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Only Villar, Roxas have cash to mount campaign PHILIPPINE NEWS SER- GK Villages built now 2,000 A Gawad Kalinga Story VICE, 6/05/09 -- THERE are only two serious pres idential candidates for 2010, There are no “sliding according to a known politi- cal analyst. doors” for Tony Olaes Ramon Casiple, founder of Institute for Political and The “sliding doors” did Electi on Reform, said that if resources, party affi liation not have any effect on and surveys are the basis, Tony Olaes’ decision to only Sen. Manny Villar and Sen. Mar Roxas can be con- help the poor. Despite sidered serious candidates. his initial negative ex- Vice President Noli de Cas- tro can be the third if he will perience of witnessing be endorsed by the newly- a military coup attempt merged Lakas-Kabalikat ng Malayang Pilipino-CMD. and seeing fi rst-hand Casiple said a presiden- Filipino-Americans and their friends join the Gawad Kalinga 5K walk in TY Park, Hollywood, Florida this weekend. Gawad Kalinga has already the political instability tial candidate needs huge built 2,000 villages in the Philippines and all over the world for the poorest of the country, he still resources, machinery and of the poor, not just homes, but holistic, productive, sustainable communi- political group to win. ties. MICHAEL WARO/ PNS stuck it out and became Of the many presidential one of the most ardent candidates, only Villar and San Diego businessman Tony Olas has remained a strong advocate Roxas have the money sus- advocates of Gawad for Gawad Kalinga. In the photo, Olaes is welcomed by the elated tain an expensive campaign. Extra-curricular residents of God’s Little Acre, a GK Village he built in Cavite, Phliip- “Marami ang tatakbo this Kalinga, a noble mission pines with help from local Fil-Ams including the late poet Soledad O. Bautista. Visit www.gawadkalinga.org to sign up for the 2009 election, but only few could activities in college he continues to pursue to GK Global Summit in Harvard on June 12-14, 2009. be considered as serious can- While academics come this day. didates. Ilan lang sa kanila ang may P8 billion to sustain fi rst to Rosel Aquino the campaign, at ilan lang Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. Zobel, his extracurricu- ang may matatag na political lar ac-tivities reveal a Publisher & Editor-in-Chief party,” Casiple said. great deal about him. San Diego Asian Journal Villar will be the standard As a junior, he closely See page 5 (Continued on page 10) looked at the available options on campus, For Filipina American Close friends against Sharon- exploring those activi- ties that would give him 10News reporter Jennifer Gabby reunion movie the promising range of Jensen, pursuing her dream options afterward. how hot and You will grow a lot was never too late popular their during your college l o v e t e a m “Do what your heart was. This years, which can be pret- would ex- ty engaging. Involve- desires,” she advises the young. “Don’t let nay- plain why up ment in activities, such FEU has a dance troupe that sayers stand in your way. to now, they as leadership develop- want them recruits volunteer students. It is Follow your dreams – ment programs and com- one of the available extracur- back on the and you don’t have to be munity serv-ice projects, ricular activities available to big screen. students on campus. in your early 20s to do The positive will greatly complement it! No matter your age, response of and enhance your overall educational experience. no matter your situation, moviegoers on the cameo “One should take advantage of extracurricular with a little planning appearance of Gabby in “Best Friends Forever” is a strong activities that provide opportunities for learning, and hard work, only PNS, 6/5/09 -- ASK anyone indication that they welcome personal growth, and career enhancement,” Rosel you have the power to who grew up with Sharon Cu- declared. neta and Gabby Concepcion such a screen comeback. make it happen for you. movies and they will tell you Even if it takes years to (Continued on page 18) By Riz A. Oades do it, the time will pass See page 6 quickly – and soon you too will be living your Migz quits Lakas post dream.” 10News general assignment reporter By Ashley Silverio com- Jennifer Jensen. (Photo compliments of Assistant Editor PHILIPPINE NEWS bined Tomasita Butler.) San Diego Asian Journal SERVICE, 6/2/09 -- SENATE talents See page 4 Majority Leader Juan Miguel of the Zubiri yesterday advised Vice two will President Noli de Castro “to emerge reach out” to administration a lead- RP on brink of recession party leaders and “increase ership PHILIPPINE NEWS SER- cioeconomic Planning Secre- his diplomatic skills” if he which VICE, 6/5/09 -- The economy tary Ralph Recto has assured wants to be drafted as the ad- can win registered a measly 0.4 per- the Cabinet that the country ministration candidate in next elec- cent growth for the fi rst quar- will be in an “upswing” in the year’s presidential elections. tions ter of 20 the year, prompting next quarter. At a press conference, on both National Statistical Coordina- “We have our own eco- Zubiri also announced his strength Senator J.M. Zubiri tion Board Secretary General nomic projections but ev- resignation as Lakas-CMD and num- Romulo Virola to admit that eryone knows the trend in secretary general ahead of the bers and force of ideas, and the country may soon be in the world about the reces- party’s merger with Kampi who can dominate the battle recession. sion especially in developed slated today at the Manila for (poll) precincts, as well as The dismal growth rate is countries is known all over. Hotel. principles,” Zubiri said. way below the 3.9 percent We should be thankful that we “To pave the way for the Despite consistently topping growth rate reported during haven’t been hit hard because election of the new set of offi - the presidential surveys, Zubiri the same period last year. we continue to be above water cers of the unifi ed party, I am reminded De Castro that the so to speak and everything is Plaza Bonita Mall Natilonal City Branch Mira Mesa Branch However, Malacañang is 3030 Plaza Bonita Mall 1401 East Plaza Blvd., 8118-E Mira Mesa Blvd. now tendering my resignation administration party would not optimistic that the Philippines being done by the administra- National City, CA 91950 National City, CA 91950 San Diego, CA 92126 as secretary general of Lakas select its presidential bet based will not experience a negative tion to mitigate the impact of (619) 479-8512 (619) 474-0973 (858) 271-8296 Christian Muslim Democrats. on “winnability” alone as indi- the recession,” he said. 8-10 Fri-Sat / Drive Thru 24 Hours Celebrate your kids GDP. He said no less than So- 8-9 Sun-Thu birthday with us! “I know that out of the cated in survey results. Page 2 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com June 5 - 11, 2009 erations, will deliver the keynote Balabag at the northern end of the arrest of the security guards. RP planning speech. Boracay police chief sacked 1,032-hectare island. “I was just doing my job and I Dr. Soe Nyunt-U, the acting UN The workers were putting up was not taking sides,” Ardiente to deploy resident coordinator, will convey for doing right in land dispute fence on a disputed 700-square said by phone. a message from UN Secretary meter lot when a security guard He said he hoped the investiga- more female General Ban Ki-Moon. In a telephone interview on allegedly shot at them, according tion would clear him. High-ranking offi cials from the Nestor P. Burgos Jr. | PNS , Thursday, Guinto said Ardiente to an earlier report of the BSTPO. Two teams of policemen have Department of Defense (DND) 6/02/09-- The police force of was facing a complaint for par- The two workers were wounded been assigned to the disputed peacekeepers and the Department of the Interior Boracay has been dragged into tiality and illegal arrest fi led by in the leg and were hospitalized. property to prevent further vio- and Local Government (DILG), the controversy involving a land security guards of Winace Hold- Ardiente, who was reassigned to lence, according to Guinto. PHILIPPINE NEWS SERVICE nearly 80 former UN peacekeepers dispute after the island’s police ings Philippines Inc. the police regional offi ce in Iloilo Police also initiated dialogues 6/02/09 -- THE Philippine govern- from the Armed Forces of the Phil- chief was removed from his post Guinto said Ardiente was re- City, denied any irregularity in the between the feuding parties. ment is looking20at increasing ippines (AFP) and the Philippine for alleged partiality. lieved to pave the way for an the deployment of female peace- National Police (PNP), as well as Aklan police director Senior impartial investigation of the keepers in support of the foreign members of the diplomatic corps, Superintendent Clarence Guinto complaint filed by the security missions to maintain peace and including ambassadors and repre- said he had directed Superinten- guards. stability in the world. sentatives from Troop and Police dent Anthony Ma ghari to replace The BSTPO arrested two secu- Imelda to This is in accordance with this Contributing Countries, will grace Supt. Arnold Ardiente as chief rity guards of Winace last May 19 year’s International Day of United the event. of the Boracay Special Tourist after a guard shot and wounded have eye Nations Peacekeepers theme of During the event, the Dag Ham- Police Offi ce (BSTPO) effective two workers of property claim- greater involvement by women in marskjold Medal will be presented Monday. ant Ruth Tirol-Jarantilla dur- UN peacekeeping missions. to Immaculate Batalla, the widow ing a confrontation in Barangay surgery Meanwhile, in honor of the dedi- of Philippine Army officer Lt. ternational Day of United Nations Mission in the Congo in 1963. PHILIPPINE NEWS SERVICE, cated service of Filipino peace- Col. Renerio Batalla who died Peacekeepers in the Philippines” keepers, the Department of For- Subsequent mission were sent in 6/02/09 -- THE Sandiganbayan of malaria on October 24, 2008 as designated in Resolution 57/129 Afghanistan, Burundi, Cambodia, allowed former First Lady Imelda eign Affairs (DFA) is hosting the while serving in the UN Mission by the United Nations General As- Romualdez-Marcos to travel to Sin- inaugural inter-agency Philippine Cote d’Ivoire, Georgia, Haiti, Iraq, in Sudan. sembly of 2002. Kosovo, Liberia, Nepal, Sudan gapore to undergo eye operation. celebration of the International The Dag Hammarskjold Medal Over the years, Philippine peace- Marcos was granted a 10-day Day of United Nations Peacekeep- and Timor-Leste. is a posthumous award to members keepers have earned the respect In October 2008, UN Secretary travel permit from June 2 to 12. ers today (May 29). She was scheduled to undergo of peacekeeping operations who and recognition of the United Na- General Ban Ki-Moon and Secre- The Philippines is the third lost their lives during service with pre-operation procedures and actual tions because of their outstanding tary of Foreign Affairs Albert G. eye surgery at the Singapore National Eye Imelda Marcos on Facebook largest troop contributor in South- a peacekeeping operation under performance and tireless commit- east Asia and ranked 30th in the Romulo jointly signed a memo- Center and the Singapore General Hospital. Her lawyer Robert Sison said the operational control and author- ment to maintain global peace and randum of understanding allowing that since November, Mrs. Marcos had started complaining about her blur- world. ity of the United Nations. security. Foreign Affairs Secretary Al- the Philippines to participate in the ring vision and visual distortion on her left eye. On April 16, 2009, President The Philippines has sent peace- Mrs. Marcos will be accompanied by her children former congress- berto G. Romulo, who sits as chair UN Standby Arrangement System Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo signed keeping missions all over the (UNSAS) to provide resources for woman Imee Marcos and Ilocos Norte Rep. Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos, of the Philippine Inter-Agency Proclamation No. 1755 declaring world beginning with the air force Jr. and grandchildren Borgy and Michael during her Singapore trip. Council on UN Peacekeeping Op- peacekeeping operations within May 29 of each year as the “In- deployment in support of the UN agreed response times. noon and early morning yesterday 10 Abus killed as they attacked their hideout, resulting in heavy damage and in encounter casualties for the ASG. Estrella claimed that right af- PHILIPPINE NEWS SERVICE, ter the bandits freed their three 6/02/09 -- TEN suspected mem- kidnapped teachers, 1st Marine bers of Abu Sayyaf were killed Brigade commander, Brig. Gen- while more others were believed to eral Rustico Guerrero, immedi- be wounded following encounter ately ordered an strike operation with forces of Philippine Marine against the kidnappers. in Sumisip, Basilan. It can be recalled that Tuesday According to Task Force Trillium morning the Abu Sayyaf released Spokesman Captain Neil Anthony victims; Freirez Quizon, Rafael Estrella, the encounter started at Mayonada and Jeannete delos about 3 p.m. on Tuesday in Sumi- Reyes, both teachers of Landang sip, Basilan. Gua Elementary School in Mo- Estrella said there were already hamad Ajul. ten cadavers recovered in the en- Estrella said the slain bandits counter site. were members of Abu Sayyaf “Ten bodies of Abu Sayyaf kid- Commander Pula Muntong, Ben nappers were recovered in the Mungkay and Furuji Indama who encounter site and we believed were responsibl e in the series of they suffered more casualties,” hostage incident in Basilan. Estrella said. Aside from the recovered ten The official said members of dead bodies, the military believe First Marine Brigade encountered that there were more bandits in- the group of bandits Tuesday after- jured in the encounter. June 5 - 11, 2009 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 3 “Adobo Nation” turns one! Filipina Woman Running Across the U.S. to Raise TFC North America’s weekly magazine talk show celebrates with anniversary episode and barrio fiesta Awareness of TB Makes First Stop in Las Vegas REDWOOD CITY, CA, June 1, 2009 – Adobo Nation, the Sunday evening magazine talk show that has become a weekend staple for TFC viewers in North America, L to R: Diana Zuniga, Country Development Manager, Sylvia Eliat, recently celebrated its first year Integrated Marketing Communica- with an anniversary episode and a tions Director, Joy Rojas, Mat Macabe barrio fiesta chock-full of Philip- (Trainer), Chuck Crisanto, Tans USA pine culinary delights. Manager and Lynn Thomas, Owner Nineteen successful Filipino of Pack and Mail, Western Union restaurants in the U.S. took part in Agent. the anniversary barrio fiesta held at ABS-CBN North America’s only to the Filipino community but to corporate office in Redwood City, everyone. California. These are: Alimango, “This is the first time ever that we Auntie Em’s Fine Foods and have sponsored a transcontinental Pastries, Bistro Luneta, Boracay