (ATTY. TIPON has won all deporta- penalty" with a stroke of the pen. United States claiming that an buried in the 164 pages plus of date of the enactment of this tion cases he handled and obtained alien is entitled to classification the "Department of Homeland Act. approval of all visa petitions he filed. He is from Laoag City. He has a Mas- Is U.S. citizen’s widow still a by reason of a relationship de- Security Appropriations Act, (II) the alien and the citizen ter of Laws degree from Yale Law spouse for immigration pur- scribed in paragraph (1), (3), or 2010". Few will even think of spouse were married for less School and a Bachelor of Laws degree poses? (4) of section 203(a) or to an looking for it there because the than 2 years at the time of the from the University of the Philippines. Does the alien surviving immediate relative status under bill is not an immigration bill. citizen spouse's death; and He served as an Immigration Officer. (III) the alien has not re- He specializes in immigration and widow/widower of a U.S. citi- section 201(b)(2)(A)(i) may file "Sec. 568. criminal defense. Office at 905 Umi zen who dies within two years a petition with the Attorney (c) Relief for Surviving married." St. corner N. King, Suite 201, Hon- after their marriage remain a General for such classification.” Spouses.-- olulu, HI 96819. Tel. (808) 847 1601. "spouse" so as to be able to ob- INA § 201(b)(2)(A)(i) [[8 (1) In General.-- The sec- What should grieving widow Fax (808) 847 1624. E-Mail: filam- U.S.C. § 1151 (b)(2)(A)(i)] ond sentence of section or widower do and not do? [email protected]. Website: www.Im- tain immigration benefits under migrationServicesUSA.com.This current law? states: “For purposes of this 201(b)(2)(A)(i) of the Immigra- An alien widow/widower article is a general overview of the We discussed this issue in subsection, the term ‘immediate tion and Nationality Act (8 of a USC whose spouse died subject matter discussed and is not in- an article published worldwide relatives’ means the children, U.S.C. 1151(b)(2)(A)(i)) is within 2 years after their mar- tended as legal advice for any specific which has been read by thou- spouses, and parents of a citizen amended by striking "for at riage must pray to President person or situation. Neither the writer nor publisher warrant the complete- least 2 years at the time of the Obama to sign the bill. ness or accuracy of the information citizen's death". Then: (1) file a petition for provided herein at the time of publica- (2) Applicability.-- classification as an immediate tion.) 8 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE NOVEMBER 7, 2009 FEATURE NOVEMBER 7, 2009 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 9 PHILIPPINE NEWS 10 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE NOVEMBER 7, 2009 HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS Honolulu Rail Project Reaches Two More Milestones Towards Construction he City & County of Honolulu moves closer towards its goal of Tbreaking ground for its Honolulu Rail Transit project by awarding the first contract for construction of the 20-mile rail route. Kiewit Pacific Company was awarded the design-build contract for A city rendering of what an elevated rail sta- tion could look like construction of the first phase of the rail route – running 6.5 miles from East facility to house the trains, and another to Kapolei to Pearl City select a manufacturer to supply the train Once the project is underway, the re- cars. lated construction is expected to create While the majority of the rail project thousands of jobs and benefit the local jobs created – about 60 percent – will be economy. “Rail will be the state’s largest in the construction industry, the remaining economic stimulus project,” said city new jobs will be outside that field, as managing director Kirk Caldwell. “No workers spend their wages and companies other single project in Hawaii, in the pub- buy supplies. This will bring new jobs into lic or private sector, can create as many the retail, food and beverage and service jobs or generate as much economic ac- industries as well, Caldwell said. tivity during this recession.” For more information on the rail pro- Other contracts scheduled to be ject’s economic benefits, check out the awarded early next year includes the con- project’s website at www.honolulutran- struction of the maintenance and storage sit.org or hotline at 566-2299. Hannemann to Join Filipino Chamber of Commerce in The mayor will then return to Trade Mission to meet with U.S. Ambassador Kristie ayor Mufi Hannemann will be Kenny, Manila