Mrs. Arroyo say that she's not affected nor perturbed even one bit on the results of the latest Ibon and Pulse Asia surveys that showed more than half of Filipinos want her ousted and do not approve of how she's running the government. Palace deputy spokesperson Lorelei Fajardo said she'll continue running the government inspite of this.
In the same day, Ombusman Merceditas Gutierrez came out with her chuwawahs at the Office of the Ombusman and lambasted those who filed an impeachment case against her. Arrogant like her boss, Gutierrez said that she'll not resign her post and instead, would file criminal charges against her detractors. Talk about arrogance in power. This is the most blatant display of pure, unaldurated kapalmuks!
Now comes First Gentleman to the rescue. FG came out of his "sickness" and lambasted the Liberal Party for trying to pin down his protegee. Mike Arroyo told LP stalwarts to lay off.
I thought that the First Gentleman is sick. His doctors say he can't survive pressures and stresses. Then, why is he on the warpath like Gutierrez?
Probably, the First Gentleman is worried because Gutierrez serves as their legal firewall post-2010. With Gutierrez out, enemies of Arroyo would surely file cases left and right, frustrating their retirement.
That's the problem with these people. They think they own this country. They think that they're invulnerable.
The Arroyos are now facing a serious threat to their very lives as 2010 nears. At this point, their options are slowly being limited by threats coming from all directions. And what's the goal?
The goal is to weaken the administration come 2010. Enemies of the Conjugal dictatorship are trying to puncture the psychological armor of the Arroyos and weaken their power and influence.
Eventually, this tug of war will result to a veritable stalemate that would lead to a reposition of forces and eventually weaken the Arroyos' hold of traditional political power bases.
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Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
JDV to cross swords against the Gang of Pigs
Will the father follow the footsteps of his controversial son this September? That appears to be the case here as former Speaker Joe de Venecia is said to be preparing for his testimony before the Senate Blue Ribbon Committee on the controversial ZTE deal. His testimony could potentially open a can of worms, says political kibitzers. But, for it to cause a huge issue that would lead to the downfall of Arroyo, I think not.
Arroyo remains as strong as ever. Charges of graft and corruption are starting to take centerstage again, with news on possible intervention of the lawyer of First Gentleman Mike Arroyo on the Meralco case linked to the bribery issue at the Court of Appeals and the reported pork barrel release timed for charter change. JDV's testimony could disrupt things temporarily. But if JDV fails to animate the curiosity of Filipinos on what really transpired on this botched deal, then, that could very well pose a big problem for the opposition.
This, I think, is the last card by the opposition against Arroyo. Should JDV fail to stir up the hornet's nest on this one, they have nothing more to accuse Arroyo of, leading to an uneasy impasse.
JDV's testimony could also lead to a disintegration of Lakas-CMD. This early, many of its veterans are thinking of abandoning ship with the latest pronouncement of Ray Roquero of the list of possible presidential bets. Many Lakas-CMD members think they have a shallow bench in 2010. With JDV's testimony against Arroyo and her gang of pigs, ass-lickers within this party may opt to change partylines to avoid a pork barrel shutoff.
Arroyo remains as strong as ever. Charges of graft and corruption are starting to take centerstage again, with news on possible intervention of the lawyer of First Gentleman Mike Arroyo on the Meralco case linked to the bribery issue at the Court of Appeals and the reported pork barrel release timed for charter change. JDV's testimony could disrupt things temporarily. But if JDV fails to animate the curiosity of Filipinos on what really transpired on this botched deal, then, that could very well pose a big problem for the opposition.
This, I think, is the last card by the opposition against Arroyo. Should JDV fail to stir up the hornet's nest on this one, they have nothing more to accuse Arroyo of, leading to an uneasy impasse.
JDV's testimony could also lead to a disintegration of Lakas-CMD. This early, many of its veterans are thinking of abandoning ship with the latest pronouncement of Ray Roquero of the list of possible presidential bets. Many Lakas-CMD members think they have a shallow bench in 2010. With JDV's testimony against Arroyo and her gang of pigs, ass-lickers within this party may opt to change partylines to avoid a pork barrel shutoff.