runner. We are proud to support such At Adobo Nation’s Anniversary Barrio Fiesta at the ABS-CBN North great causes and also build an aware- Garden & Grill, Chicken D’Lite, ness about our great services. She is Gerry’s Brill, Goldilocks, House America corporate office are, from left, ABS-CBN North America’s Media Production & Events Group Head John-D Lazatin, Ad Sales Director Ricky Joy Rojas (left) with partner Mat Macabe in front of the Western Union yes! an example of our yes! campaign. of Silvannas, Intramuros, Jollibee, Resurreccion, Adobo Nation co-host Jaja Bolivar, News Bureau Chief & Campaign bus during their stop in Las Vegas, NV Again, we want to ignite the spirit of Kadok’s, Kuya’s Asian Cuisine, Adobo Nation’s Over-all Head of Production Ging Reyes, co-host Michi Val- the Filipino community.” Ling Nam, Mana, Patio Filipino, ENGLEWOOD, CO, 6/02/09 – Joy The Palace Station Hotel and Casino After resting on Sunday, Rojas is eriano, North America Managing Director Chinky De Jesus, co-host Karmina Rojas, a 44-year old woman, is the first on May 23. “It’s been a very difficult Philippine Grocery, Poleng, Red Constantino, and ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corporation Chairman & CEO back on the road. Filipina attempting to run across the task to do but we have no regrets. In Crisanto said that this week, Rojas Lantern and Tribu. Eugenio “Gabby” Lopez III. (Photo by Rio Gache-Hernandez) United States in a period of 100 days the 12 days since we ran from the The fiesta was attended by media, would be running northwest of Las and is being sponsored by The West- Glendale, CA area to Nevada, we Vegas to Mesquite before going on longtime Adobo Nation advertis- Adobo Nation has attracted a Cheryl Burke, Olympic swimming ern Union Company (NYSE: WU), a have seen and done things that we ers that included Western Union, Route 66 straight to Utah. loyal following not only for its gold medalist Natalie Coughlin, world leader in global money transfer never thought we’d ever see and do About the Western Union yes! Goldilocks, and Dublin Toyota, wildly popular Lasang Pinoy (Fili- and handbag and ladies shoes services. The company is proud to in our lifetime. We’ve crossed the Campaign yes! is Western Union’s and a host of other supporters. pino Flavor) segment that features designer Rafe Totengco of Rafē sponsor Rojas’ Trans America run as Mojave Desert. We have climbed up first global brand initiative of this They were joined by ABS-CBN Filipino food and restaurants, but New York; Sari-Sari, Etc. which it fits well with the company’s spirt of Mount Baldy. We have seen snow magnitude. The campaign creates an yes! - the new global brand campaign for the first time in our lives and ate executives and managers led by six other highly interesting seg- showcases What’s In and What’s emotional connection that is cultur- ABS-CBN Broadcasting Corpora- introduced earlier this year. cactus.” ally relevant to consumers worldwide ments: A-List, a discussion of Out; Well Well Wellness which Rojas has completed her first leg to Since sprinting out of the Eagle tion Chairman and CEO Eugenio the week’s hot topics; Big Time tackles the health of the Filipino and leverages some of the world’s Las Vegas, NV. Joy Rojas began her Rock Plaza in Los Angeles, CA two most creative minds to bring the “Gabby” Lopez III, ABS-CBN Ka Na (You’re Big Time) that American mind, body and spirit; journey in the Eagle Rock plaza in Los weeks ago, Rojas has run 30 to 35 Global COO Raffy Lopez and has featured the likes of two-time ATM Ano’ng Tanong Mo (What’s brand to life. The new global brand Angeles, California on May 10. Two miles a day. She runs from 5 a.m. to campaign will broaden and align the ABS-CBN North America Manag- Dancing with the Stars champion Your Question) which talks about weeks later, Rojas, a journalist from 11 a.m. before taking a brief lunch ing Director Chinky De Jesus. iconic Western Union brand in more tough financial questions; and Manila, Philippines, has run more than break. Her break goes from 11 a.m. than 200 countries and territories in Barangay USA, a fast-paced and 300 miles to Las Vegas, NV. until 4 p.m. so she can beat the desert which Western Union operates. It is humor-filled interactive public “It’s been the most colorful 12 days heat, then continues running from the embodiment of an ambitious and service and community news bits of my life,” said Rojas in a press 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. She is running forward-looking new vision for the segment. conference during Western Union’s with her trainer, Mat Macabe, who company. This repositioning human- Customer Appreciation Day outside of is running and biking on the journey, izes the brand and focuses on the con- “When we were trying to come and Chuck Crisanto, the TransUSA up with a title of a show about sumer rather than the transaction. The one-stop pop culture pro- Director, in the support van. the lives of Filipinos in the U.S., Rojas plans to run more than 3,000 the word ‘adobo’ first came to gram with a Filipino American About Western Union miles across the United States of The Western Union Company (NYSE:WU) mind,” recalls Ging Reyes, ABS- twist is currently hosted by the America in 100-days. Rojas plans to powerful female troika of brains, is a leader in global money transfer ser- CBN North America’s News reach her goal by arriving at the Phil- vices. Together with its Vigo and Orlandi Bureau Chief and Adobo Nation’s banter and beauty – Karmina ippine Consulate in New York City on Valuta-branded money transfer services, Overall in Charge of Production. Constantino, Jaja Bolivar and September 8. A survivor of tubercu- Western Union provides consumers with “’Adobo’ is a popular dish that has Michi Valeriano. Original male losis, Rojas’s is also running for her fast, reliable and convenient ways to send become an iconic representation co-host JC Gonzales will continue beneficiaries: Division of the Philip- and receive money around the world, pine Heart Center and the Anti-TB of Filipino culture. And just as to make occasional appearances as well as send payments and purchase Program of the Inner Wheel Club of money orders. It operates through a com- this tasty dish draws Filipinos to through special segments. Catch Adobo Nation on TFC Quezon City, District 378. Her trainer bined network of 379,000 Agent locations the table, Adobo Nation has also and life partner, Macabe, underwent in 200 countries and territories. Famous become a TV show for Filipinos every Sunday at 6:40pm PST. open-heart surgery last year. for its pioneering telegraph services, the to hang out, to learn new things, For more information, please visit Silvia Eliat, Marketing Director of original Western Union dates back to to discover and rediscover our rich www.adobonation.tv. Ethnic Segments for Western Union, 1851. For more information, visit www. heritage.” said that Rojas is an inspiration not westernunion.com. Page 4 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com June 5 - 11, 2009 ”Ako raw ang prinsesa niya sa of the panel conducting the probe, Kho refuses to name bigtime ikalawa niyang mundo. Bata po ako to ordered Afuang’s arrest. Kapunan madali niya ako napaniwala. Ako earlier threatened that she and her On the move ecstasy source for fear of ang biktima rito. Araw-araw biktima client, Kho, would walk out of the ako habang pinapanood ang nasabing hearing if the panel would not hold video. Hangad ko po ang hustisya at the hearing in an executive session. by Ashley Silverio family’s safety hukuman kahit alam kong habang Senate Pro Tempore Jinggoy PHILIPPINE NEWS SERVICE, buhay ko nang dadalhin ang ginawa Estrada and Sen. Ramon Revilla Read Ashley Silverio’s previous articles by visit- 6/02/09 -- A contrite-looking Dr. sa akin,” she stressed. Jr., who made the privilege speech ing our website at www.asianjournalusa.com Hayden Kho yesterday told a tale of Halili added:”Sana sa publiko condemning Kho’s videotaping of sex and drugs at the Senate hearing itigil na natin ang pagtangkilik ng mga his sexual intercouse with Halili, on the sex video scandal involving sex videos at malalaswang panoorin. objected to Kho’s motion. him with several women including Kung walang tumatangkilik wala ring Lawyer Adel Tamano, who repre- For Filipina American actress Katrina Halili. gagawa ng mga sex video. Sana ang sented Dr.Vicky Belo, Kho’s former Kho claimed that Halili intro- pangalang Katrina Halili na lamang boyfriend, attended the hearing to 10News reporter Jennifer duced him to drugs. ang huli sa mga sex videos. Sana wala present his client’s affi davit. Belo He told Sen. Jinggoy Estrada on ng susunod pa. admitted that she was the one who Jensen, pursuing her dream Halili’s instiga tion he took ecstasy At the start of the hearing, Abner ordered Kho’s friends — Erik Chua Hayden Kho and Karina Halili before they had sex. Afuang, a former policeman and a and Herbert “Bistek” Rosario — to was never too late “Everytime we see each other tabloid columnist, threw water at retrieve the computers and hard drive that she uses drugs but Kho dared there was no conversation. It was all Kho,29, which forced her lawyer from Kho’s apartment last Dec.9 growth not only in my own communi- her to take a drug test using her hair few weeks ago, I drugs and sex,” Kho added. Lorna Kapunan to reiterate the need because she knew that she also have ty but also in the county as a whole… which the doctor said would be bet- Halili denied Kho’s claim and to hold the hearing in an executive a sex video with Kho. had the opportu- Even though it would take about ter because it would show residue of session. nity to sit down three or four hours to drive to all prohibited substance even a year after Sen. Jamby Madrigal, chairperson A four corners of San Diego County, I that I could mail my tapes to them. it was taken. with Jennifer Jensen, gen- have some kind of memory either as But I insisted that I wanted to drive The cosmetic surgeon however a child or from my job in television out to them and shake their hands. refused to name his supplier of illegal eral assignment reporter news that I can recount from every I gave my tapes to two channels drugs saying his family’s safety was for 10News in San Diego. city I pass through along the way. in Yuma. There weren’t any open- at stake. He said his supplier was a ings at one, but the other gave me an “big man” with connections in gov- I feared that I was already When did you realize that you interview. I was hired by KSWT in ernment. pushing the bounds of her wanted to go into journalism? Yuma and I worked from 10 am to 7 ”Hindi ko po masasabi ang source pm for nine months. I liked the job, ko. I cannot compromise the safety of hospitality by arriving to When I was about 9 years the people, and the town. But then, my family. May threat sa aking pami- old, I was doing a play at the my mom was diagnosed with breast lya,” Kho told the senators. our interview at 6:20 pm Spreckel’s Theater in downtown San cancer. My brother was teaching “Kapal ng mukha mo! Nakukuha (Jensen shows up to work Diego. Our group was invited to English in Singapore at the time and mo pang tumingin sa akin!” perform on the local, early morning I needed to be with her... [So] A distraught and angry Halili threw at 3:30 am to prepare television program “Sun Up San Di- I resigned my position and the barbed words at Kho. for the 10News morning ego.” When I walked into the KFMB came back to San Diego… After her outburst, Halili, 23, broke television studios, I had an “aha” mo- I anchored the news and reported down. The actress’ mother and sister edition). Nonetheless, ment with the lights, the cameras… with a ‘mom and pop’ news station were present at the hearing so was I knew it was what I wanted to do. in Temecula... It was a great job, but Kho’s mother, Irene, who was dressed Jensen was a gracious I ended up studying journalism my dream was to work in San Diego. in white like her son. host and shared her story at SDSU… I wanted to do journal- Then one day, Sean Kennedy Halili, dressed in green body hug- ism, but after graduation I went into [from Channel 10] called me regard- ging blouse, was responding to the as one of the few Filipina- public relations instead… I liaised ing an opening. I was in disbelief. query of Sen. Ramon Revilla Jr. how Americans in broadcast with various media outlets in San I didn’t even believe it really was she has been following her discovery Diego, but after several years in someone from Channel 10! He of- of a sex video with Kho which the news in San Diego. public relations, I asked myself if it fered me a freelance job starting the latter made without her knowledge. was really what I really wanted to do. following week… As soon as I got off “Hindi ako makalabas ng bahay,” sh What are some of your memories I realized that it was never too the phone, I think I started to hyper- e said. of growing up in San Diego? late to pursue my dreams, so I went ventilate. It was a dream come true. In between sobs, the actress gave a to San Diego City College and en- I told Carol LeBeau (Channel 10’s very emotional statement wherein she I grew up in Fletcher Hills and rolled in their television program. veteran news anchor who, until her admitted committing a grave mistake attended schools in La Mesa. My I fi nished the program after a year retirement last week, had worked at in falling in love with Kho. But at the brother and I were active with Star- and a half and got an internship at Channel 10 for 28 years) that as a same time she vowed to get justice light Musical Theater. Although Channel 10. As an intern, I par- child I would stand in front of the for what Kho had done to her and he always had the starring roles, I ticipated in every role of broadcast bathroom mirror with a hairbrush and to the doctor’s other victims, whom was more or less an extra. May- journalism, from writing to pretend to do interviews, like her. I he also videotaped while having sex be that gave me incentive to push producing. I paid my dues. couldn’t believe that I was working with him. myself to do more as I got older! with these anchors and reporters who ”Wala akong malay na ang bawa’t My parents were very active with What was your first job I always admired, like Steve Fiorina, yakap at halik ay scripted. Buong-buo Samahan... every dance performance, in broadcast journalism? Bob Lawrence, and Hal Clement. kong binigay yung puso at ang kalu- every luncheon, every fundraiser, luwa ko sa isang lalaking gumagawa every ball: I would be there… After fi nishing at City College, I What has been your most memo- pala ng sariling pelikula. Ang tanga Even though I am hapa, everyone went to Yuma, Arizona to explore job rable experience reporting? ko. Imbes na doktor, direktor pala. always treated me kindly and over- opportunities. I had two small children Inaamin ko ang pagkakamali ko. Ang whelmed me with tradition and praise. at the time, so I wanted to stay in the pagkakamali ko ay minahal ko siya. Being born and raised in San Di- area [close to San Diego]. I contacted (Continued on page 10) At naniwala ako na minahal nya rin ego, I was able to