Mayor Alfredo Lim and in the Philippines from No- other Philippine dignitaries, and to par- Mvember 7-12, 2009 to join a ticipate in Trade Mission meetings and a trade mission sponsored by the Filipino business seminar with the Philippine Chamber of Commerce of Hawaii Chamber of Commerce and Industry and (FCCH). other business groups. This year’s trade mission will focus On November 11, Hannemann and on Hawaii real estate investments and in- the trade mission delegation will visit ternational banking and finance, as well Cebu City, another sister city, to meet as Philippine outsourcing opportunities; with Cebu Mayor Tomas Osmena and the development of new markets espe- participate in a Trade Mission Confer- cially in the areas of architecture, engi- ence and Business Seminar conducted by neering, and environmental consulting; the Cebu Chamber of Commerce and the and the identification of products and FCCH. The next day, Hannemann will services that can be exported to Hawaii. meet with Cebu Gov. Gwen Garcia and The mayor’s delegation is scheduled other officials, then visit local businesses to visit an emergency shelter in Manila and factories. for typhoon victims. To help with relief The Trade Mission will also cele- efforts, Hawaiian Airlines will be trans- brate the 100th year of Visayan immi- porting 20 balikbayan boxes with dona- gration to Hawaii with a premiere tions. The boxes will be distributed by showing of “Mabuhay With Aloha: The the Consuelo Foundation, which has of- Hawaii Filipino Experience.” The 90- fices in Honolulu and Makati and has minute documentary will be shown in partnerships with many non-profit or- Cebu on November 12 through a part- ganizations throughout the Philippines. nership with the University of San Car- Hannemann will then travel to los (USC) and Hawaiian Airlines. Laoag—one of Honolulu’s sister Producer-host Emme Tomimbang will cities—to meet with Gov. Michael Mar- screen the documentary and participate cos Keon. Hannemann will then travel in panel discussions with Cebu profes- to to meet Gov. DV Savellano sors, including Dr. Erlinda Alburo, Di- at Port Salomague, followed by meet- rector of Cebuano Studies at USC. ings in Badoc with Mayor Thomas Tor- “Our goal is to build and nurture ralba, in Batac with Mayor Jeffrey Jubal linkages to foster trade. We hope our Nalupta, in San Nicolas with Mayor Al- meetings, workshop, and the documen- fredo Valdez, in Pasuquin with Mayor tary will serve as bridges between our Oscar Aguinaldo, and in Bacarra with two island homes,” says Rosemarie Mayor Nicomedes Dela Cruz. Mendoza, president of the FCCH. NOVEMBER 7, 2009 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 11

BUSINESS LIFE evolved into an international wish to explore the world Why the Philippine Future Is Exciting youth exchange program. Origi- through AFS, I urge parents nally called American Field and the teens to contact the BULL MARKET, BULL SHEET 1911 revolution, which or lousy stories. The Filipino Service, AFS evolved into a AFS Philippine office at the By Wilson Lee Flores / changed the centuries-old feu- youth, middle-class, and so- postwar group promoting stu- second floor of the University Monday, November 2, 2009 dal system in China, in the called “masses” cannot be duped dent exchanges between the of the Philippines ISSI Build- same way it was Jewish mi- anymore by cinematic trash, be- USA and the world, and now the ing (Virata Hall), E. Jacinto e who rejects change is norities worldwide, like Albert cause millions of people have program has evolved beyond the Street, University of the Philip- the architect of decay. Einstein, who vigorously sup- been exposed to global standards US to include Europe, China, pines, Diliman, Quezon City, H The only human institu- ported the 1948 struggle for Is- of minimum quality and sensible South America and other places. call 928-3342 or 929-5750 or tion which rejects progress is the rael to be revived as the Jewish stories in foreign films via the AFS is the world’s biggest visit the website at cemetery. — Harold Wilson homeland. I urge the 10 or 11 Internet, 24-hour cable TV and and oldest non-profit, volun- www.afs.ph. Ideal ages are be- When we are no longer able million Filipinos now overseas pirated DVDs. Film Develop- teer-based foundation arranging tween 15 to 17-and-a-half to change a situation, we are to be a critical mass of people ment Council of the Philippines for high school teens to study years old. Students should be challenged to change ourselves. who can demand and help push (FDCP) chairman Rolando abroad for one year and living emotionally