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Pathological Traps
Palace PR operators are at it again. They are heightening the Neri testimony to diffuse the situation. They are allowing the media to highlight the former NEDA chief's testimony as if it matters now. The SC has said that Neri could not disclose his conversation with Arroyo. What value or use will his testimony be, since that conversation is the kernel of the truth behind ZTE?
It seems that Arroyo's handlers is propping up the situation in anticipation of a major announcement from their principal. I guess Arroyo will be announcing some major changes in the Cabinet, including the "lateral transfer" of DOTC secretary Leandro Mendoza from the DOTC to the newly formed Aviation Authority. Its a "demotion" which way you look at it and we don't know how Mendo would accept such an offer from the president. Surely though, it would not diminish Mendo's influence at the DOTC, since he has been there since this administration started. Some say it was a reward since Arroyo added more responsibilities to Mendo. However, by the looks of it, it seems that the ground is being prepared for his eventual transfer...
It would be very interesting how Arroyo would dislodge DENR secretary Lito Atienza from his post. Or how about PNP chief Avelino Razon Jr. whom civil society members also want to be "retired" or "resigned"? How would Arroyo handle them?
In the past, Arroyo is known to sacrifice her lieutenants and knights just to survive. Surely, Arroyo will not touch Razon. She might "relocate" not totally remove Atienza from his post. Probably Atienza would be transferred to an ambassadorial post? In Guinea I suppose? Or probably the head of the Luneta Park? Or a government corporation? Or since Atienza is fond of abducting witnesses and ordering them to make the rounds of Cavite-Laguna-Batangas, maybe he's fit to be assigned at the Calabarzon area? Arroyo's very creative, this survivor is, she'll find some inventive ways of solving a problem like Atienza. This early, I believe Atienza is a done deal. He's a goner.
Funny thing
A Pulse Asia survey showed that some of the senators who took part in the ZTE deal hearings suffered from a drop in approval ratings, most especially Joker Arroyo. Everybody's ratings dropped, including those of presidentiables Manny Villar and Mar Roxas. Perplexing, is'nt? Probably people hate Arroyo so much that this hatred is beginning to affect her allies at the Senate. Pulse Asia should probably conduct another poll to see why people reacted that way. This survey may or may not influence the Senate, especially Cayetano who also suffered a drop, to continue with the ZTE probe.
Finally, Big Mike admitted the Wack-Wack meeting
After this controversy, I bet that every influence peddler would (1) learn how to play golf and (2) would visit Wack-Wack more often. Look at Abalos, he chairs the golf club and won for himself a nice trip to the US. Wow, that's something. Maybe i'll play some rounds at WackWack and win myself a trip to the US.
By the way, Big Mike, whom Senator Madrigal referred to as "First Goon", "First Grafter" or what have you (I refer to him as "First Golfer" since, despite his reported illness, continues to play that game of the elites), admitted meeting Joey de Venecia that fateful morning at Wack Wack. Though he never admitted telling Joey to "back off", Big Mike admitted warning Joey though of dipping his hands at government contracts, being a son of the Speaker. However, if you closely examine what transpired, I believe Joey more than Big Mike. If Mike admitted admonishing Joey for having himself involved in a government deal, would it be logical to conclude that, indeed, he said that word "back off"?
On hindsight, what's so bad about Big Mike telling Joey to "back off" from the deal? Nothing. In the context of the meeting, it's not bad for the First Gentleman to tell Joey to back off since, as he said, Joey's the son of the Speaker, right? In fact, if FG admitted saying that, it could have been good for him since that shows you how "protective" he was of the national welfare, right? I think this is worth considering by his publicists.
Let's wait and see, shall we? We only have until March 14. Afterwards, if nothing happens at that time, then, we can all junk all of these things and let bygones be bygones. Anyway, 2010 is just around the corner. Pardon Arroyo again for her infraction and just junk her or charge her in court after 2010. However, I don't think people will just do this at this point. People are tired of the corruption and the hardships this administration has been doing since Day One. I think they will flood UST of warm bodies. If not, then, kalimutan na lang lahat ito and just suffer in silence, okey?
