He was just a second lieutenant when he heard the pleas of the Filipino masses against the Dictatorship. And like his predecessors from the Katipunan, the young Diosdado Valeroso did not think twice--he heeded the call and decided to lay down his life for the Filipino People. Fresh from the Philippine Military Academy, Valeroso joined Danilo Lim and Greg Honasan and several others and organised the RAM or the Reform the Armed Forces Movement (which eventually morphed into the Rebolusyunaryong Alyansang Makabansa). It was 1982--four years before the 1986 Revolution.
When Enrile decided to defect from Marcos and went to the Camp Aguinaldo, Valeroso was with other patriots including Lim, Rafael Cardeno, Abe Purungganan, Billy Bibit, Tito Legaspi, Honasan and others. They stood before the Mammoth and with the people's help they won.
However, as what we already know, the one who replaced the ageing Dictator, was herself, just a puppet of the oligarchs who want nothing more than the recovery of what they lost during the dictatorship. Sensing that the very sacrifice they did at EDSA was being wasted, Valeroso and other young officers established the Young Officers Union or YOU, a revolutionary organisation dedicated towards the attainment of Change or true Pagbabago.
Because of his revolutionary work (which really is fit to be depicted in a film), Valeroso was among those arrested and was jailed during the time of Ramos. He got out of detention, and went back to the service, opting for a post at the newly established Philippine National Police (PNP).
At the PNP, Valeroso worked hard and eventually became a Colonel. He represented the country well as our police attache at China. He worked hard to protect the welfare of OFWs based in China.
When he came back, Valeroso enriched the organisation with his expertise and experience. He got his first star and served the PNP for many years until he reached his retirement last July.
Thirty years had past, yet Valeroso still carries the strong desire for change. The dream of a Truly Prosperous Nation is still his mission. He will not tire until he sees this Nation attain true Change during his lifetime.
Calling all Patriots of the New Generation! Calling all those Filipinos who want to see true change happen in their lifetimes---SUPPORT GENERAL DIOSDADO VALEROSO AS HE BRINGS THE FIGHT OF THE MASSES TO THE HALLS OF THE SENATE!
LET US BRING BACK THE GLORY OF THE SENATE AND TRANSFORM THE SENATE INTO THE REAL PLATFORM OF THE PEOPLE IN EFFECTING THEIR WILL AND PROTECTION OF THEIR WELFARE!
HURRAH!
MABUHAY ANG Y.O.U.!
MABUHAY ANG SAMBAYANANG PILIPINO!!
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Saturday, January 21, 2012
Stronger Elite Dictatorship in the works?
Alan Paguia, former counsel of deposed president Joseph Estrada and Atty. Homobono Adaza have allied and filed a case appealing for a TRO against the impeachment trial. Both lawyers say, that impeachment trial is unconstitutional.
These two had brushes with the Supreme Court before, especially Paguia who once courted the Court's ire. Curiously, they are now the ones "defending" the Supreme Court. Trying to court favors with the Court? I doubt it. I know the calibre of these two colorful characters. Adaza is a good friend, and former counsel of the Young Officers' Union (YOU). He is an idealistic guy. Maybe he's doing it because he really wants changes in government.
S4S (Solidarity for Sovereignty) is a highly credible organisation of idealists. They really want changes. However, I don't know why they tried to ally themselves with this impeachment issue. It is very hard even tactically to defend someone whom the people perceive even now, as corrupt. If S4S thinks that this is an explosive issue that is sure to hit President Aquino directly, then, their reading is faulty, to say the least.
The issue is the creeping dictatorship of the elites, led by the Aquino faction. The issue is the attempts at using the very Constitution to institute an elite dictatorship. And the real issue is not Hacienda Luisita or any other cases where certain personalities close to the Chief Executive have interests on. No.
The issue is---the repeal of the Military pacts between the UNited States and the Philippines. The issue is the amendments to the VFA between these two countries which, certain quarters suspect, contain provisions that violate the 1987 Constitution. And since any constitutional amendments or revision are out of the available options, changes are to be coursed through the Supreme Court.