stable, have lead- — Victor Frankl for sweeping cultural, political, “Jacky” S. Atienza also recently with foster families, thus pro- ership potential, good school They must often change, ideological, socioeconomic and told me that their studies show moting global thinking, inter- performance (but no need to be who would be constant in happi- other reforms in our Philippine that 70 percent of the movie- cultural understanding and top-honor students academi- ness or wisdom. — Confucius society now shackled by exces- going public have at least a high leadership training for young cally), possess a high emo- Whether in the economy, sive political corruption and an school diploma. people. The only Filipino in its tional quotient, have a sense of politics or movies, I am bullish oppressively semi-feudal so- prestigious global board of adventure and want to see the that the future of the Philippines cioeconomic system! Study In Europe, South America trustees is former AFS scholar world. AFS also provides fund- will be exciting. Why? Because By the way, ethnic Chinese & China Francisco de la Fuente Guerra ing for those students whose of the irreversible changes in the Philippines will forever How do we promote more III, also vice president of SC families can’t afford the costs. brought about by globalization work for friendship between the global thinking in the Philip- Johnson in charge of develop- Travel and education over- via the magic of our Internet ac- Philippines and China, in the pines to change the old narrow- ing markets ASEAN and seas are among the best ways cess to global information, bet- same way the Jews in America minded parochial thinking of the Korea. The current favorite to expand our horizons as fu- ter education and through the forever lobby for the USA-Is- past? We should promote young destinations of Philippine AFS ture leaders in business, culture millions of overseas Filipinos rael alliance, and in the same people traveling and studying scholars are Spain, France, and arts, science, politics and exposed to modern and egalitar- way Filipinos in America will overseas. This advocacy has Belgium (the Dutch-speaking other fields; they also make us ian societies in foreign countries, always work for USA-Philip- been pioneered by two “rags-to- Flanders region), Switzerland, better human beings, more which are starkly different from pine amity. riches” taipans, Lucio Tan and USA, Germany, Japan, and open to other cultures and our Philippine-style feudal poli- John Gokongwei Jr., who send Latin America; some even more aware of the bewildering tics and socioeconomic system. ‘Masa’ To No Longer Patronize outstanding scholars every year choose to study in Latvia or realities of our fast-changing Junk Politicos? to study in the world’s oldest Russia. and future borderless world. Overseas Filipinos as Agents of In the May 2010 election, I continuous civilization and new For high school teens who (www.philstar.com) Change believe that the majority of vot- global economic I believe that one of the rea- ers won’t be easily swayed by superpower, sons Asia’s greatest heroes — guns, goons, gold and emo- China. Both of Dr. Jose Rizal of the Philippines tional histrionics because more them believe it and Dr. Sun Yat Sen of China voters will be young people is tragic that — were rebellious thinkers was who are Internet-savvy and ex- many in Philip- because both of them traveled posed to global trends favoring pine society do extensively overseas and saw meritocracy, transparency, ac- not fully under- what an ideal society should be countability, genuine democracy stand the rich- in their respective homelands. and other international bench- ness of Chinese Rizal studied in Spain and marks of good governance. culture, the Germany, while also later prac- In the same way, demo- character-build- ticing medicine in ; graphics and the globalization of ing qualities of Dr. Sun Yat Sen was an over- our society have changed the Confucian val- seas Chinese youth educated in way the so-called “masa” pa- ues and the fast- Hawaii and Hong Kong (where tronize the movie industry, changing he was classmates in medical which should be fair warning for realities of mod- school with overseas Chinese our moviemakers in the Metro ern China. Dr. Jose Tee Han Kee, 1904 co- Manila Film Festival this De- This writer founder of the Philippine Chi- cember. Why have several star- recently met Pe- nese General Chamber of studded local flicks by big ruvian Francisco Commerce and our Chinese mi- producers in recent months “Tachi” Cazal, nority’s anti-Manchu revolu- bombed so