witness tremendous prospective employers and they said ako ng lubusan,” Halili said. June 5 - 11, 2009 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 5 Our life and times Mr. and Mrs. Art Macario by Simeon G. Silverio Jr. Read Sim Silverio’s previous articles by visiting our website at and www.asianjournalusa.com Mr. and Mrs. Tony Soto-Contemprato A Gawad Kalinga Story: have the honor There are no “sliding of announcing the marriage doors” for Tony Olaes of their children “We had a nice dinner at the hotel restaurant,” he told me. “We watched a show and then retired to Nick Labao Macario our room.” .. .When he looked out of the window the next morning, he saw military tanks passing and by the front of the hotel. and other conveniences that they were Katherine Soto Contemprato San Diego, California used to in the United States. With June 5, 2009 fl ies swarming all over them every on May 26th, 2009 time they ate and slept, they vowed uring a meet- never to return to the country of their parents’ birth. in San Diego, California ing of Filipino The experience reminds me of Americans in another story of a second-generation D Filipino American in San Diego. San Diego, California, I His father, a U.S. naval retiree from Cavite, convinced him to visit the invited all present to visit country with his family. The son is a the Philippines with their self-made man who raised his fam- Top Photo: Tony Olaes spoke before a gathering of GK residents and ily with his American-born wife in advocates in October 2008 during the awarding ceremony of GK homes in families so that they could the U.S. Although he and his family a village he built with the help of other FilAms of San Diego. Lower Photo: were not used to the living conditions God Little Acre Village in Cavite, Philippines. share the beauty and cul- in a Third World country like the ture of our beloved coun- Philippines, they stayed in his father’s crossfi re. met a charming man and got home to ancestral house in Cavite instead of a He called the front desk and was fi nd her evil boyfriend in bed with try with their children. luxury hotel. During the last few days advised not to leave his room. How- another woman. She ended up living of their stay, he decided to leave his ever, afraid for his safety, he packed a happy life with the man she met at One woman, a friend who lives in children with relatives and book a their bags and checked out despite the train. In an alternate version, she a million-dollar mansion in South room in the luxurious Shangrila Hotel the warnings of the hotel personnel. missed the train as its sliding doors San Diego, told me that she could not in Makati with his wife. He and his wife forced their way closed infront of her. She ended up convince her children to go back after “We had a nice dinner at the ho- through the blockade and fl ed to the getting mugged, did not discover their initial visit to the Philippines tel restaurant,” he told me. “We safety of Cavite where his relatives the infi delity of her loser boyfriend, years ago. watched a show and then retired to and children were staying. landed a crummy waitress job and “Why?” I asked her, surprised that our room.” Such a bad experience during one’s lived a miserable life. her children would have such a nega- When he looked out of the window visit would be enough to discourage In Tony Olaes’ case, however, the tive reaction when my daughters enjoy the next morning, he saw military one from returning to the Philippines “sliding doors” did not have any ef- their stay every time they visit. tanks passing by the front of the for good. However, after he was fect on his decision to help the poor. As it turns out, they stayed at their hotel. introduced to the charitable works Despite his initial negative experience sister’s in Payatas, which has become “They must be shooting a movie,” of Gawad Kalinga, Tony Olaes not of witnessing a military coup attempt a dumpsite in Quezon City. Many he told his wife. only kept returning, but has become and seeing fi rst-hand the political in- squatter families live in the area and When he turned on the television, one of the most ardent advocates of stability of the country, he still stuck adults and children alike search for however, he found out that rebel mili- the movement, donating and raising it out and became one of the most recyclables as their sole means of tary personnel took over the Oakwood thousands of dollars and personal time ardent advocates of Gawad Kalinga, a livelihood. To top it off, my friend Hotel across the street and were trying to the cause. noble mission he continues to pursue and her family stayed there most of to stage a coup. Pretty soon, the entire In the movie “Sliding Doors” star- to this day. their vacation. Her children had to area was blocked. ring Gwyneth Paltrow, two possible Next week, from June 12 to 14, contend with poor living conditions He was alarmed and afraid that he versions of a girl’s life was shown. Tony Olaes will once again inspire the and no hot showers, air conditioning and his wife would be caught in the When she caught a ride on a train, she (Continued on page 6) Page 6 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com June 5 - 11, 2009 Perspectives

is some validation in the motto, their new freedom. They think that opment activities can enhance the you to join a fraternity that could be ‘study hard so one can play hard.’” freedom means having nothing to do students’ application for scholarships, benefi cial to your university career,” and all the time in the world to do it. graduate school and employment. Far Rosel suggested. Voices & Images Junior Year • They spent too much time on social Eastern University (FEU) offers many Rosel learned great things in his In his junior year, Rosel had al- activities, not enough on their stud- opportunities for the students to have involvement with fraternities – such as ready some insights why so many ies. Inability to balance studying and a hands-on experience on leadership dealing with people, trouble-shooting by Riz A. Oades promising students did not make it in leisure time sensibly and effectively. and politics. Most students who took problems, taking the lead and setting the university. “Apart from family’s • There are lot of temptations or part in such exercises have delved into positive examples, and working to- gether as a team. Read Dr. Oades’ s previous articles by visiting opportunities to get into trouble in the political environment in the “real college -- booze, women, parties, world” at various levels. You gain a lot of knowledge in your our website at www.asianjournalusa.com and gambling. And interestingly, There were a number of campus stu- fraternity experience, but retain the the more sheltered and protected dent associations one can participate, friends and contacts that you make in the student has been for 17 years, notably the FEUCSO (The Council of the brotherhood. The bond of brother- the greater the stress and strain of Student Organizations.) Here resolu- hood is very unique in the fraternity, In Search of the Good Life: the college years. tions were authored, amended and one that will last a lifetime. • They are in the wrong col- passed by student leaders from dif- lege or in the wrong course. They ferent organizations; university-wide Humanitarian Impulse Getting the best out of or parents choose it for them with- and institute-based. One campus club that appealed out knowing what it was like. For “The student shouldn’t worry about to Rosel was the Sociology Club, them it is too hard, or too easy, too being president of this student body,” whose purpose was to encourage the university uninteresting, lacking in cultural says Rosel. “The key is whether informal interaction among faculty experiences and activities. you’ve done something signifi cant, and students, provide opportunities hile academics • They came to college for the center stage or behind the scenes.” for students interested in sociology to wrong reasons: family pressure, Rosel run as an Institute’s delegate meet one another, and provide a forum come fi rst to friends going, and the prestige of to FEUCSO in that year. “Unfortu- for relevant activities. Rosel Aquino college, low tuition, closeness to nately,” says Rosel, “I had a trau- Its activities included fi eld trips W home, desire to meet boys or girls, matic experience during that cam- and informal lectures were organized. Zobel, his extracurricular or “the right people.” paign. Gene Floresca, a candidate for Member-ship is open to all students College is not right for all people. FEUCSO president and I had met in who have social concerns and are activities reveal a great And a failure at a fi rst attempt is one of the student’s canteen or kiosks interested in volunteer community deal about him. As a not the last chances. .Some people on Morayta Street, just outside of the services. return to college after trying the campus, to plan out campaign strat- For two consecutive college years, junior, he closely looked job market and maturing a little, egy; and got into a heated argument Rosel organized in-kind donation and succeed. Some, on the other with a barkada (teen peer group). events and fi eld trips to public and at the available options on hand, will fi nd that college is not “This confrontation evolved into private institutions that include the campus, exploring those for them after all. a fi st fi ght,” relates Rosel. “Since the Tala Leprosarium, National Mental “I’m convinced though that most two of us were outnumbered, we fl ed Hospital at Mandaluyong, and Boys activities that would give drop-outs need never have dropped back to the campus. Town. The last is a special place for him the promising range at all,” he said. “They could have “As we approached the gate of Manila’s abandoned, forgotten, and found success, if they had only campus. with a security guard on voluntarily surrendered children, and of options afterward. known what college would really sight,” Rosel continued telling. “Gene teenagers. Having my work on campus was a included Argumentation & Debate, be like, what it would demand of sat on the curb and motioned me to go You will grow a lot during your col- lack of funds, a big problem for a them, and how they could solve ahead, saying he was okayed. I then privilege, apart from earning money, I Public Speaking and Speech & had vir-tually unlimited access to the lege years, which can be pretty engag- Drama. “Such courses had improved lot of new students is a combination them.” proceeded to my hospital offi ce and ing. Involvement in activities, such of homesickness and a feeling of “The problems that students meet asked the outpatient resident on duty university resources – library, scholar- my skill in presentations before a ships, networks, orga-nizations, and as leadership development programs large crowd and membership in such alienation.” in college are old ones. They have to treat my bruises.” and community service projects, will We don’t know all the answers. been around for a long time. When The following day, Rosel received infl uence. campus organizations as the debating Study shows that students who par- greatly complement and enhance your club and dramatic guild,” he said. But we do know some of the im- they meet them for the fi rst time, they the shocking news that Gene died of overall educational experience. portant ones, based on his personal seem fresh, new, challenging, and stabbed wound, using an ice pick, the ticipated in extracurricular activities “Such involvement had propelled had higher grades, higher academic “One should take advantage of me as the ‘Most Outstanding Debater’ experiences. Not all of them apply sometimes disturbing. Most of the previous night. “I still can not imag- extracurricular activities that provide to everyone of the college drop-outs, answers that people will supply these ine,” says Rosel, why he didn’t tell aspirations, and better academic at- in one of the Institute’s sponsored titudes than whose who were not in- opportunities for learning, personal contest debate events,” says Rosel. according to him. But, taken together, students are old too. They won’t fi nd me and why I didn’t notice any blood growth, and career enhancement,” they explain why: the answers to all their problems. They in his outfi t.” volved at all. Through such activities, “The essence of those courses is Rosel succeeded in initiating long- Rosel declared. they develop eloquence in expressing • Students are not trained to work must fi nd out for themselves which He combined his academic studies on their own, to set their own goals, answer is best for them,” according Why Join the Fraternity? term relationships. Some of his very student’s opinion and being fi rm about good friends today have been people with newfound leadership pursuits. it. He learns the power of dialogue to plan and manage their lives. to him. Rosel joined two fraternities: the It’s pretty easy to fi nd out about ac- • They can’t read fast enough or “The point is: unless you, college- Epsilon Gamma Phi and the Delta he met during his university years. and persuasion, a skill that would be Also, the university experience is tivities available on campus. Once useful in his teaching career. well enough to handle the college’s boy-to-be, have some purpose in at- Sigma Lambda, which he helped to you start exploring, sometimes the demanding reading program. They tending college, some strong drive that establish. The former is a fraternity of the building block for the achieve- “Much I was aware that I worked ment of Rosel’s life ambitions. There challenge is fi guring out how much full-time,” relates Rosel, “I sought a couldn’t keep up with their assign- comes from within, you are not likely scholars; whereas the latter is a group time you can devote to them. ments. to have the full and rich ex¬perience of student leaders. is truism, “Life in the university is a balance in college life – a mixture of golden experience everyone should By the end of his sophomore year, social and academic happenings. I • They don’t know how to study, that you deserve,” he said. If the student’s goals include be- Rosel had taken classes that would how to take notes, how to use the coming a leader in his fi eld of choice feel.” – Riz didn’t tip the balance in either direc- (To be continued) give him communication skills and tion – not until my senior year. There library. Leadership Development and an in-dividual of great accom- exposure to networking. These classes • They don’t know what to do with Involvement in leadership devel- plishment, then “I would strongly urge