This early, we are feeling the effects of a strong elite-based dictatorship in the way this administration acts and feels about certain issues. ON Economic issues, for example, the prevailing policy is globalization and a free for all economy. This is to benefit Big BUsiness interests especially with those close to the President.
On the political side, strengthening of the main political aggrupation of close Aquino associates to further their hold on to power even after 2016.
Many people ask me--where will all these lead to?
If the impeachment trial goes by the distance, expect an acquittal. The acquittal will further damage the relationship between the executive and the judiciary because, as what I wrote several entries before, for as long as Corona stays as Chief Justice, decisions issued by the Supreme Court will be scrutinized and will be under a cloud of doubt.
If the impeachment trial is cut short--and many people expect this to happen--then it would lead to political chaos, which could be exploited by unfriendly forces.
These two had brushes with the Supreme Court before, especially Paguia who once courted the Court's ire. Curiously, they are now the ones "defending" the Supreme Court. Trying to court favors with the Court? I doubt it. I know the calibre of these two colorful characters. Adaza is a good friend, and former counsel of the Young Officers' Union (YOU). He is an idealistic guy. Maybe he's doing it because he really wants changes in government.
S4S (Solidarity for Sovereignty) is a highly credible organisation of idealists. They really want changes. However, I don't know why they tried to ally themselves with this impeachment issue. It is very hard even tactically to defend someone whom the people perceive even now, as corrupt. If S4S thinks that this is an explosive issue that is sure to hit President Aquino directly, then, their reading is faulty, to say the least.
The issue is the creeping dictatorship of the elites, led by the Aquino faction. The issue is the attempts at using the very Constitution to institute an elite dictatorship. And the real issue is not Hacienda Luisita or any other cases where certain personalities close to the Chief Executive have interests on. No.
The issue is---the repeal of the Military pacts between the UNited States and the Philippines. The issue is the amendments to the VFA between these two countries which, certain quarters suspect, contain provisions that violate the 1987 Constitution. And since any constitutional amendments or revision are out of the available options, changes are to be coursed through the Supreme Court.
This early, we are feeling the effects of a strong elite-based dictatorship in the way this administration acts and feels about certain issues. ON Economic issues, for example, the prevailing policy is globalization and a free for all economy. This is to benefit Big BUsiness interests especially with those close to the President.
On the political side, strengthening of the main political aggrupation of close Aquino associates to further their hold on to power even after 2016.
Many people ask me--where will all these lead to?
If the impeachment trial goes by the distance, expect an acquittal. The acquittal will further damage the relationship between the executive and the judiciary because, as what I wrote several entries before, for as long as Corona stays as Chief Justice, decisions issued by the Supreme Court will be scrutinized and will be under a cloud of doubt.
If the impeachment trial is cut short--and many people expect this to happen--then it would lead to political chaos, which could be exploited by unfriendly forces.
Monday, September 28, 2009
Ondoy Update: 73 dead, 32 still missing, Half a Million affected and rising..
As of today, the casualty toll from the onslaught of Typhoon Ondoy has reached 73 dead, with still 32 missing. This is not the final count. More information are pouring in from the provinces affected and authorities fear that this will still rise as the days pass.
Half a million Filipinos were also affected, with an unestimated number of establishments and properties damaged. From this number, only 204 families are staying in evacuation centers. This just says that many more are still there, in their rooftops, waiting, waiting for rescue.
The government, says Defense secretary Gilbert Teodoro, is doing their level best addressing the situation. Yet, this calamity is so huge, with CNN saying that this is about three times worst than Hurricane Katrina, that government will surely lack the personnel to use for rescue and relief operations. What is not good is that another LPA (Low pressure area) named Typhoon Peping is poised to hit Luzon three days from now. Rains have not yet subsided, especially in affected areas.