miserably at the box president of the tionary activist leader in office in contrast to the Kimi AFS Intercul- Manila). In the 20th century, Dora surprise box office hit by tural Programs, one difference between China’s indie producer actor Piolo Pas- Inc. based in two great leaders, Mao Zedong cual starring the less-known but New York City. and Deng Xiaoping, was that talented Eugene Domingo in her One-time Har- Mao never traveled overseas first-ever lead role? vard professor except to backwards Soviet In Philippine movies Abram Piatt An- Russia, while reformist Deng nowadays, famous stars and fi- drew Jr. started was a working student in France esta-like public-relations gim- AFS in 1914 as (where his roommate once was micks by producers no longer a group of China’s future revered premier, guarantee that the Filipino young volunteer Zhou Enlai). public will blindly line up at ambulance driv- It was overseas Chinese movie houses to pay P120 or ers who wanted communities worldwide (in- P150 or more per ticket to to be involved in cluding my paternal forebears) watch local films with ludi- World War I but who passionately supported Dr. crous sampalan/sabunutan not in the fight- Sun Yat Sen’s earth-shaking (slapping/hair-pulling) scenes ing. It has since 12 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE NOVEMBER 7, 2009 FAMILY CORNER EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the second of a three-part series on managing job loss and financial stress. This series is based on two new publications,“Managing Job Loss and Financial Stress: A Personal and Family Guide” and “Raising Resilient Children During Tough Economic Times,” that are available from the UH Center on the Family. Copies of the publication may be requested by calling (808) 956- 4132 or e-mailing: [email protected]. Managing Job Loss and Financial

By Grace Fong, Ed.D. and Sylvia Yuen, Ph.D. Stress: Raising Resilient Children

inancial hardship can re- strain. This puts them at risk of the pressures they are feeling. sult from many different having relationship problems Maintaining regular household F circumstances—a poor later in life. Older children may rules and routines also gives economy, the loss of a job, become anxious and have diffi- children a sense of security dur- under-employment, the pro- culty concentrating in school. If ing an unsettling time. When longed illness of a family mem- the situation is not explained to parents convey to their children ber, divorce, poor money them, children who sense their that “we are in this together and management, or a combination parents’ stress may mistakenly we will survive,” they of several factors. Whatever the blame themselves for the fam- strengthen family bonds, and cause, the resulting impact on a ily’s problems. Stress from any everyone is able to move ahead family can be stressful for all event or life situation that dis- with hope for the future. To cre- members, including children. rupts children’s routines and ate an environment that builds While we tend to think of fi- sense of security puts children at resilience in their children dur- nancial problems as adult con- risk for negative outcomes such more quickly. These children am loved and I am lovable,” and ing times of economic stress or cerns, if parents are stressed, as poor physical and emotional feel comfortable sharing their (c) social and interpersonal skills other hardships, it is important children feel that stress as well. health, poor school performance, feelings and asking for help for interacting with others re- for parents to: The whole family feels the strain and lowered self-esteem. when they need it. Resilient spectfully and responsibly—al- when a parent’s job loss or re- The good news is that fam- children can feel secure even lowing them to believe “I can • Show affection: duction in work hours means ilies that are intentional about when circumstances around contribute and share responsibil- ► Express love in physical having less money for essentials pulling together in times of need them are constantly changing. ity. and verbal ways. or needing to cut back on discre- can turn a serious challenge into There are three common There are key milestones for ► Find ways to have fun to- tionary spending. Parents who an opportunity to build re- areas of strength among resilient children at different stages of de- gether. are distracted by their economic silience in their children. Re- children; they have: (a) external velopment. When parents pay • Explain the situation to chil- worries may be less available to silience is the human capacity to