never think it’s very cool at all to while others are fi nally fi nishing. laugh very much. Well you know Some individuals came to something? Laughing is indeed the school as children and left No “sliding doors” for Tony Olaes cool. as adolescents. Others came as At Large... adolescents and are leaving as (Continued from page 5) share his story with them, so that they A cool time of year adults. All are leaving a bit wiser, hundreds of attendees at the annual too may be encouraged to follow his by Miles Beauchamp a bit more mature (even if it is a Gawad Kalinga Summit to be held in example by helping the poor of the This time of year is always fi fty-fi ve year old college graduate the campus of Harvard University in Philippines, with or without “sliding wonderful. It’s graduation time – or a fi ve year old nursery school Cambridge, Massachusetts. He will doors” in their lives. - AJ Read Miles Beauchamp’s previous articles by visiting our web- a time of a whole lot of laughter! graduate), and will never look at site at www.asianjournalusa.com The students I teach graduate, my themselves in quite the way they kids graduate, I love being in it did before they walked on stage all. The faces look so smart and to get that diploma. learned. The eyes sparkle and the step has a pronounced bounce. We all made a difference Sol Poetry Laughter These women and men have graduated! Sometimes we hear about the by Soledad O. Bautista Where did all the laughter go and when did it leave? From where did your child impact a teacher had on a student. graduate; was it from pre-school to Well you know what? I have never (1917 - 2009) I’ve got a question for you. It’s a comes barreling out, and we can’t kindergarten or from elementary met a teacher whose life was not serious question even through the hold it in. The kind where you cut to middle school? Or, perhaps, changed by their students, either. Pre-order the book “Smiles from the Heart: The Poems of Soledad O. topic is humor. So here it is: At loose with a laugh that is loud, your child went from middle to Bautista” via e-mail at [email protected]. what age did you quit laughing? raucous, and won’t stop. The kind high school. Could it be that this Here is something you might Now if you’re like most people to of laughter we had as kids. The week your son or daughter fi nally think about. At some point in whom I ask that question, you said kind of laughter we had when we graduated from high school? Or, the distant future you will think something like, “What are you weren’t shy about laughing, we just possibly, your child is now wistfully about a teacher. Perhaps talking about? I still laugh!” didn’t need to be grownup, we graduating from college. that instructor smiled at you dur- SHARE WITH LOVE But you know what? You prob- weren’t afraid to laugh. From wherever your child ing a depressing morning; maybe ably don’t. Now please understand Remember that laughter? That she truly made algebra not just is graduating, it is defi nitely a big Love God with all your heart and soul that I’m not talking about “adult wonderful laughter? What hap- deal! “Look at me, mom! Look understandable, but so much fun laughter” that kind where we pened to it? When did you stop at me, dad! Look at me, world! I that you made computer science Obey Him and love your fellowmen chuckle, we snicker a bit, or we that kind of laugher? your career. It might be that he graduated!” Love your parents for the care, love and education they gave cover out mouths when we have Most of us stop that kind of I see people graduating from taught you what good writing to laugh at something. Nope, I’m laughing in our teen years. It’s then many different places. My son is actually looked like; or he helped you talking about the kind of laugh- that we start to try to look cool, be fi nishing his fi rst year at middle you further your own understand- ter that wells up deep within us, cool. And for some reason, we school and my daughter gets to ing of the cosmos. Maybe she just Love your peaceful, friendly neighbors move to elementary school. She’s took the time to hear you. Love tender-hearted people who help, especially the poor happy and nervous at the same ASIAN JOURNAL time. She’s happy because now This is the interesting part: Love compassionate millionaires The fi rst Asian-Filipino weekly in Southern California she’s so “grown up” and nervous that teacher you may think about Not selfi sh, stingy, avaricious greedy An award-winning newspaper, it is San Diego’s most because the school is so big. years from now will have also widely circulated Asian-Filipino newpaper! thought about you. You have had But cheerfully joining the Gawad Kalinga In Pursuit of Excellence One more success in life an impact on your school and on your instructors. And for myself, To help the poorest of the poor Simeon G. Silverio, Jr. Genevieve Silverio Managing Editor I like graduations, they are I thank you. I am a better person Together with other donors and volunteers Publisher & Editor for knowing you, for teaching wonderful success stories. There Built 25,000 cottages with provisions Santi Silverio Miles Beauchamp are, after all, many things that you, for learning from you. To the Associate Publisher Associate Editor can hinder education. Just a few graduating class at Alliant Inter- For health, education and program for livelihood national University, you have my of the obstacles that can get in Making 25,000 families so happy Ashley Silverio the way of a complete education congratulations and my gratitude. Assistant Editor include poverty, health, lack of Now the world is yours, treat it Their program is ongoing motivation, peer pressure, drugs, well. Eugenio “Ego” Osin, (1946 - 1994) violence, pregnancy, and lack of a To the teachers who nurtured They need voluntary support great or small Joe Cabrera, (1924 - 1996) role model. Yet millions of people and taught my children I offer my Drop by drop a bucket gets full Soledad Bautista (1917-2009) around the world are graduating deepest thank you. I entrusted this month. Millions more adults that which is most precious to me Be glad you do not need a Gawad Kalinga The Asian Journal is published weekly and distributed in who raised these kids are seeing and you handed them back better Instead be a part of it with your drop, drop now and then their own hard work pay off. than when they fi rst came to you. all Asian communties in San Diego County. Publication date Thank you, thank you. Who said, “The more you give, the more you receive?” is every Friday of the month. Advertising deadline is Thursday Graduations are never some- thing to be taken lightly. The And fi nally, thank you to the Then added, “It’s more blessed to give than to receive.” prior to publication date at 5 p.m. For advertising rates, rate world of the graduate will never students I worked with this past cards, or information, call (619) 474-0588. Subscription by mail again be the same. Some of the year. It was fun, it was diffi cult, Oh, I would like to be the giver! is available for $50 per year (56 issues). The Asian Journal is people with whom great and won- it was challenging, and it was not responsible for unsolicited manuscripts and photographs derful friendships were forged will wonderful. I have grown and but welcomes submissions. Entire content is © 2008 copyrighted never be seen again. Some people become better for having known will change careers while others you. Now, go do good things and ©2009 copyright by Family of Soledad O. Bautista. All rights reserved. material by Asian Journal. Materials in this publication may not never forget to laugh while you’re be reproduced without specifi c permission from the publisher. will start new ones. Some people are continuing with education at it!

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Girls Club Association of San Diego knowledge of the programs that are and workshop which is supposedly PTE-HOPE, County) and members that are of all available for all communities and to well practiced by the Caster Family Mabuhay Alliance weighs multi-ethnic communities. participate actively with them with no Center for Nonprofit Research at the Inc. participate Many members of the Filipino strings attached is our Latino counter- University of San Diego. SDG&E plans for energy American communities feel that even part, President Mateo Camarillo. The session will present field- though we may have a representatives The U.S. Bank invited all who tested models of how organization in Greenlining that is involved in the Greenlining works with nonprofit and philan- throughout the nation are functioning efficiency in CPUC hearing Institute the individuals giving us full thropic sector to an in-depth seminar Institute event (Continued on page 16) SAN DIEGO, 6/05/09 -- The four Invester–Owned Utilities: 2009-2011 Energy Efficiency Edison, SoCal Gas, SDG&E, and By Marissa Acierto | SAN DIEGO- Plans submitted by local utility PG&E. The four utilities propose On June 5, 2009, Friday, members of company, San Diego Gas & Elec- to collect and spend $4 .2 bil- PTE-HOPE, Inc. will be participating tric were held up to public scrutiny lion for energy efficiency during in a collaborative measure with Green- during the public hearings on en- lining Institute and sponsorships from 2009–2011. Edison’s share is the U.S. Bank on workshops that will ergy efficiency on Tuesday, June $1.34 billion. SoCal’s share is be a time-tested model for non-profit 2, 2009 at the Al Bahr Shriners $542 million. SDG&E’s share is innovation. Center in Kearny Mesa. $514 million. Our President Mateo Camarillo is The hearings were sponsored Stockholder Incentives. The a member of the Greenlining Insti- by the California Public Utilities CPUC awarded $82 million in tute. He is also a Co-Founder and Commission (CPUC) and presid- unearned stockholder bonuses to President of PTE-HOPE, Inc. As ed over by CPUC Commissioner Edison, SoCal Gas, SDG&E, and the only multi-ethnic organization in Dian Grueneich. PG&E even though the CPUC existent in San Diego County which Mabuhay Alliance CEO Faith Energy Division staff conducted comprised of core members who Bautista encouraged local con- were Co-Founders of the mecha of an independent study document- the underserved communities which sumers from minority communi- ing that the utilities had failed to consist of African Americans, La- ties to participate in the hearings. achieve their Energy Efficiency tino’s, Filipino’s and Caucasians and Bautista, a respected consumer performance benchmarks for others. Co-Founder’s such as Eddie activist, is the recipient of the the 2006–2007 program. SoCal Enriquez, Lydia Loristo and Marissa 2009 API Heritage Award for Ex- Gas was the only company who Acierto (Filipino Community); Ma- cellence in Civil Rights from the received a passing grade and teo Camarillo (Latino Community) California State Assembly Asian earned $3.6 million in bonuses. and Maxine Sherard, Ph.D. (African Pacific Islander Caucus headed by The utilities have never returned American Community and currently Assemblymember Ted Lieu. the $78 million overpayment to the Interim Executive Director for The During the outreach, Bautista ratepayers. and her team encouraged consum- Administrative Overhead. the summer—drastically reducing ers to speak up. “Don’t miss your Only 60 cents out of every rate- heating and air conditioning bills, opportunity to voice the Energy payer dollar for the 2009-2011 as a regular part of the Energy Ef- Efficiency needs of your fam- Energy Efficiency programs will ficiency program. ily and community at an official be used to make higher efficiency Community Economic De- Public Participation Hearing equipment and appliances more af- velopment. Utility companies sponsored by the California Public fordable through rebates and other have done little to partner with Utilities Commission. Let Com- forms of cash incentives. 40% of community-based organizations missioner Dian Grueneich know the $4.2 billion will be spent on and minority-owned contractors to what you want in the 2009-2011 utility administration and general provide Energy Efficiency services Energy Efficiency Plans submit- overhead, marketing and outreach, in low-income communities where ted by SDG&E.” and other labor costs such as rebate they are based and have earned the Mabuhay Alliance also pre- processing. trust and confidence of residents. sented a fact sheet about energy Home Energy Audits. Utility Green Community Jobs. Util- efficiency in light of the CPUC companies have not prioritized on– ity companies have done little to hearings on the SDG&E Energy site Home Energy Audits, which create and promote green jobs in Efficiency Plans. help homeowners, renters, and low-income communities install- The talking points included the small businesses identify low-cost ing weatherization or conduct- following: solutions that yield large energy ing energy audits as part of their 2009-2011 Energy Efficiency savings, as a regular part of the Energy Efficiency program. En- Program Plans. Utility-Managed Energy Efficiency program. ergy Efficiency programs have a Energy Efficiency programs are Home Weatherization. Utility tremendous potential to provide funded through a fee collected companies have not prioritized green job opportunities in com- on every monthly electric and weatherization, which helps to munities most in need of these gas bill from customers of the retain heat in the winter and cool in programs. -- AJ