It seems that Arroyo's handlers is propping up the situation in anticipation of a major announcement from their principal. I guess Arroyo will be announcing some major changes in the Cabinet, including the "lateral transfer" of DOTC secretary Leandro Mendoza from the DOTC to the newly formed Aviation Authority. Its a "demotion" which way you look at it and we don't know how Mendo would accept such an offer from the president. Surely though, it would not diminish Mendo's influence at the DOTC, since he has been there since this administration started. Some say it was a reward since Arroyo added more responsibilities to Mendo. However, by the looks of it, it seems that the ground is being prepared for his eventual transfer...
It would be very interesting how Arroyo would dislodge DENR secretary Lito Atienza from his post. Or how about PNP chief Avelino Razon Jr. whom civil society members also want to be "retired" or "resigned"? How would Arroyo handle them?
In the past, Arroyo is known to sacrifice her lieutenants and knights just to survive. Surely, Arroyo will not touch Razon. She might "relocate" not totally remove Atienza from his post. Probably Atienza would be transferred to an ambassadorial post? In Guinea I suppose? Or probably the head of the Luneta Park? Or a government corporation? Or since Atienza is fond of abducting witnesses and ordering them to make the rounds of Cavite-Laguna-Batangas, maybe he's fit to be assigned at the Calabarzon area? Arroyo's very creative, this survivor is, she'll find some inventive ways of solving a problem like Atienza. This early, I believe Atienza is a done deal. He's a goner.
Funny thing
A Pulse Asia survey showed that some of the senators who took part in the ZTE deal hearings suffered from a drop in approval ratings, most especially Joker Arroyo. Everybody's ratings dropped, including those of presidentiables Manny Villar and Mar Roxas. Perplexing, is'nt? Probably people hate Arroyo so much that this hatred is beginning to affect her allies at the Senate. Pulse Asia should probably conduct another poll to see why people reacted that way. This survey may or may not influence the Senate, especially Cayetano who also suffered a drop, to continue with the ZTE probe.
Finally, Big Mike admitted the Wack-Wack meeting
After this controversy, I bet that every influence peddler would (1) learn how to play golf and (2) would visit Wack-Wack more often. Look at Abalos, he chairs the golf club and won for himself a nice trip to the US. Wow, that's something. Maybe i'll play some rounds at WackWack and win myself a trip to the US.
By the way, Big Mike, whom Senator Madrigal referred to as "First Goon", "First Grafter" or what have you (I refer to him as "First Golfer" since, despite his reported illness, continues to play that game of the elites), admitted meeting Joey de Venecia that fateful morning at Wack Wack. Though he never admitted telling Joey to "back off", Big Mike admitted warning Joey though of dipping his hands at government contracts, being a son of the Speaker. However, if you closely examine what transpired, I believe Joey more than Big Mike. If Mike admitted admonishing Joey for having himself involved in a government deal, would it be logical to conclude that, indeed, he said that word "back off"?
On hindsight, what's so bad about Big Mike telling Joey to "back off" from the deal? Nothing. In the context of the meeting, it's not bad for the First Gentleman to tell Joey to back off since, as he said, Joey's the son of the Speaker, right? In fact, if FG admitted saying that, it could have been good for him since that shows you how "protective" he was of the national welfare, right? I think this is worth considering by his publicists.
Let's wait and see, shall we? We only have until March 14. Afterwards, if nothing happens at that time, then, we can all junk all of these things and let bygones be bygones. Anyway, 2010 is just around the corner. Pardon Arroyo again for her infraction and just junk her or charge her in court after 2010. However, I don't think people will just do this at this point. People are tired of the corruption and the hardships this administration has been doing since Day One. I think they will flood UST of warm bodies. If not, then, kalimutan na lang lahat ito and just suffer in silence, okey?
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