supports and resources that pro- attention to children’s needs as- dren at a level they can un- their children or responsive to face, overcome, and be vide safety and security—pro- sociated with these milestones, derstand: their children’s needs. strengthened by the adversities viding them with a sense that “I their children can develop re- ► Tell them that the situa- Very young children may of life. Resilience allows fami- have people I can turn to in times siliency even during the tough- tion is not their fault. have difficulty learning how to lies to adapt to difficult situa- of need,” (b) personal est economic times. To develop ► Be specific about what form important attachments to tions in positive ways. When strengths—attitudes, beliefs, and resiliency, will change and what will others if the family must move children are resilient they can feelings that allow them to • in early childhood, children remain the same. or change care providers fre- display courage in the face of bounce back and move for- need to acquire trust—the ► Reassure them that the quently because of financial difficulties and bounce back ward—allowing them to feel “I confidence that adults will family will get through be there to care for them; this. autonomy—the ability to • Encourage good problem- establish their own rhythms solving skills: of eating, sleeping, self- ► Engage every family calming, and exploration; member in discussions and initiative—the drive to about the hard choices be actively engaged in that this situation might learning about the world. require. • in middle childhood, chil- ► Acknowledge everyone’s dren need to acquire friend- ideas and solutions. ship—the ability to make • Build responsibility: friends and gain the ap- ► Assign chores. proval of peers; a sense of ► Show appreciation for self—confidence in one’s each person’s efforts. ability to succeed in life; and • Monitor children: mastery— command of the ► Maintain rules and rou- basic life skills needed to be tines. successful in school and at ► Always know where chil- home. dren are. • in adolescence, children ► Maintain communication need to acquire identity— when apart from children. the sense of what is unique ► Get to know children’s and distinctive about them- friends. selves; and expectations for ► Stay involved in chil- the future—the ability to dren’s homework and ac- prepare for adulthood. tivities.

Children develop resilience By consistently using these in families that communicate strategies and adapting them to well, work together to solve different stages of children’s problems, and do things to- development, parents can help gether. These children thrive their children develop re- when parents continue to show siliency even during the tough- their love and affection despite est economic times. NOVEMBER 7, 2009 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 13

LEGAL NOTES

workers, family reunification, Immigration Reform Bill to effective enforcement and em- ployment verification visas to promote family unity. Fixing the broken immi- Be Introduced Soon This new push for reform gration system has been a divi- It was attended by thousands of bill that will unite families, will certainly reinvigorate the sive issue. During the immigrants from Hispanic, protect workers and provide le- immigration debate that has previous administration, simi- Asian, African and other com- galization for the twelve mil- been overshadowed by other lar legislation failed to pass By Reuben S. Seguritan munities from about twenty lion undocumented workers. priorities of the current admin- twice despite support from states. “It is time we had a workable istration like health care re- President Bush. t a rally held in Rep. Gutierrez is the chair- plan making its way through forms. During his campaign, But immigrant advocates Washington DC man of the Immigration Task Congress that recognizes the President Obama promised to are hopeful this time that com- last October 13, Force of the Congressional vast contributions of immi- tackle immigration reforms in prehensive immigration reform Rep. Luis Gutier- Hispanic Caucus and is one of grants and that honors the the first year, but he has said will pass. President Obama rez outlined the the strongest and most vocal American Dream.”, he said. recently that the issue will has expressed his unyielding A core principles that advocates for immigration re- The key components of his most likely be pursued early commitment several times and will serve as basis form. proposed bill include a pathway next year. Senate Majority leader Harry for the comprehensive