Many things are happening in the Philippines auguring a new beginning but with very grave consequences if the agents of change are not careful. All signs point to the unfolding of a new chapter in our socio-political life, the overt expressions of dismay over the present administration, the desire for change, the despondency of others who wish to follow a path of easy resistance, using violent means, and some who opt to die -- through illness or self-assisted deaths just so they could escape from the present situation.
Yet others and majority I think still think and believe that the Almighty will not forsake the Filipino people and we shall overcome whatever trepidations we are currently in. The point now is how we can be very strong, courageous and persistent in bringing about a new life -- without scams, without corruption, without illegal officials holding on to false powers, and just truly for us to live in truth, justice, equality, prosperity and peace.
Between now and May 2010 do we have any alternative -- to be inspired to make the changes? 2010 is only a few months away but it can still be nullified by the powers that be if they think that this will destroy their chances of perpetuating themselves in power. How sad really if that is so.
So we can have several alternatives:
1. Join the Peoples'Primaries and make suggestions on how it can be strengthened to bring about the desired results;
2. Join any political party that is opting for change;
3. Join a non-government organization that is committed to change in the lives of any marginalized sector;
4. Engage in the arts and music and carry the themes of change, or reflect the present life as a document of a how we have lived under this administration; and
5. Most of all, bring joy to children of all sectors so that they will not be corrupted by the present crop of misguided souls.
It is difficult to maintain one's rationality in the face of moves to make the Filipino people overly compliant to a decadent regime; to keep a peaceful mien while others are lording it over and enjoying the billions of ill-gotten wealth by those in the administration; to just ignore the very acts that destroy the moral fiber of the people.But then we have to, we have to keep on going, no matter the pains, the sweat and tears. For we shall have to take the first step to change.
Time is running out.
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