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It was a black September day in 2016. That was the day when senators killed the rule of law in the chamber that they fondly call august (August: respected, illustrious, prestigious; words that no longer apply by any means, even faintly, to our present Senate).

Let’s help Sara Duterte trace how the grand dilemma of her confidential funds began.

Public utilities, government agencies, banks and credit card companies treat customers and subscribers as if they are cash cows while their service leaves much to be desired.

Who is onion-skinned? One who is infamously volatile made the charge.

Let's be vigilant that those resting in the cemeteries won't turn up in the ballots for Halloween.

Newspaper reports quoting members of Congress are describing Pres. Ferdinand Marcos’ war on drugs as “bloodless” which are negated by what is happening on the ground.

Suddenly a Dutertephobia erupted.

We should bear in mind that barangay leaders are supposed to represent the people to bring about much-needed changes in grassroots communities, not as extensions of political clans.

Many of the false statements mythologizing the Marcoses are being circulated—in the form of press releases, transcripts, and audiovisual recordings—by offices under the Presidential Communications Office.

It has become a jigsaw puzzle of public interest. What are the pieces?

Politically motivated or not, it was about time they sent a message to the Dutertes that their "bardagulan" days are over.

Unlike their beloved secret funds, the Dutertes do not hide in secret their hatred for Commission on Audit red flags. Publicly and openly, Rodrigo Duterte spews venom against being audited.