immi- He has been conducting to legalization for undocu- Senator Charles Schumer Reid and House Speaker gration reform bill that he plans nationwide tours to drum up mented workers and students, has said that he will introduce Nancy Pelosi have expressed to introduce in the House soon. support for reform and has met humane treatment of detainees, his reform bill in the Senate their full support. The rally was sponsored by with many advocacy and civil expanded labor rights for work- sometime this fall. . several advocacy groups in- rights groups, faith-based ers, employment eligibility ver- Last June, he announced cluding the Reform Immigra- groups and labor groups. ification system, allocation of the seven principles that would REUBEN S. SEGURITAN has been tion for America campaign, In a statement, Rep. sufficient employment visas to practicing law for over 30 years. For form the basis of his bill. further information, you may call him National Capital Immigration Gutierrez declared that Ameri- meet actual labor market de- These principles include legal- at (212) 695 5281 or log on to his web- Coalition and Families United. cans can no longer wait for a mands and increase of family ization of undocumented site at www.seguritan.com HAWAII-FILIPINO NEWS PICTORIAL NEWS 15 Filipinos Gain RP Citizenship ifteen Filipino residents re- cently took their Oath of F Allegiance at the Philip- pine Consulate General and reac- quired their Philippine Citizenship under Republic Act 9225, or the Citizenship Retention and Reac- quisition Act of 2003. The new Philippine citizens QUEZONIAN OF HAWAII include: Alberto Cabanilla De The 15 Filipinos who gained RP citizenship are shown here with Consul La Cruz Jr., Bernardita Rosales Lourdes Tabamo (standing, extreme right) and Consul Lolita Capco Quezonian of Hawaii members pose for a photo with General Leoncio De La Torre Dixon, Buena (standing, extreme left) R. Cardenas (middle) and Consul Paul Cortes (far left). The group Abella Calacala Fernandez, Saramosing, Ronaldo Jose reacquire their Philippine citi- recently visited the Philippine Consulate for a courtesy visit and to Tacadena, Catherine Laureta zenship. Applicants must file a welcome Consul General Cardenas on his second stint to Hawaii. The Simeona Navares Navasca San- 30-member strong Quezonian of Hawaii, a socio-civic organization of sona, Carlito Mendoza Lampi- Temperante Mott, Luzviminda petition, submit necessary doc- Filipinos who trace their roots from the Province of Quezon, was toc, Cresolita Costales Pablo, Tuanquin Varquez Buenafe and uments and take an Oath of Al- represented by Andy Villamin, Bert Cabalteya, Lena Duck, Aida Ilagan, Orlino Tejada Pascual, Conrado Gernani Maglinte Yutob. legiance. More information on Mrs. Cabalteya and Luz Ocenar. The Quezonians also took the Domingo Pabalan, Ophelia RA 9225 allows natural- dual citizenship is available on- opportunity to plan their upcoming Christmas Party on December 26, 2009 at the Philippine Consulate’s lanai area. Cristobal Lagundino Pabalan, born former Filipinos who have line at: www.philippinecon- Bienvenida Rigates Valdez been naturalized as citizens of sulatehonolulu.com or by Sevilleja, Abundio Aliviado another country to retain or calling 595-6315. Rep. Finnegan to Serve in Women’s Read says. Leadership Role Elected women from across tate Rep. Lynn tionships and in- the nation gathered at the 2009 Finnegan was clude them in the NFWL Annual Conference to S elected State many important pro- identify solutions to some of the Director of Hawaii for grams and initiatives nation’s most pressing issues. the National Founda- that the National The non-partisan conference en- tion for Women Leg- Foundation For couraged dialogue and informa- islators (NFWL) at the Women Legislators tion-sharing, coalition building 2009 NFWL Annual offers,” Finnegan among legislators and sharing of Conference in Santa says. constituent concerns and suc- Rep. Lynn Finnegan Ana Pueblo, New NFWL Presi- cessful initiatives. Mexico. dent & CEO Robin Read de- Topics discussed included The NFWL is the nation’s scribed Finnegan as an articulate teen violence, Native American oldest organization that addresses and impassioned leader. community development, finan- the needs of elected women at all “Her leadership will be an cial literacy, HIV/AIDS aware- levels of government. asset to the Foundation. I am ness, access to broadband “I am honored to have been confident that with her commit- technology, women in politics selected and eager to reach out to ment, this will be one of the and the media, alternative health all of the elected women who most exciting and productive care solutions and international serve in Hawaii to build rela- years that NFWL has seen,” relations. 