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02/15/09-03/15/09 6 mos. 685.00 June 5 - 11, 2009 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 9 in the House’s history, we learn that The Filipino people will still have the only the Speaker has run for Presi- last say on this. Any amendment must dent, but the current one has no has be put to a vote in a plebiscite. It will Phil - Am no presidential ambitions, at least for be up to the electorate to accept the the moment. The Senate is the breed- amendments and make themselves ing ground for future presidents, so slaves to the selfish ambitions of they say, so even those not yet in the corrupted politicians. Law 101 presidentiables list may have a secret Atty. Rogelio Karagdag, Jr. is by Atty. Rogelio Karagdag, Jr. ambition to join it in the near future. licensed to practice law in both Member, State Bar of California & It is to their better interest to oppose California and the Philippines. He Integrated Bar of the Philippines a unicameral congress. practices immigration law in San Read previous articles by visiting our website at www.asianjo- Since the congressmen do not have Diego and has continuously been a urnalusa.com presidential ambitions, why are they trial and appellate attorney in the a separate body elected by the people tive enforces them; while the legisla- pushing hard to amend the constitu- Philippines since 1989. He travels for the sole purpose of drafting the tive says what the law means in case of tion, aside from the very obvious pur- between San Diego and Manila. His amendments. Finally, directly by the conflict. Under a parliamentary form, pose of allowing Arroyo to perpetuate office address is located at 16486 Corrupting the people through initiative. there will be only two branches. The herself in power? There is a more self- Bernardo Center Drive, Suite 228, The Senate, of course, objects to legislative and the executive will be ish side to it, of course. There ought to San Diego, CA 92128. He also holds HR 1109. There are 24 senators and merged under a unicameral congress be. Politicians are not known to press office in National City inside the S&S Philippine Constitution more than 240 house representatives. called the parliament to be headed by for something from which they will Travel Agency at 2409 E. Plaza Blvd. The Senate would be rendered inutile the Prime Minister. get nothing for themselves. Perhaps, Please call (858)348-7475 & (619) Power tends to cor- Now, we have Arroyo, whom people as the house membership could easily But why the rush to amend? What one is a possible No-El (no election) 475-3262 for your free consultation. power put in office to replace a dis- over-ride any Senate objections to the makes this endeavor more pressing scenario, which will mean a lot of We also encourage readers to write us rupt”, Lord Acton graced predecessor. These two presi- proposed amendments. The problem, for the House than the important leg- savings and no risk of losing. Perhaps, questions about both U.S. immigra- wrote in 1887, “and dents started out well, but somewhere again, is the vague wording of the islative matters before it? In the same another is to have equal stature with tion and Philippine laws to be future “ along the way, they got blindsided and 1987 Constitution, which says: breadth, why are the senators against if senators. A third possibility may be topics in this column. Our email is absolute power corrupts completely forgot about the Filipino Section 3. The Congress may, by a not lukewarm about it? A simple look pecuniary. Or all of the above. But [email protected]. people who had great hope and trust vote of two-thirds of all its Members, at the presidentiables lineup will give whatever their motivation is, Arroyo Articles written in this column are absolutely.” More than for them. True or not, evidence sur- call a constitutional convention, or by us the answer. None of them come and her house helpers have confirmed not legal advice but are hypotheticals a century later, his fa- faced about their illegally amassed a majority vote of all its Members, from the House. Most are from the what Lord Acton had said. intended as general, non-specific wealth; that they enriched themselves submit to the electorate the question Senate. When we look farther back Just one thing to remember, though. legal information. mous words remain as while in public office. of calling such a convention. But what really makes these ex- What does “three-fourths of all its absolutely accurate as future great presidents corrupt is members” mean? For Arroyo and her it was when he uttered their incredible temerity to trifle with allies, it means counting together the the Constitution. For Marcos, it was House and the Senate members, and them. But what does this putting up citizen assemblies to ratify then multiplying it by three-fourths. phrase really mean? In his 1973 Constitution. A brilliant As of last count, there are 242 con- lawyer, Marcos found a loophole in gressmen and 24 senators. That’s a what ways does absolute the 1935 Constitution which had not total of 266, and three-fourths of that been clear enough on how the people will be 200. This may be a high num- power corrupt? Does it should ratify the amendments. A ber, but the way the administration is simply refer to our usual divided Supreme Court agreed with ramming the amendments, it seems Marcos’ novel interpretation and gave that it has the votes to carry them understanding of corrup- its imprimatur. When Cory Aquino through. Concerned, the opposition tion, which is the abuse assumed the presidency, she made argues that the House of Represen- sure that the 1987 Constitution would tative and the Senate should vote of power for private gain? clearly say that ratification should be separately. That means Arroyo needs done only through a plebiscite. 182 congressmen and 18 senators. The Or is it something more For Arroyo, who is not a lawyer, 182 congressmen may be attainable, penetrating and pervad- the way to amend the Constitutional but the 18 senators? is a little bit more brutal. Courting a Notwithstanding such vagueness, if ing? Webster defines future disaster in the Supreme Court, ever the matter reaches the Supreme corruption as an “impair- Arroyo’s allies in House of Represen- Court, chances are It will rule accord- tative passed House Resolution (HR) ing to the spirit of the Constitution, ment of integrity, virtue, No. 1109 in the dead of the night, which is to give each house of Con- while conveniently sweeping under gress the power to make an indepen- or moral principle”. If we the rug such more important pending dent determination of matters pending may add, power corrupts matters as the extension of the Com- before Congress, much in the same prehensive Agrarian Reform Law. In way as how a bill turns into a law. the senses, making public gist, HR 1109 says that Congress may Otherwise, we might as well have a officials listen only to the constitute itself into a Constitutional unicameral house. Assembly (aptly, Con-Ass), in which In this regard, the house is expected voice within, but insensi- members of the House and the Senate to propose a unicameral congress would vote jointly—not separately— under parliament. Presently, what tive to the clamor of their to propose amendments to the 1987 we have is a presidential form of people. Constitution. government. We have three branches History – Philippine history in par- Now, back to basics. Under the 1987 in government, the executive headed ticular – gives us a better understand- Constitution, there are three ways to by the President; the legislative com- ing of what Lord Acton had warned us propose an amendment. First is by posed of both the Senate and House about. First, there was Marcos whom Congress itself “upon a vote of three- of Representatives; and the judiciary many consider to be the most brilliant fourths of all its Members.” Second is composed of the Supreme Court. 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Follow your dreams – and you it’s hard. Yes, it’s a lot of work. don’t have to be in your early 20s to do I was working as a freelancer with I am covering that day. What they by Conrad I. Reloj, Jr. saw or heard, or how they are mak- And mind you, I am starting each it! No matter your age, no matter your Channel 10 for three months before day at 3 30 in the morning. But it situation, with a little planning and the wildfi res hit [in 2007]. I was sent ing someone’s life better. When I Read Conrad Reloj’s previous articles by visiting our website at don’t enjoy what I’m doing each day, keeps me going, keeps my brain ac- hard work, only you have the power www.asianjournalusa.com. Email: [email protected] to Escondido early that fi rst morning tive and challenges me like nothing to make it happen for you. Even if it with a cameraman. I remember that I’ll do something else. Quality of work is more important than money. else ever has before. And I love it! takes years to do it, the time will pass people were fleeing in one direc- quickly – and soon you too will be tion and [we were] running into it. What is the worst part of your job? What advice would you have for living your dream. Thumbs up to the Asinganians [During the live broadcast] I just someone who wants to get in- informed people how close the fi re Hearing my back up alarm! - for Unity, Solidarity and was coming, how they could get in touch with loved ones. After that What keeps you motivated? Only Villar, Roxas... While De Castro always leads in fi rst evening of reporting, I couldn’t Family is most important to me. I’m surveys, he still needs a strong politi- Teamwork! sleep and kept thinking about the fi res. enjoying each day and I don’t want to cal party, Casiple said. The next day, I was in Rancho San- take anything for granted. I feel blessed. (Continued from page 1) “If he runs as an independent, I My mom, Paz, wakes up at 4:30 am think he cannot make it,” he told ta Fe and broadcast live for 22 straight bearer of the Nacionalista Party The basic nature of the “thumbs up” gesture is minutes…The fi res were surrounding each day and watches my broadcasts. reporters. She’s working while the broadcast is while Roxas is the bet of the Liberal Those eyeing the presidency in- these mansions [and we were] only Party. feeling good about oneself and with others. separated by the length of a football on, but she still sends me comments clude Senators Loren Legarda, via text. Most are positive, but I can’t Villar is the richest senator with Richard Gordon, Francis Escudero fi eld... As residents returned to take more than P1 billion net worth with By: Conrad I. Reloj, Jr. sign to alert the deck crew that they are what belongings they could, they help it if less positive comments are and Panfi lo Lacson, Pampanga Gov. The basic nature of “thumbs up” ready to go and that the wheel blocks the ones I remember (like fi x your no liabilities while Roxas is fourth Ed Panlilio, Defense Secretary Gil- thanked the news teams for keeping with P110.6 million with20P61.7 gesture is feeling good about oneself on airplane could now be removed. them informed. I received letters and necklace or your hair!) [But] she is bert Teodoro, Makati Mayor Jejomar and with others. There is something During the Vietnam War, according to my friend, not just my mom. We talk million liabilities. Binay, MMDA Chairman Bayani emails days after the fires and I On the survey, Villar is always in inherently, optimistic, positive, domi- Frank G. Lagula, a U.S. Navy veteran knew that my job made a difference. every day! Fernando and former President Jo- nant and pleasant that’s clearly appar- Ret), “it’s still being used as a direct My dad usually watches the mid- top three while Roxas is 7th or 8th. seph Estrada. ent in the following pictorials taken communication between pilots and the As a reporter for the 10News day news…he’ll give me feedback during the recent welcome gathering fl ight deck personnel when launching Morning edition, what is on everything from my stories to my in San Diego and the AOUCC’s First planes on modern nuclear powered outfi ts! Grand Reunion in North Hollywood, aircraft carriers.” He added, “To the a typical day like for you? I wake up at 2:20 am, Monday California last weekend. Filipinos it means – Mabuhay! All’s How do you see reporting the news Records however have shown well, O.K., excellent, long live! It through Friday. I arrive at the sta- tion by 3:30 am and talk with the changing in the next few years? that hand gesture started during the symbolizes kind feelings, group ac- As for television news... I defi - Executive Producer. I never know ancient times. Its origin hails from cord and harmony.” nitely see a change from when I fi rst what story I am going to cover until I gladiatorial combat in ancient Rome A “Thumbs Up” for Unity, from wanted to pursue a career in the busi- walk in the door, and most of the time, when a decision has to be made at the general membership of the Asin- ness to where it is today. Especially it is breaking news from overnight the end of fi ght. The clenched hand gan Association of San Diego, to its with the Internet, local news is now … I broadcast one and a half minute is extended with the thumb vertically past and current offi cers now led by on the spot, and at your fi ngertips. It’s stories several times during the hour at erect get used by ancient Romans to Mrs. Gloria B. Aspiras; and to its past no longer “wait until 5 pm.” If you 5, 6, and 11 am. [In the fi eld] the cam- pass judgment on a defeated gladia- offi cers, former presidents: Lily Gam- are looking for what’s happening now, eraperson works on the editing laptop tor. During the Middle Ages, “thumbs boa, Vicky Lagula, Greg Manipon, Gil locally, you can fi nd in on the web. and I work on the news laptop in our up” became a custom signal used Ong, Corazon Balat; Current offi cers: And if you can’t, then shame on the ‘mobile offi ce’- the news van. We’re to seal basic business transaction, Treasurer Aurora Gamboa, Senaida station. That’s one of the things I love done with the live shots by noon. progressing to the modern usage of a Velasco, Leonardo Pita, Corazon Balat about 10News… I know that people I leave work by 1:30 or 2 pm and handshake after the legal document is and Linda Diamzon. ‘Thumbs Up’ for on the go, families and students on the then I start my most important role signed. Ask any aspiring politician if Solidarity to Asingans’ entrepreneur- move, [and] professionals walking out as a mother. I get to pick up my he or she is running for public offi ce ship to help “Jump Start” the Real Es- the door can click onto our website children from school every day. My in the forthcoming election, and their tate Business in San Diego; kudos to and know what is happening in their schedule is a compromise, but I get quick response is usually the all too Linda Esperon Olivar’s E & C Realty, own backyard...even if it’s happening to spend time with [my family] in the familiar “thumbs up” sign. and to the Aspiras’ Aspire Realty & at that moment or it is developing afternoons, so it’s worth it. The night World wide, the ‘thumbs up’ Mortgage in National City, WILROC, right as they are reading the story. gesture is generally recognized: In and Valley Mortgage & America’s before work, I always set my coffee on a timer, pack my lunch, set aside my Spain – ariba! Also means O.K.; Realty. And fi nally congratulations, What kind or stories or projects France - it means champion, bang (‘Thumps Up’) for Teamwork - a clothes and jewelry, and wash my hair. I’m in bed by 7 or 7:30 pm, ideally… would you like to get involved in? on. Portugal – fi xe, excellent, right well-coordinated Welcome Party for My goal is to continue to learn on! Greece -O.K. ready to go, solid; General Hermogenes C. Esperon, Jr. What is the best part of your job? something new everyday… It doesn’t Austria –superb, tops; Italy – va bene, in San Diego spearheaded by Norma have to be fact-based or histori- The best part of my job is meeting very good, victory, you’ve done well; and Jaime C. Esperon at their resi- cal. It can be about a person, a new Egypt – means it’s perfect, Austra- dence in Poway, California. people. I enjoy telling their story lia - terrifi c; United Kingdom –its a “I congratulate the Organizing farewell gesture, replacing the more Committee led by “Tiger” Raphy ing together and maintaining fi lial tion festivities and humanitarian en- traditional wave, and in China, “teng Agsalud for gathering us together ties among the sons and daughters of deavor for supporting the Pura Ramos hao de” means very good, you’re here in L.A.…and his staff for their Asingan in North America, but also Memorial Puericulture Center and the No.1, and high Chinese offi cials see hard work and sacrifice” -Fidel V. for espousing philanthropic activities “Lebreng Gamut Para Sa Mahihirap” it as a sign of respect. Ramos, 12th President of the Republic that benefi t your constituents in the Charity Drive….”- Raphy R. Agsalud, WWII pilots on U.S. aircraft of the Philippines. “I commend the Philippines “ -Mary Jo A. Bernardo- Chairman, One Asingan Unity and carriers fi rst adopted the “thumbs up” organization, not only for the com- Aragon, Philippine Consul General. Coordinating Council, Los Angeles, “Here’s a ‘thumbs up’ to our unifi ca- California.