Young Organizers’ Union members and I went out of our comfort zones to help our kababayans. We saw how inadequate government resources are and we are also doing our best to assist those who are still in need. There are still many families needing our assistance, especially in Pasig where almost 75% of the city are submerged in muddy water.
Fellow Filipinos, our kababayans need our help. Please lend your support. In whatever way possible, please give assistance to our fellowmen, especially those with babies who need infant formula, those who are aged and those who already lost their loved ones. Pray for them. Best, try to help by contributing even a peso or ten pesos for them. We will survive this calamity together, if we all unite.
To Young Organizers’ Union (YOU) members, your country salute you. Do not relent. Do not be wary. Do not tire. Sacrifice your life for your fellowmen and die trying.
Half a million Filipinos were also affected, with an unestimated number of establishments and properties damaged. From this number, only 204 families are staying in evacuation centers. This just says that many more are still there, in their rooftops, waiting, waiting for rescue.
The government, says Defense secretary Gilbert Teodoro, is doing their level best addressing the situation. Yet, this calamity is so huge, with CNN saying that this is about three times worst than Hurricane Katrina, that government will surely lack the personnel to use for rescue and relief operations. What is not good is that another LPA (Low pressure area) named Typhoon Peping is poised to hit Luzon three days from now. Rains have not yet subsided, especially in affected areas.
Young Organizers’ Union members and I went out of our comfort zones to help our kababayans. We saw how inadequate government resources are and we are also doing our best to assist those who are still in need. There are still many families needing our assistance, especially in Pasig where almost 75% of the city are submerged in muddy water.
Fellow Filipinos, our kababayans need our help. Please lend your support. In whatever way possible, please give assistance to our fellowmen, especially those with babies who need infant formula, those who are aged and those who already lost their loved ones. Pray for them. Best, try to help by contributing even a peso or ten pesos for them. We will survive this calamity together, if we all unite.
To Young Organizers’ Union (YOU) members, your country salute you. Do not relent. Do not be wary. Do not tire. Sacrifice your life for your fellowmen and die trying.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
YOU conducts organizational trainings throughout the country
Recently, the Young Organizers' Union (YOU), the civilian arm of the Young Officers' Union (YOU) has just conducted various discussion group (DG) sessions with its members nationwide. DG sessions were conducted in Santiago Ilocos Sur, Hacienda Luisita in Tarlac, Barangay San Jose in Antipolo Rizal, Davao City, Zamboanga, Roxas City in Mindoro and Jolo Sulu. Affiliate organizers also conducted food assistance programs in Manila, Taguig, Caloocan City, Paranaque and Muntinlupa, as part of its regular " Programa Para sa Tao" (PPT).
YOU has numerous partner organizer's groups nationwide. It has about 650,000 organizers and an estimated 1.2 to 1.3 million members. It is silently organizing and is in fact, looking for the day when the majestic sun will rise in the East.
YOU has not waivered in its principles and has, in fact, strengthened its ranks ever more. YOU acknowledged its historical roots---the Katipunan. The Bagong Katipunan has shown resiliency in the face of trapo politics.
Now, it is waiting for the day when it will fully realize its political aims---that of making laws for the sake of the majority of our people. It will be the day when slowly we see the emergence of a New Democratic Filipinism--an ideology for the People and by the People--in action.
Mabuhay YOU!
YOU has numerous partner organizer's groups nationwide. It has about 650,000 organizers and an estimated 1.2 to 1.3 million members. It is silently organizing and is in fact, looking for the day when the majestic sun will rise in the East.
YOU has not waivered in its principles and has, in fact, strengthened its ranks ever more. YOU acknowledged its historical roots---the Katipunan. The Bagong Katipunan has shown resiliency in the face of trapo politics.
Now, it is waiting for the day when it will fully realize its political aims---that of making laws for the sake of the majority of our people. It will be the day when slowly we see the emergence of a New Democratic Filipinism--an ideology for the People and by the People--in action.
Mabuhay YOU!
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