14 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE NOVEMBER 7, 2009 PHILIPPINE NEWS Emergency Job Program to Hire 93,000 Workers By Paolo Romero / the DPWH. Monday, November 2, 2009 “The country’s national roads are essential to the “The workers will see to the ANILA, Philippines – strength and stability of the maintenance of around 30,000 Government agencies economy, helping to encourage kilometers of national roads M will hire some 93,000 investments and create jobs for under PULIS OYSTER Pro- unemployed or underemployed a vast number of the Filipino gram of the DPWH,” Pangani- Filipinos this year for a P1.77- poor,” Panganiban said. ban said. billion roadside maintenance “While experts have noted Panganiban said the DPWH program in line with President signs of recovery in the global had already met a considerable Arroyo’s call for agencies to economy, now is not the time portion of its emergency employ- strengthen the country’s eco- for complacency,” the NAPC ment targets and was able to hire nomic foundation in the face of chief said. “We are still in the 42,930 workers for various road- continuing uncertainties in the thick of what is probably the side maintenance projects nation- global economy and interna- worst economic slump in mod- wide as of Sept. 30 this year. tional labor markets, Mala- ern history.” and employment opportunities in creating and maintaining jobs He said the government cañang announced yesterday. NAPC, which is under the for poor Filipinos amid the global as well as in investing on vital plans for the employment of National Anti-Poverty Com- Office of the President, oversees economic slowdown through the infrastructures, livelihood pro- some 59,968 roadside mainte- mission (NAPC) Secretary the Comprehensive Livelihood employment program. grams and other economic activ- nance workers in Luzon while Domingo Panganiban said the and Emergency Employment The President has cited ERP ities that will help generate more 14,120 more laborers are put to move was in line with the devel- Program (CLEEP), launched by and CLEEP as priority programs employment. work in roadside projects in the opment plans of the Department Mrs. Arroyo in October 2008 to that the government is vigor- Panganiban said the new Visayas. of Public Works and Highways address the need for new jobs as ously implementing. hires would work on some “Another 19,120 workers (DPWH) and the Arroyo emer- a result of the global economic Mrs. Arroyo had said that 30,000 kilometers of national will be employed in roadside gency job plan under the Eco- meltdown. local government units (LGUs), roads under the Out of School maintenance projects across the nomic Resiliency Program The Arroyo government has in partnership with the private Youth Towards Economic Re- island-region of Mindanao,” Pan- (ERP). assured the availability of jobs sector, are working doubly hard covery (OYSTER) program of ganiban said. (www.philstar.com) Edith Burgos Brings Son's Case to European Public By Paolo Romero / pines, marked the 38th birth- JL Burgos, Jonas’ brother The farmers he had been help- Monday, November 2, 2009 day of her son on Oct. 27 by and head of the Free Jonas Bur- ing were members of Alyansa ANILA, Philippines speaking in London, United gos Movement, presented films ng Magbubukid sa Bulacan – More than 900 Kingdom; and in Cologne, and art works to the audience. (AMB, Alliance of Peasants of M days after activist Bonn and Berlin in Germany Proceeds from the sale of art- Bulacan), a branch of the mili- Jonas Burgos was abducted, about their experiences in deal- works would help fund the ac- tant peasant organization Kilu- his mother went on a speaking ing with their loved ones’ dis- tivities of the movement. sang Magbubukid ng Pilipinas tour in Europe to bring her appearance. Jonas, an agriculturist and (KMP, Peasant Movement of son’s case, and that of many She also went to the land rights activist, was ab- the Philippines). others like him, to the attention Netherlands on Oct. 29 then to ducted, in broad daylight in Desaparecidos claim that of foreign human rights organ- Bologna and Milan in . Quezon City, by armed men on suspected security forces of the izations. She is now headed to Belgium, April 28, 2007. Arroyo administration are re- Dr. Editha Burgos, chair- to meet with European parlia- Dr. Edith Burgos He is the son of the late sponsible for the disappearance person of Desaparecidos, an mentarians and human rights