Photos from Top. Left L. to R.: (1) The Espirons’ Family Souvenir Photo; Gen. Esperon (in yellow shirt) 2nd row 4th from left. (2) L to R. Linda Esperon Oliver, Nancy Ignacio, Gen. Esperon, Gloria Aspiras (3) L. to R. Seated: Purita Dagang, Pres. Asingans of California, Los Angeles, Consul Mary Jo A. Bernardo-Aragon, Guest of Honor: - President Fidel V. Ramos, 12th Pres. of the Philippines; Raphy R. Agsalud, Chairman, One Asingan Unity and Coordinating Counsel, Dr. Cornelio Manzano, Jr.; Standing: Henry Aspiras, Gloria Aspiras, Pres. of Asingan Association of San Diego, Guests and friends, and Frank G. Lagula. (4) L. to R. Ted Delgado, Seated: Gen. Jun Esperon, VADM Virgilio Q. Marcelo AFP (Ret), Gil Ong; Standing: Retired U.S. Navy Vets Jaime C. Esperon & Noli Sarabia. (5) Middle Photo L. To R.: Gloria Pita Aspiras, Pres. Fidel Ra- mos, Grace O. Pascua, & Frank G. Lagula, Founder of Asingan Association of San Diego. (6) L. to R.: Vicky Lagula, Aurora Gamboa, Treasurer Asingan Assn of San Diego, Vicky Lagula, Former Assn President, Frank Lagula; Standing: Henry & Gloria Aspiras; (7) L. to R. Vicky Lagula, Lily Gamboa, Pres. Fidel Ramos, Frank Lagula & Henry Aspiras; (8) Asinganians in Los Angeles welcoming the Honored Guests Pres. Fidel Ramos; (9) L. to R. Seated: Linda Diamzon, Linda Esperon Olivar, Nancy Ignacio, Gen. Esperon, Gloria Aspiras, Standing: Lily Badua, Planeta Asinganians Canaveral, Susan Antonio, Cora Balat, Gil Ong, Cecilia Manipon. June 5 - 11, 2009 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 11 There will be brightly lighted candles, of birthday parties, which started in birthday cakes, food and gifts on this Europe a long long time ago, it was momentous day. According to tradition feared that evil spirits were particu- Speaking of larly attracted to people Food for Thought on their birthdays. So to protect them from Read previous articles by visiting our website at www.asian- harm, friends and fam- journalusa.com good deals ily would come to be by Nanshi Ignacio with the birthday per- son and bring good Read Nanshi Ignacio’s previous articles by visiting our website thoughts and wishes. at www.asianjournalusa.com Giving gifts brought 1/2 boy 1/2 man even more good cheer to ward off the evil spirits. People are If you read this, you WILL forward He’s a recent High School graduate; HAPPY, HAPPY 75th cautioned when ask it on. he was probably an average student, to speak on their 75th You just won’t be able to stop pursued some form of sport activities, BIRTHDAY FRANCISCA! birthday celebration, yourself. drives a 10-year old jalopy, and has a “don’t lie about your The average age of the military steady girlfriend that either broke up age, just say, I’m 18, man is 19 years. He is a short haired, with him when he left, or swears to in the Philippines . She is the only with 57 years of won- tight-muscled kid who, under normal child of the late Sgt. Pedro Cruz and be waiting when he returns from half derful experiences in circumstances is considered by soci- a world away. He listens to rock and Magdalena Andaya. She married life, and with your ety as half man, half boy. Not yet dry Engineer Rodolfo Vergara de la roll or hip-hop or rap or jazz or swing monetary “CD card” behind the ears, not old enough to buy and a 155mm howitzer. Cruz, Sr. and they were blessed with gifts I’ll be fine, VENI, a beer, but old enough to die for his five children: Rolando (deceased), He is 10 or 15 pounds lighter now VEDI, VISA, I came, I country. He never really cared much than when he was at home because Fely dela Cruz-Quines, Arlyne de la saw and tomorrow, I’ll for work and he would rather wax Cruz-Ocampo, Rodolfo Jr. (who just he is working or fighting from be- be doing a little shop- his own car than wash his father’s, fore dawn to well after dusk. He has arrived from the Philippines to attend ping, THANK YOU”. but he has never collected unemploy- this event). ment either. (Continued on page 17)

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She was in Las Vegas when recovering well in the hospital. PNS, 6/02/09 -- THOSE who’ve informed about it by her manager, Last night, the Gutierrez fam- seen Hayden Kho’s sex videos Shirley Kuan. She got so worried ily offered a thanksgiving mass say his perversion started way especially when she learned that at 6 p.m. at before he met Katrina Halili. His his P.A. Nomar the Christ video with Maricar Reyes was Pardo perished the King shot before Katrina’s when he was in the accident. C h u r c h younger, sporting much longer Nomar was with in Green hair. So how can his mom, Irene them in Club Meadows, Kho say that Katrina started it? P a r a d i s e i n i n v i t i n g We know that being the mom, it’s Palawan where a l l t h e i r natural for her to defend her son, Sex, lies & videotape. Katrina Halili and Hayden Kno (right) before Senate hearing. they shot part f r i e n d s but as Wilson Lee Flores (editor of “When I Met and fans of of S Magazine) said in his talk has nothing to do at all with the Erik Chua, in another statement, U” for more uploading of his sex videos on the denies he has anything to do with Richard to with the Philippine Medical Asso- than a week. attend the ciation and Philippine Psychiatric internet and on DVD. “I think it’s the spread of the videos. Hayden It was only af- important to know the main rea- says a certain Chris called him on mass. His Association last Tuesday about ter she finally b r o t h e r the sex video scandal, it’s not son kung bakit siya lumabas,” he May 16 to blackmail him. “I don’t got the chance says. “I don’t think it’s just mon- know him. He’s just a middleman. Raymond right for Hayden’s mom to blame to speak with r e t u r n e d Katrina or Lolit Solis. He said: ey. I think it has something to do He said there’s a group asking for Richard and he Katrina Halili with my relationship with Vicki. money to prevent uploading the yesterday “There’s no one else to blame but himself assured m o r n i n g Hayden himself and his mom for demolition job against Katrina. The main target here is actually videos. Hindi ako pumayag.” “Natuwa ako nang lumabas siya her that he’s re- from his wrong upbringing.” me. The main prey is me.” Hayden says he’s willing to co- ally okay that sa TV kasi nakita ng tao kung How come it’s said his friends operate fully in the OMB’s inves- trip to Eu- Meantime, Katrina’s lawyer, she felt more rope so he Raymund Palad, says she never kanino nagmana si Hayden Kho. Dr. Bistek Rosario and business- tigation to fi nd out who uploaded Nakita mo kung paanong ang at peace. When was able to gave Hayden any drugs. “Hayden man Erik Johnson Chua are the the videos. she and her dami-daming ibang tao ang sini- ones who posted the videos? attend the is already 29 now. Katrina is only mom Sharon affair. 22 and she’s willing to undergo sisi niya sa nangyari sa anak niya. a drug test to prove wala siyang Ang issue lang dito, si Hayden at kinalaman sa drugs. When the yung video, pero kung sino-sino sex video was taken, 20 lang si ang sinisisi nila. Si Kat daw ang Katrina and Hayden was 27. His naglulong kay Hayden sa droga. mom says lulong na si Hayden Sino ba ang doktor sa kanila? sa droga. When you say lulong, Sino ba ang may alam tungkol sa that means addict na sa drugs. droga? Di ba si Hayden? Kung Baka naglalaro pa lang si Katrina, totoong lulong nga si Hayden sa lulong na siya sa droga. With his droga, aba e hindi ako nagtataka own mom’s admission na lulong sa nabalita noong may pasyente sa droga si Hayden, why is he raw na namatay sa kamay niya. allowed to practice medicine? Kung nagdodroga siya, ganun Kung alam niyang lulong na, nga ang mangyayari. At anong bakit hindi pina-rehab? Hindi siya scripted ko ang mga nangyayari? dapat nagsasalita ng ganung state- Puede ko bang ini-script ‘yung ment sa TV. Sana, naisip ni Mrs. video e doon nagsimula ang lahat Kho na meron ding ina si Kat na ng problema? Kung hindi ginawa nasasaktan din pero nananatiling ‘yon ni Hayden, di sana walang tahimik dahil may legal process na ganitong gulo ngayon at maayos sinusunod. Nakita na natin kung ang buhay ng lahat. ‘Yung mother paano binaboy ni Hayden ang ni Hayden, parang okay lang sa tatlong babae on video. As if that’s kanya ang ginawa ng anak niya. not enough, here comes his mom E, di ba kapag nanay ka, dapat i- na inalipusta pa si Katrina on TV guide mo ‘yung anak mo. Babae and became very personal. She rin siya, dapat may feelings siya says pinalaki niya nang maganda para sa mga kapwa niyang babae. ang anak niya. Pero nakita natin Sana, inimbestigahan niya ang kung paano magsalita ang nanay anak niya. Mula October, wala ni Hayden sa TV. So kayo na ang nang trabaho ang anak niya, pero humusga kung bakit ganoon si nakatira sa Pacifi c Place condo Hayden. Yung tungkol sa drugs, sa The Fort, may bagong kotse, malaking kalokohan ‘yan. You nakakapunta sa mga five-star cannot justify you did something hotels, naka-fi rst class na airline? wrong kasi naka-drugs ka. ‘Yung Anong ibig sabihin niyon? Saan allegation ni Hayden about drugs kinukuha ni Hayden ang pang- might just aggravate the penalty gastos dun? P300,000 a month on him. About Lolit Solis script- kasi ang sustento sa kanya ni Dr. ing the whole thing, never naming Vicki Belo. Ang ibig kong sabi- nakausap si Lolit when we fi led hin, lalaki ka, ang nagbabayad the case. Legal matters ‘yan. ng condo mo, kuryente, tubig, When Kat appeared on TV, it’s lahat, si Dr. Vicki Belo. Tapos not an arranged thing. Nasa sen- doon mo pa dinadala ang mga ate offi ce lang siya then sa NBI babaeng binababoy mo, sharing then reporters interviewed her. the same bed that you share with After that, we never allowed her Dr. Belo sa pambababoy. Anong to be interviewed again, which is klase kang tao? Anong klase kang why she was absent at the Flaw- lalaki, kahit bulag sa pag-ibig si less launch. So it’s very unfair Dr. Belo? Kaya Mrs. Kho, huwag for Lolit Solis to be accused that nang kung sino-sino ang sisihin she’s orchestrating everything. nyo. Isipin mo na lang mabuti Mas magaling gumawa ng script kung ano ang ginawa ng anak si Hayden, pati sa pagse-set up mo para malaman mo kung sino ng video.” mo siya dapat tulungan. Gumawa How did Katrina react to the na nga ng masama, tapos parang interview with Hayden’s mom? kinukunsinti mo pa.” “She was shocked. Hindi niya Lolit revealed that several peo- akalain ganun ang family back- ple who know Hayden’s family ground ni Hayden, but she said from way back in Marinduque are she’ll just let the public be the willing to talk about them. “Sila judge. But we’re still thinking mismo ang tumatawag sa akin. I if we’d fi le another case against will share what they told me pag- the mom for making defamatory dating ng tamang oras.” remarks about Katrina.” As for Hayden, it was reported Lolit Solis herself says in on “24 Oras” that he person- “Unang Hirit” that the interview ally went to Optical Media Board with Mrs. Irene Kho is part of a Chairman Edu Manzano to say he

criminally and administratively and were detained in a local police jail. PNP sex scan- However, Cimatu said Ripdos was only charged with acts of lascivious- ness and is out on bail. “Ang report dal: General sa akin ay pinaghihipuan nitong si Ripdos yung alleged victim,” Cimatu said. goes on leave Untal remained inside the General PHILIPPINE NEWS SERVICE, Santos City Police Station 1 Jail after 6/02/09 -- AN embarrassing sex he was charged with rape. Cimatu said scandal involving two rookie police- invest igation showed that Untal is the men who allegedly raped a female complainant’s boyfriend. applicant inside the quarters of Central “Mukhang nag-uusap sila sa text at Mindanao police director Chief Supt. nagpasyang magkita sa quarters kung Fidel A. Cimatu prompted the one- saan nangyari ang alleged rape,” he star general to fi le a 30-day leave of said. Cimatu would not comment absence yesterday. on reports that the alleged rape was Cimatu yesterday met with Philip- fi lmed by one of the suspects using pine National Police chief Director his cellphone. General Jesus A. Verzosa to explain Cimatu told the Journal Group that the matter and fi le a leave of absence the alleged rape victim and Untal have to erase suspicions of any whitewash agreed to get married. “Nag-usap na in the investigation of the case that daw yung dalawa at naghahanap na took place inside Camp Fermin G. ng paring magkakasal sa kanila,” he Lira, the PRO12 headquarters in said. General Santos City. Cimatu condemned the actuations of Cimatu’s two security escorts — the two policemen and ordered them Police Offi cers 1 Paul Untal and John stripped of their guns and badges and Ripdos —were accused of raping an locked up in jail. unnamed female police applicant on “They have brought shame on the May 20. A PRO12 press statement is- PNP organization, stained our badge sued by Senior Inspector Alexander A. of honor and have ill- treated the Sarabia said both have been charged (Continued on page 18) June 5 - 11, 2009 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 13 Entertainment

