They deserve it they spreading fake news here in Philippines also negativity to the government
@coach53 The 2021 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded jointly to Maria Ressa (Rappler, Philippines) and Dmitry Andreyevich Muratov (Russian Journalist). Both were awarded the prize for their efforts to safeguard freedom of expression. I saw a short interview with both of them and Dmitry said some of his colleagues had been targeted and murdered.
@coach53 The 2021 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded jointly to Maria Ressa (Rappler, Philippines) and Dmitry Andreyevich Muratov (Russian Journalist). Both were awarded the prize for their efforts to safeguard freedom of expression. I saw a short interview with both of them and Dmitry said some of his colleagues had been targeted and murdered.
- @Cherryann01
@coach53 Gee you just do not seem to get it. Yes he explained most but not about the murdering of Russian journalists did he.
"The Philippine government has again ordered that Rappler, the news website co-founded by Maria Ressa, a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, be shut down for violating foreign ownership rules, the latest blow against press freedom in the country.- @PalawOne--
@coach53 Gee you just do not seem to get it. Yes he explained most but not about the murdering of Russian journalists did he.
- @Cherryann01
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@gsturdeeThanks for your kind words. I second-guessed myself before posting, knowing the subject matter is somewhat controversial. Hopefully my post came across as non-judgmental, and considered. The truth is we're happiest in the Philippines and have had experiences that would not have been afforded to us anywhere else. For that we're grateful.
Talking with my Cebuana wife this evening, with the new administration, we're hopeful of positive political changes, bringing strong economic growth, and resolution of some systemic problems - that Fred kindly pointed out are everywhere, and not specifically Philippines. Will let the topic rest.- @gsturdee
No matter where you are in the world some sort of media is shut down when it selectivity convenient for those who will benefit from the act of doing so.- @Enzyte Bob
Lotus Eater writes, "Oh for goodness sake save us all ... In your opinion he (Ferdinand Marcos Jr) has come across initially as honest and sincere in his expression of seeking unity first and foremost and economic progress, education, food and covid health and safety” Blah Blah Blah"Would suggest you get over yourself. Who are you, or me, to complain?Marcos IS their President. He won in a landslide victory. Best accept that!Better to accept that, try to look for any positives, then, get on with reality?“Judge me not by my ancestors, but by my actions,” Marcos said in a statementTuesday. “It is my promise to be a president for all Filipinos.” And It may be true?The same as Trump, he IS whom the Phils voted for. Who are you, or we, to whinge?We Aussies will always be looking on the bright side. Give him a chance. He isn't his father.If you want to rant and rave over these election results, you'll have to go somewhere else.The folk of the Philippines will NOT accept you slagging their leader. Neither will we here.I spoke honestly of my first impressions of him. And they ARE first impressions. I've nevereven heard him speak before. Here in Australia we take people as who they be, right now.That's what we do. We Aussies always will. Accept everyone as we find them here and now.If you can't give him a chance, and pre-judge him (prejudice), you aren't being fair to him.So anyway .. whatever. Haha, think and say whatever you like, matey, we'll just be Aussie- @PalawOne
there , there gentleman. glad to you see you have reasonably made up.
@PalawOne I've only found you gentlemanly and moderate, as well wisely constructive with your political views...but this time we saw your teeth. Fair enough.
I quite enjoy the lively discourse, although it's more enjoyable when we exchange opposing views civilly. In truth, we Philippine Expats, have more than a few things in common, compared to the others in this unique setting. As a result, forums such as this are educational on a variety of levels, and social even.When at my place in the province (which will be next week, yipee!), most of my relatives and neighbours speak basic, conversational English, (and I'm limited in my Bisaya). So , these posting are freshening as I get awakened to all sorts of concepts, challenged often, and they help keep me sane (in a manner of speaking). Thanks Gents. - @gsturdee
@PalawOne . . . . . . On Monday, Mr. Duterte said he had used his presidential powers in 2020 to shut down ABS-CBN, a major broadcast network that has reported on the president's drug war and his track record.