Cheers to Erik & Joey for this night! Hot from the oven topics include costly and hilarious political ads on tv, Gilbert Teodoro's turncoat ways from Peping to GMA's fold and con-ASS or what ever you want to call it.
My favorite argument, I must say, has to be "Is goodness not enough to lead a country?" Erik, who's a disciple of Conrado D., raised this question in reference to Pampanga Gov. Ed Panlilio. His grounds: Panlilio, being a "Man of God," is a good person; therefore, is perfectly capable of stirring the presidency.
My side: Hypothetically, Panlilio is indeed a good person, can his goodness outline a constitution or draft an economic plan (a stimulus plan, perhaps) to counter recession? A street-smart tactic is good in day-to-day living, but if your in a position where a small move can make or break a nation, I don't think that would work.
I'm not speaking less of him, I should know better than that being a hardcore equality-loving person. In fact, I regard him highly; I see him in a "Moral Leader" kind of light who could inspire people to make the right choices come 2010.
That's what he should probably do! He should serve the people where he is really good at which is being a moral person who's not lusting for power. There are countless of ways to be of service without the PSGs around you.
I also wouldn't want to see a "Man of God," that's if he decide to stick with his cassock, tainted with false accusations of immorality. Although, he's already controversy-ridden in his province with allegations of corruption, but that's another matter.
Bottom line, the beer was cold, I didn't have anything to eat (which is the scenario as of late) and Joey was on my side; thus, the night ended with smiles on our faces and unresolved issues.
©Grace Ramos
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