away. So I’m confident malalampasan ni Dr. Belo at ng Flawless ang issue Direk LT ends mourning na ito.” What’s her opinion about the PNS, 6/02/09 -- LORNA Tolentino of Timeless Beauty. What can she say Katrina-Hayden video? “Babae ako, Maryo will end her year of mourning for about the controversy that her friend siyempre, I will side sa kapwa ko her beloved husband, the late Rudy Dr. Vicki Belo, part owner of Flaw- babae na siyang mas naapi. Also, I’m Fernandez, on June 5. His memory less, is now involved in? “She’s really berates an actress like her kaya kami sa KAPP will forever remain in her heart but a good friend as she helped our family (local actors guild), we’ve already she has managed to move on and is at the time we were going through issued a statement that we will stand now20 taping a new teleserye with some trials in life. She was an angel Baron behind her.” Christopher de Leon, Jericho Rosa- na talagang dumamay sa amin at the And what about Hayden who’s PNS, 6/02/09 -- THE latest devel- les, Kristine Hermosa and Karylle on time we needed help, so I really care opment in the Yasmien Kurdi-Baron now being called ang Pambansang ABS-CBN. This is the show where for her. Nang magkausap nga kami, Geisler controversy is that Yasmien Manyak? “Yes, I know him, but he’s ABS reportedly required her to take I told her that I’ll always be here for will no longer sue Baron after she not the one who’s my friend but Dr. a workshop four times before taping her sa anumang pinagdaraanan niya filed a formal complaint against him Belo. Ayokong mag-judge kasi, lahat started, even if she and Boyet are al- ngayon.” at the PNP last Monday. In “24 Oras,” naman tayo, tao lang at may kanya- ready veterans in the field of acting. Will the scandal affect Flawless? Yasmien said she has no plans of mak- Lorna Tolentino (Photo by Ver Paulino) kanyang pagkakamali sa buhay. Sabi ing a big issue out of it. “Sabi ko nga Yasmien Kurdi (Photo by LT looked radiant as she walked “As an endorser, I don’t think so. nga ni Jesus, he who is without sin, sa lawyer ko, tigilan na po natin,” she Dominique James) down the ramp at the Flawless re- Flawless has been operating since more satisfied clients. May mga is- cast the first stone.” says. “Okay na po na nakuha ko ‘yung ko. Hindi ko na kailangang mag-down launch last Sunday as their epitome 2001 and we’re getting more and sues na dumarating, but they fade seguridad. ‘Y un lang ang kailangan pa ng tao. Nag-sorry na po si Baron sa text. Pero mas maganda po siguro kung magbibigay po siya ng public apology.” She says she’s willing to work with Baron again. “Basta after the take, tantanan na niya ako, wala na ‘yung anything. As of now, tama na ‘yung napa-blotter ko siya, pero kung uulitin niya at wawalanghiyain na naman niya ako, tutuluyan ko na siya ng demanda.” Those who’ve seen Baron’s misbehavior on the set of “Suspetsa” say that Yasmien has a big chance of winning a case against him as there are many witnesses and what Baron did was even recorded on a cellphone. A source says it’s Baron’s manager, Director Maryo de los Reyes, who requested Yasmien (his star in “Saan Darating ang Umaga”) not to push through with the case. Yasmien, out of respect for the director, decided not to sue anymore. Earlier, it was reported that Baron was terminated from his role in “Suspetsa,” which was to be expected since Yasmien is GMA’s regular contract star whereas Baron was just accommodated to be a guest star because his current manager requested GMA management to give him a chance. It’s said Direk Maryo already gave Baron a dressing down. “Hindi mo na ako binigyan ng kahihi- yan?” he reportedly told Baron. “Ako pa naman ang nagrekomenda sa iyo tapos ganyan ang g inawa mo.” Baron has apologized to Yasmien, but in the eyes of those who saw him sexually harrassing Yasmien, the damage has already been done.

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Christ in every person. mentioned in its Apocryphal Gos- Refl ections: Today is Trinity pels and Acts, and Apocalypses. Sunday. The Christian faith in the Gnosticism has one deep root- Lower Your Father, the Son, and the Holy Spir- principle: its philosophical and it, is not only a creedal and doctri- religious pessimism. Gnosticism Balintataw Nets nal profession but also a reminder believes that the unknowable and by Msgr. Fernando G. Gutierrez of the mystery that Christ reveals good God has nothing to do with by Virginia H. Ferrer to us. We experience this mystery the material universe that is evil. Read Monsignor’s previous articles by visit- through the saving presence of Though this good God is unde- Read Virginia Ferrer’s previous articles by visiting our website ing our website at www.asianjournalusa.com Christ Jesus that gives thanks to tectable by human senses, yet he at www.asianjournalusa.com the Father through the power of created Aeons, a series of lesser the Holy Spirit. Mystery is also divinities or intermediary beings. understood in its incomprehensi- One of these is Sophia, the god- The Trinity. The Da Vinci bility. In saying that the Trinity is dess of wisdom, who gave birth to a mystery, we are admitting that an inferior god, the Demiurge, the Huwag Tumigil no human language can ever fully evil creator-god of the Old Testa- Code: Truth or Fiction? express its reality, and no matter ment, called Jehovah. With its em- Ano pa ba ang halaga ngayon nitong aking buhay what, it always remains beyond all phasis on the goddess Sophia, the sa iyong biglaang pag-alis at ako ay nilisan Joke of the Week: The fellows mighty signs and wonders demands knowledge. This divine mystery is Da Vinci Code tries to further the in the barbershop were asking the their keeping his commandments. the ultimate answer to man’s ques- “sacred feminine” or “divine god- pawang mga pighati itong sa akin ay iniwan new man a lot of questions. One Second Reading: Romans 8: 14- tions about the ground of his being dess” by deceptively insinuating at luha na lamang ang siyang tangi kong kaulayaw. of them bluntly asked, “Do you 17. As God had revealed himself in or his quest for meaning. Though that Mary Magdalene holds the belong to some church?” “Sure the past through his mighty works, incomprehensible, and beyond key to man’s spiritual destiny. Is do,”å replied the new man, “I he again does so in three different the limits of human language and Mary Magdalene a representative Nagbabaka-sakali pa rin na ikaw ay makita belong to the Holy Rollers, but I ways. First, the people received the knowledge, yet it is possible to of the sacred feminine? The Da sa ilang mga lugar na minsan tayo ay nagpunta never go to church.” “What do you Spirit of adoption. Second, they experience and encounter the Tri- Vinci Code claims, “the Priory’s mean?” someone asked. “Well, become “children of God … joint une God who reveals himself to (Sion) tradition of perpetuating ngunit ang lahat malulungkot lamang na alaala every Sunday morning when I heirs with Christ.” Third, they can us. Mystery in the Christian sense goddess worship is based on a kasabay ang patak ng luha sa aking mga mata. wake up I say, ‘Holy Smoke, it’s call God, “Abba, Father.” The new is closely connected with the hid- belief that powerful men in the Sunday.’ Then I Roll Over and go experience of God’s mighty deeds den plan of God that is revealed early Christian church ‘conned’ back to sleep.” demands that his new people suf- according to his own will. It is the world by propagating lies that At muli kong binuksan itong aking mga paningin Scriptures: First Reading: fer with Christ. Gospel: Matthew an open secret. Christians believe devalued the female and tipped the at sa isang iglap biglang nagliwanag ang madilim Deuteronomy 4: 32-34, 39-40. In 28: 16-20. Why would God even that God’s plan for mankind has scales in favor of the masculine” this passage Moses is telling his care to create, redeem, and adopt been revealed in Jesus Christ who (p. 124). Is this claim true or na ang gulong ng buhay tuloy-tuloy huwag titigil people how God reveals himself us who have turned away from reveals God to man and reveals false? Find out the answers in my ang daang tinatahak siyang nararapat harapin. to them and what their response him in sin? God the Father’s plan man to himself. Therefore, in sharp next column. should be to this revelation. 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(619) 702-3051 Page 16 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com June 5 - 11, 2009 prepared something to say, but mostly ing was arranged in the order led my speech was off-the-cuff. I didn’t by the Hermana Mayor followed want to repeat what the other speakers by some of the ripened beauties of Light & have already said. I was moved and the Samahan Senior Center mem- impressed by their depth of expertise Lifestyle bers and friends especially dressed Shadows and knowledge of the issues of tradi- in various costumes of characters tional marriage. Bishop McKinney of they were depicting, in contrast to St. Stephens Church was indeed great, the traditional selection of young by Zena Sultana Babao and the audience rewarded him with a by J’Son standing ovation. women among the townspeople. Read Zena Babao’s previous articles by visiting our website at My first line was from the Bible, Read J’Son’s previous articles by visiting our website at www. All the participants were carrying www.asianjournalusa.com with humor added: “If God had in asianjournalusa.com multicolored flowers and sung a mind gay marriage, when he said it song of praise, “Dios Te Salve” is not good for a man to live alone, with the duration of the parade. he should have presented Adam with Individually, they were inside a Standing among another man.” The entire audience Flowers of May: A decorated arch down to the star of laughed at my joke, and I think I con- the show, Reina Elena and Con- nected with the audience, because I Santacruzan Festival stantine which paraded around the the Giants got applause after applause. When I spacious parking lot and back to n light of the CA the building. Reina Elena and her Supreme Court up- The Santacruzan is a popular Aurora Cudal, coordinated by entourage were offered flowers religious festival held in many Pol Carpio and hosted by Boogie holding of Prop 8 and a song from a cutie, 3 year old I towns and cities throughout the Arce, presented a significant ver- girl; Joshleen Alyssa Son Quimbo last Tuesday, May 26, a Philippines highlighting the sion of a historical and colorful to the delight and admiration of month-long celebration of Flores rally celebrating marriage Santacruzan last Friday at the everyone in the affair. de Mayo (Flowers of May) during FAVA Hall on Market Street. As According to popular legend, dubbed as “Marriage: the month of May. Traditionally, outlined by the original Flores de the festivity commemorates the One Man-One Woman” the festivity is usually celebrated Mayo celebration, Reina Elena search of the Holy Cross by Queen by devotees with a parade of deco- was portrayed by the lovely and Helena and her son, the newly was held Sunday, May rated floats and costumed char- beautiful Alice Bailey escorted converted emperor Constantine. 