I got a forwarded e-mail and I’d like to share it.  It’s about an article sent by Dr. Arsenio Martin of Fort Arthur, Texas.

THE DIFFERENCE

The difference between the poor countries and the rich ones is not the age of the country: This can be shown by countries like India & Egypt , that are more than 2000 years old, but are poor.

On the other hand, Canada , Australia & New Zealand , that 150 years ago were inexpressive, today are developed countries, and are rich.

The difference between poor & rich countries does not reside in the available natural resources. Read more »

Noynoy Aquino’s political ad campaign involving prominent Filipino celebrities, including Kris Aquino, Sharon Cuneta, Boy Abunda, Marian Rivera, Dingdong Dantes, James Yap, among others.

Do I see former Ateneo basketball player Enrico Villanueva in the clip?

Today, I finally saw Noynoy Aquino’s girlfriend, Shalani Soledad on TV.  Noynoy Aquino, of course, is the only son of Cory and Ninoy Aquino and just announced his candidacy for President of the Philippines.

Shalani Soledad is so beautiful, Noynoy Aquino is a very lucky man.  Shhh, don’t tell my wife I said that.  Shalani’s face could “launch a thousand votes“.  It could be one of the ingredients for Noynoy’s campaign success.

I  have already narrowed my choice between Noynoy Aquino and Nick Perlas and you know it’s tilting towards Noynoy now.

Yes, I’m that shallow.

The 2010 Philippine Presidential Election is fast approaching.  Who’s your pick?

While we have the “usual suspect” candidates, maybe we should consider alternative ones like Nick Perlas.  I’m not saying vote for Nick Perlas.  I’m saying consider voting for him.

I really don’t know Nick Perlas and what he has done to merit my consideration (or the presidency!) but it is my intention to know more about him. I’m just tired of the “usual suspects”. Read more »

I received an e-mail about change in leadership selection today (2010 elections is fast approaching).  Basically, it’s an alternative way of choosing our leaders. This initiative is inspired by Lead India.

Here’s a quote from Scholastic Javier Alpasa, SJ, the one who started this initiative: Read more »