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February 19, 2011 June 18, 2011 JUNE 18, 2011 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE 1 ♦ FEBRUARY♦ JUNE 18, 19, 2011 2011 ♦ ♦ Photography by Tim Llena PHILIPPINE NEWS LEGAL NOTES MAINLAND NEWS MARCOS FAMILY BILLS INTRODUCED PINOYS HONORED FOR AGREES TO MILITARY TO RELIEVE THEIR CONTRIBUTIONS BURIAL IN ILOCOS NURSE SHORTAGE TO ALASKA HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE PRESORTED STANDARD 94-356 WAIPAHU DEPOT RD., 2ND FLR. U.S. POSTAGE WAIPAHU, HI 96797 PAID HONOLULU, HI PERMIT NO. 9661 2 HAWAII FILIPINO CHRONICLE JUNE 18, 2011 EDITORIAL FROM THE PUBLISHER Publisher & Executive Editor Wanted: Actively- efore anything, all of us here at the Charlie Y. Sonido, M.D. Chronicle would like to wish our Publisher & Managing Editor dads and granddads a very Happy Involved Fathers Chona A. Montesines-Sonido Father’s Day! Our dads have done very third Sunday in June is set aside to honor the na- and continue to do a great deal for tion’s fathers. Much has been written about the dead- B Associate Editors us—most of it behind the scenes. Dennis Galolo beat dad and absentee father—and for good reason. Unlike our moms, our dads some- Edwin Quinabo Fatherlessness is an epidemic that has contributed to times don’t get the credit they deserve. Espe- much of society’s ills. In studying crime rates, some Creative Designer E cially Filipino dads who are usually the strong but silent type, often Junggoi Peralta criminologists questioned race and poverty as factors. deferring to moms to run the household. But don’t let their “pas- When taking into account differences in family struc- Design Consultant siveness” fool you. Filipino dads will not only work long hours tures, they found that crime rates run much the same in rich and Randall Shiroma and several jobs to provide for their families—they are fiercely poor neighborhoods and among African-American, White, and protective of their children, especially their daughters. They also Photography Hispanic populations. The culprit? The lack of a father figure in the Tim Llena will gladly give their last breath for their families. We hope that home. this Father’s Day, you will tell your dad how much you love and Administrative Assistant But thankfully, change is on the way, beginning in the hip hop Shalimar Pagulayan care for him. and rap music industry, of all places. Recent songs like “Be a Fa- Our cover story for this issue was written by Danny de Gracia, Columnists ther to Your Child” and “Fatherhood” are sending positive mes- Gov. Neil Abercrombie who was granted an exclusive interview with former Hawaii Gov. sages to young fathers. More power to these young men! Carlota Ader Ben Cayetano. The former governor talks candidly about Father’s If there was ever a role model for fathers, it would be Joseph, Carlo Cadiz, M.D. Day, the positive role his own father play in his life and his expe- Mayor Peter Carlisle the husband of Mary and the earthly father of Jesus. We all know riences growing up in Kalihi. Cayetano also offers tidbits of wis- Sen. Will Espero the story of Mary and how she was chosen to bear God’s son. dom for young fathers as well as good career advice for the next Grace F. Fong, Ed.D What’s often overlooked is that God also chose Joseph to be Jesus’ Ruth Elynia Mabanglo, Ph.D. generation of Filipinos. We hope that you will enjoy reading “Cit- earthly father. Joseph was a direct descendant of David and there- J.P. Orias izen Cayetano—A Father’s Day Heart-to-Heart Chat with Hawaii’s Pacita Saludes fore a respected member of the community. He was also a just man Former Governor” beginning on page 4. Reuben S. Seguritan, Esq. who obeyed God, loved his wife, provided for his family and With summer in full swing, you may be looking for fun and Charlie Sonido, M.D. taught his son. Emmanuel S. Tipon, Esq. relatively affordable things to do with your children and family. The Bible does not record a single word uttered by Joseph, yet Felino S. Tubera We offer several suggestions on page 6, including stories on “sum- he was far from being an absent father. He was there fighting to Sylvia Yuen, Ph.D. mer happenings” at our local libraries, as well as a concert series find a room for his pregnant and exhausted wife in the crowded on the grounds of the Honolulu Zoo every Wednesday evening. Contributing Writers town of Bethlehem. He protected Mary from those who otherwise And don’t forget special performances by the Classic Society of Belinda Aquino, Ph.D. would have shunned her for being pregnant out of wedlock. He Seven (SOS) which will be joined by Martin Nievera—the Concert Clement Bautista later led his family to Egypt as they fled from King Herod. Years Teresita Bernales, Ed.D King of the Philippines—in