31st, at 3:00-5:00 p.m., at acters, representing the Blessed by his nephew portraying Con- After the Holy Cross was found Virgin Mother and other religious stantine the Great. The smiling in Jerusalem and brought back to the west side of the San relics. The festival was first intro- couple who were entrenched by Rome, there was a joyful celebra- Diego County Adminis- duced to the Philippines during the a well decorated arch bearing the tion for thanksgiving. Spanish period and continued to sign “Reyna Elena,” was briskly During the Spanish period until tration Building in front be practiced by Filipinos around carried by Flor Navarro and Joe today in the parishes, the Parish of the historic Star of the world. Son. Council sanctioned by the Parish In San Diego, the Samahan Se- The colorful pageant presenta- Priest would choose a “Hermana India. nior Center spearheaded by Ms. tion that started inside the build- (Continued on page 17) The rally to support the ban on the giants! Can I really do it?” And went down the stage, a lot of people same-sex marriage attracted hundreds, then I assured myself, “Yes, I can! said to me: “Great speech! You were where ministers from the Christian, After all, I had a lot of training as a fantastic!” Catholic and Jewish religions, plus speaker from Toastmasters Interna- Of the few hundred people in the leaders of various civic and political tional.” audience, I recognized a few: Bruce organizations, were the speakers. Al- On the day of the rally, there Ruff, who is running for Sherriff of most everyone quoted from the Holy were more or less 20 to 25 speakers San Diego County; Vince Bumanglag, Bible and drew the applause of the in all, including myself. Dr. Garlow of the Fil-Am Republicans and Asian large crowd. emceed the program. Among the Heritage Foundation; and Femie Cu- One of the speakers, Rev. Mi- speakers were: Andy Pugao, Chief pit, Mrs. Philippine Faire 2009. There chael Robinson of the Good Shepherd Legal Counsel, Yes on Prop 8 Cam- were a few Filipino-American women Church in Mira Mesa said, “Jesus did paign; Miles PcPherson, Senior Pas- that I have met for the first time that not allow for the redefinition of mar- tor, The Rock Church; Ron Prentice, day; unfortunately I wasn’t able to get riage. The marriage of one man and ProtectMarriage.com; Chris Clark, their names. one woman … mirrors the love of God Senior Pastor, E. Clairemont So. Bap- The rally was marred somehow for his people.” tist Church; Brian Brown, Executive when around 50 to 60 gay activist pro- I was at the rally after our Senior Director, National Organization for testers kept interrupting the speeches Pastor, Dr. Jim Garlow, invited me Marriage; Chuck LiMandri, General by booing and yelling, and repeatedly Saturday evening to be one of the Counsel, National Organization for chanting slogans in support of same- speakers. I was at church last Satur- Marriage; Dr. Timothy Winters, Se- sex marriage. Using a megaphone, day evening and I gave him a copy of nior Pastor, Bayview Baptist Church; they shouted over and over again, Asian Journal where my latest article Bishop George McKinney, Senior “Gay, straight, black, white, marriage was about the California Supreme Pastor, St. Stephens’s COGIC; Bishop is a civil right!” However, there was Court’s decision upholding the ban Roy Dixon, Senior Pastor, Faith no incident because the police kept on gay marriage. Chapel COGIC; Sergio de la Mora, the two groups apart to prevent face- He handed me a flyer about the Senior Pastor, Cornerstone Church to-face altercation. rally and said I want you to speak and of San Diego; David Hoffman, Co- Rev. Miles McPherson urged talk about your support for traditional Pastor, Foothills Christian Church; everyone at the rally not to give marriage, and then he asked me, “Can Dr. Grace Lee Chair, Asian Heritage negative comments against the gay you do it?” Without hesitation I an- Coalition; Dr. Jennifer Roback Morse, activists by saying “Get in their faces swered, “Yes.” He then asked again, President, The Ruth Institute; and in a loving way. They will get your “Are you sure you will be there?” Brad Dacus, President of the Pacific message when you have God in your PHOTO ON LEFT: Reyna Elena Alice Bailey with escort entrenched by a multicolored flower laden arch during And again, I answered “Sure, I’ll be Justice Institute. heart.” Dr. Garlow also told everyone the Santacruzan parade carried by Flor Navarro and Joe Son. there.” I was called to speak halfway that, “The gay and lesbians are not the PHOTO ON RIGHT: Reyna Elena, Alice Bailey and her escort smilingly posed right after the Samahan Senior When I got home I took a look at in the program, and Pastor Garlow in- enemy. The enemy is the enemy.” The Center Santacruzan parade at FAVA Hall, in Market St., San Diego. the flyer, and found out that the speak- troduced me as a columnist for Asian rally ended with prayers for the people ers were among the top religious, civic Journal, a very good one at that, and in support of Proposition 8 and those and political leaders of San Diego I was there to represent the Filipino- who are against it, and asking God’s County. I said to myself, “What am I American and Asian-American com- help and guidance in the days ahead. getting into? I’ll be standing among munities of San Diego County. I

PHOTO ON LEFT: Dr. Jim GArlow, senior pastor of Skyline Church in La Mesa, and one of the top propo- nents of Proposition 8 in California, who became a guests in a lot of TV programs nationwide, was the emcee of the rally. He is show here introducing Asian Journal’s Zena Sultana Babao as one of the speakers. PHOTO ON RIGHT: Zena giving her speech in front of a crowd of several hundreds. There were 20 to 25 speakers all together for the rally celebrating traditional marriage. Santacruzan at Bay Terrace Community Park

By Marissa Acierto | SAN DIEGO, such as bibingka, puto and malagkit this park in the early mornings is 5/30/09 -- Saturday was a day that the matamis (sticky and sweet desserts), like a reminiscent walk to a vivid sun just didn’t want to come out. Even etc. memory of life in the rural countries with the failure of the weather many Meanwhile, the women in color- of the Philippines where local fresh Filipino Americans were dress up in ful and sash gowns line danced to vegetables or fruits are sold. Line their barong tagalog, the beautiful na- their hearts content. One of them dancing for seniors and light snacks tive costume of the Philippines. At was Fe Rivero, Secretary for the of early breakfast being served. It is 9 a.m. procession continued whether organization who is originally from a wholesome gathering of dedicated rain or shine, the Santacruzan must Olongapo City. Another one is retirees or immigrants enjoying what go on which was led by the second Beth Dalindin who’s husband, Mr. life has to offer. term President elected once again, Joe Dalindin was the previous President The organization has plans to go Quintanilla and the status quo of more of the organization at one point, and on a weekly funfare cruise possibly than two hundred Filipino American they are originally from Zambales. for a week. Tentative plans are still senior members that are proud to be The active and supportive spouse of in the works. part of this group. President Joe Quintanilla was sashed After the display of the procession as Cleopatra. of queens and so forth with their Meanwhile, other guest or mem- PTE-Hope... colorful flowers that they placed on bers sighted was Lydia Loristo, Ed- wires, the members and guest formed die Enriquez, Isabel Ball (an active (Continued from page 8) a line waiting for all the Filipino and journalist and author), Lily Mia, more effectively through collaborative Chinese cuisine feast from the Man- Naring Sheffield and a columnist for inter-organizational relationships or darin Restaurant in National City. the Mabuhay News. the innovative use of technology. The Bible All types of food was served from The Tooma Park Filipino Ameri- participants will have the opportunity hot and spicy chicken wings, kung can Senior Association meet almost to discuss ideas in small groups with Baptist Church pao chicken, chow mein noodles, the daily in the Bay Terrace Community presenters over lunch. 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Code and imposing the penalty of Par ty president Senator Manny Vil- He adds, “In the past, there were prision mayor plus a fi ne of between goes on leave lar warns school authorities and the even instances that school supplies P6,000 and P12,000 to violators. “The Internet has become a very education department anew to ensure such as notebooks and even books (Continued from page 12) that schools and its vicinities are free contain pornographic images, these powerful medium for learning and women’s dignity,”Cimatu said in a from pornographic materials or access should not be allowed. The authorities information. Unfortunately, obscene statement. to them. should be stricter in their monitoring and violent materials can also be Cimatu said he has ordered the “Classes in many schools will start and inspection procedures. accessed online. We should regu- PRO12 Regional Investigation and next week already. 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Close friends against Sharon-Gabby reunion movie (Continued from page 1) Sharon who can now men- tion Gabby’s name during in- terviews with ease has nothing but good wishes for the actor. She is open to the idea provided that the material or story is re- ally good. “We are working actors but my biggest worry are our respective spouses who are non-showbiz people. My main worry ay baka kalkalin pa ang lumipas and they are not used to this. I am fi rst and foremost protecting my family,” she said. While 80 percent are in favor of a Sharon and Gabby movie (plus, of course, KC Concepcion) there are loyal friends of the megastar who are against the idea. “Huwag na lang,” says a close friend of Shawie from Viva which made the megastar remark with laughter, “Ay naku , hindi ka pa nakapag-move on.” Should this project push through, Wenn Deramas should direct it and it must be a comedy. It could start where “Best Friends Forever” left off. June 5 - 11, 2009 Asian Journal - (619) 474-0588 Visit our website at http://www.asianjournalusa.com Page 19 tions were approved. These are the resolutions declaring the merger of Lakas CMD and Kampi to give Lakas, rise to unified political party called Laughing Matter Lakas-Kampi CMD; approving Read previous articles by visiting our website at www.asian- and ratifying the Constitution journalusa.com and by-laws of Lakas Kampi and Kampi declaring its immediate effectiv- ity; affirming the authority of the national chairperson, President Ampon Macapagal-Arroyo to appoint the merge interim members of the national Anak: ‘Nay, tinutukso po ako ng Q: I mean male or female? executive committee of the Lakas kalaro ko na anak ako sa labas! A: Does not matter...sometimes PHILIPPINE NEWS SER- Kampi CMD; and committing to Nanay: Hindi totoo ‘yan, anak. even with camel. VICE, 6/02/09 -- THE merger of abide by and support the party’s Ang sabihin mo sa kanila, am- the two biggest political parties choice and selection of national pon ka! Liit naman in the country — Lakas-Christian candidates to lead the party to Ang sulat Muslim Democrats and the Kaba- victory on the 2010 synchronized Wife: honey... bili mo naman likat ng Malayang Pilipino — did Lakas Kampi CMD. Lakas and Kampi pose with GMA in 2008 (Photo by Barry Ohaylan) national and local elections. Patient: dok. malungkot dito ako ng bra... happen as planned but obviously A resolution commending the sa mental kaya naisipan kong Husband: Hon.. wag ka ng mag- without the unanimous blessings said the former president decided Lakas official need not be invited President for successfully stirring sulatan ang bra...liit naman dede mo e.. of the parties’ elders. not to attend the merger meeting and was also expected to attend the country towards economic sarili ko... Wife: E ba’t ikaw naka brief? The merged parties are now because he was “not happy with the event. But Fernando was hav- resiliency amidst the global eco- Doc: e ano naman laman ng sulat formally known as the Lakas the process.” Ramos is expected ing his program at government- nomic crisis and expressing strong mo? Downy Kampi CMD. to hold a press confere nce today run Radyo ng Bayan simultaneous support for her continuing efforts Patient: Hindi ko pa po alam kasi Former Lakas-CMD’s chairman to explain his absence. with the Manila Hotel event. His to achieve sustained national next week ko pa ata matatangap.. GIRL: Ang puti naman ng bird emeritus and former president Executive Secretary Eduardo wife Marikina Mayor Marides progress and development was . mo... Fidel Ramos; former vice presi- Ermita and Presidential Adviser on Fernando was present. also passed. Immigration BOY: Aba syempre ah!!! Likas dent for National Capital Region Political Affairs Gabriel Claudio On the other hand, Villafuerte papaya ata gamit ko diyan!!! and Metro Manila Development said they were expecting Ramos’ who had previously resigned as Arab interview at US immigra- GIRL: Ginagamitan mo rin ba Authority Chairman Bayani Fer- presence as the latter even notified president of Kampi, had expressed tion: ng Downy? nando; and former Kampi presi- them of his arrival shortly before his opposition to the merger. Q: Your name please... BOY: Baket? Bango ba? dent Rep. Luis Villafuerte did not the start of yesterday’s event. Fernando had made known his ROOM FOR A: Abdul Aziz GIRL: Lambot eh!!! attend the formalization of the Claudio said the joint meet- intention to seek the presidency Q: Sex? A: Twice a week. merger held at the Manila Hotel ing of the merged party was even under the administration party. RENT. $375. yesterday. reset from May 21 to May 28 to But it seems the more resounding Vice President Noli de Cas- ensure that Ramos, who had pre- clamor is to field either De Castro tro and Defense Secretary Gilbert vious commitments abroad would or Teodoro as the merged party’s CALL 619. Teodoro, though not members of be able to grace the event. Ramos standard bearer. either Lakas or Kampi, were pres- just arrived from the United States Yesterday also marked the first 474.0588 ent because they were invited. early yesterday morning. joint meeting of the merged party A source close to Ramos Ermita said Fernando, being a during which at least five resolu-

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