ple realize what is happening anti-Marcos newspaper pub- of more than 200 people who organization of families and organizations in Brussels, Gent to good people like my son and lisher Jose Burgos. Jonas expressed opposition to the loved ones of victims of forced and Antwerp. many, many others in the trained San Miguel, Bulacan policies of the government. disappearances in the Philip- “I hope that I can help peo- Philippines,” she said. farmers in organic farming. (www.philstar.com) Group Urges Government to Probe Sept. 22, Monterona said. Latest OFW Death Monterona said the vic- By Dennis Carcamo / tim's husband already sought the assistance of the DFA and Monday, November 2, 2009 the Overseas Workers Welfare ANILA, Philippines Administration (OWWA) but - An overseas Fil- no action has been taken. M ipino workers advo- "Until now, Sarto's family cacy group has called on the has not been given any official government to probe into the report on the circumstances latest reported death of an leading to the death of the vic- OFW in Saudi Arabia. tim and what actions should be John Leonard Monterona, taken to give her justice," Migrante Middle East re- Monterona said. gional coordinator, said they Meanwhile , Migrante is are urging the Department of also urging members of the Foreign Affairs-Office of the House Committee on Overseas Undersecretary for Migrant Workers affairs scheduled to Workers Affairs to press the Echague, Isabela. conduct its first-time ever Philippine Consulate General Sarto, the 13th victim this overseas congressional hearing (PCG) in Jeddah, Saudi Ara- year who died due to maltreat- to put the issue of OFWs pro- bia to investigate the death of ment, was reportedly raped tection on top of their agenda. Joy Cabansi Sarto, 28, of and found dead in Jeddah last (www.philstar.com) NOVEMBER 7, 2009 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 15

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ILOCOS SURIAN MEDICAL MISSION December 15 - 23, 2009 ● Manila and Ilocos ● 8 am - 5 pm ● For more information, please contact JP Orias @ 387-8297 MAINLAND NEWS U.S. Pledges $8.5 Million in Food Aid to RP Food For Progress Program. Vil- tance in the future,” says Vil- sack says about 7,000 metric sack, who visited Manila on a he U.S. has pledged tons of U.S. rice and 680 metric four-day trade mission. food assistance worth tons of non-fat dry milk would The Philippines is the T $8.5 million for typhoon be processed into milk and bis- largest recipient of USDA Food victims in the Philippines, ac- cuits for distribution to flood For Progress in Asia, having re- cording to Tom Vilsack, U.S. victims. The amount is enough ceived a total of $217 million Secretary of Agriculture, during to feed roughly 438,000 people worth of commodities since a recent meeting with President for 60 days. 2000. This year alone, the Gloria Macapagal Arroyo. “As a long-standing friend USDA has signed three Food The donation will be made and partner of the Philippines, For Progress agreements with available under the U.S. Depart- the U.S. stands ready to con- the Philippines totaling $25 ment of Agriculture (USDA) tinue our cooperation and assis- million. Legal Filipino Immigrants in U.S. prise 43 percent of LPRs with Total 600K the remaining 56 percent com- ing from Cuba, El Salvador, t 600,000 strong, Fil- Canada, Vietnam and United ipinos comprise the Kingdom. A second largest number Fifty-nine percent of lawful of legal permanent residents permanent residents obtained RENTAL (LPR) in the U.S. as of 2008, ac- their status in four states begin- cording to statistics from the ning with California with 3.4 U.S. Immigration and Customs million LPRs, followed by New Enforcement Department. York with 1.5 million, Texas An estimated 12.6 million with 1.3 million and Florida legal permanent residents are with 1.2 million. living in the U.S. The numbers Mexicans comprise the According to the report, include those who have been largest legal permanent resident LPRs are eligible to apply for granted lawful permanent resi- population at 3.4 million, fol- naturalization after meeting re- dence status and green-card lowed by Filipinos, India quirements such as a five-year holders. One half obtained legal (500,000), China (500,000) and U.S. residency, except for permanent resident status since the Dominican Republic spouses of U.S. citizens who 2000, while one-fourth earned 400,000). only need three years to be eli- the status from 2005-2007. The top five countries com- gible. (www.Inquirer.net) 16 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE NOVEMBER 7, 2009