special “Homecoming Concert” per- later when Jesus began his ministry, he was identified as the son of Linda Dela Cruz formances from now through July 2, 2011 at the Outrigger Waikiki. Joseph—the carpenter from Nazareth. In those days, carpentry was Fiedes Doctor It is a performance truly worth seeing! Danny De Gracia, II, MA a respected profession and Joseph, as Jewish dads were expected At press time, we received word that veteran Councilmember Amelia Jacang, M.D. to do, would have taught Jesus much of the skills a carpenter would Caroline Julian Nestor Garcia has been replaced as chair of the Honolulu City need. Maita Milallos Council. He will still be a member of the council but not in a lead- The world needs more Josephs—men who will deeply love Paul Melvin Palalay, M.D. ership position. Nevertheless, he has served effectively the com- Glenn Wakai and respect their wives and who will invest daily in their children’s munities he represents—Waipahu, Village Park, Royal Kunia and Amado Yoro physical, emotional and spiritual well-being. We hope this Father’s Waikele—and will continue to do so. Mabuhay, Nestor! Philippine Correspondent Day that more fathers will heed the call and be more actively in- There are other articles of interest in this issue, including Com- Gregory Bren Garcia volved with their families. A wise man once said, that ‘If there’s mentary (page 3), Immigration Guide (page 7), Legal Notes (page Big Island Distributor going to be music in the home, let the father be the leader of the 13) and Philippine Language (page 14). In closing, thank you for Grace Larson band.’ Ditas Udani faithfully supporting the Hawaii Filipino Chronicle. Please feel free to contact us at: [email protected] if you have Maui Distributor Take Advantage of story ideas, tips or concerns regarding Hawaii’s Filipino commu- Cecile Piros nity. Molokai Distributor Fireworks Amnesty Until next time…aloha and mabuhay! Maria Watanabe Advertising/Marketing Director Program Chona A. Montesines-Sonido he City is offering Oahu residents the opportunity to Account Executives drop off leftover fireworks at designated sites from Carlota Ader now through July 17. No questions will be asked, no even for professionals. The tragic death last April of five men in a J.P. Orias names taken, and all items will be disposed of by the fireworks explosion in Waikele is a poignant reminder of how dan- The Hawaii Filipino Chronicle is published proper authorities. gerous these products really are. There have been other cases weekly by The Hawaii Filipino Chronicle Inc. T It is mailed directly to subscribers and dis- We encourage our readers to take full advantage wherein bystanders have been harmed by illegal and homemade tributed at various outlets around Oahu and of this opportunity. As a reminder, the City’s new fire- explosives. Property owners, asthmatics and others who suffer the neighbor islands. Editorial and advertis- ing deadlines are three weeks prior to pub- works law, which took effect on January 2nd of this year, prohibits from chronic respiratory ailments are also at risk from fireworks. lication date. Subscriptions are available at the use of sparklers, fountains and other types of novelty fire- The real test of the public’s resolve will come towards the end $75 per year for Oahu and the neighbor is- lands, continental U.S. $80, foreign country works. Violators face rather hefty penalties of up to five years in of 2011 as the New Year approaches and as fireworks addicts come $90. Copyright 2006. The Hawaii Filipino prison and fines as high as $2,000. to grips with the law. We can only hope that enough illegal and Chronicle Inc. is located at 94-356 Waipahu Depot, Waipahu, HI 96797. Telephone The custom of setting off fireworks runs deep in the blood of dangerous fireworks will have been turned in and that the public (808) 678-8930 Facsimile (808) 678-1829. many kamaaina who have done so every New Year’s for as long will obey the law. If so, there should be a substantial reduction in E-mail [email protected]. Web- fireworks-related accidents and fires, and safer and healthier re- site: www.thefilipinochronicle.com. Opinions as they can remember. For fireworks aficionados, weaning them- expressed by the columnists and contribu- selves off fireworks will not be easy— but the City’s amnesty pro- sults for everyone. tors do not necessarily reflect those of the Hawaii Filipino Chronicle management. Re- gram serves as an excellent first step. Those who absolutely must production of the contents in whole or in part pop fireworks can still do so but must fork over $25 per permit for is prohibited without written permission from every 5,000 firecrackers—an expensive proposition considering the management.
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