mensab
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a Bicolano, an advocate of alternatives, student of life, intimate storyteller, passionate lover, human rights activist, peace builder, volunteer (JVP, 17), a good son, atenista, chess and basketball player, a believer, a friend
a Bicolano, an advocate of alternatives, student of life, intimate storyteller, passionate lover, human rights activist, peace builder, volunteer (JVP, 17), a good son, atenista, chess and basketball player, a believer, a friend
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Ateneo de Manila University
Ateneo de Manila University
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Transition is a fact of life. It is not all about change, nor a continuation. It is a movement, a shift from one to another. It provides an opportunity to constructively change or creatively continue a status quo.
By mensab | Published 2/6/2009 | Read more »
This is a longing poem during christmas time.
By mensab | Published 11/19/2008 | Read more »
Has the UN lived up to the mandates of its Charter since its birth in 1945?
By mensab | Published 11/6/2008 | Read more »
We are not in the best of times, nor the worst of times. We are in these trying times when the shock waves of financial crisis are always reverberating in the news headlines.
By mensab | Published 11/3/2008 | Read more »
This is a poem written for University for Peace Graduating Class of 2008.
By mensab | Published 10/28/2008 | Read more »
Sixty-three years ago, Indonesia gained its independence from the Dutch authority. It was to mark the birth of a new nation, rebuilding it with its own peoples' creative minds and determined hands, according to its own design, identity, and aspiration.
By mensab | Published 10/19/2008 | Read more »
The Provincial Reconstruction Teams (PRTs) implemented in multi-ethnic Afghanistan is recognized as viable solution at this moment to keep up the fragile status-quo of relative peace.
By mensab | Published 6/18/2008 | Read more »
In March 2007, a revised amnesty bill was signed into law by President Hamid Karzai amidst concerns on the constitutionality of the new law and breach of international human rights commitments of Afghanistan.
By mensab | Published 6/5/2008 | Read more »
I would say that crimes, in whatever forms, should be addressed by a justice system that is credible, fair, and transparent. Regardless of age, gender, class, ethnicity and nationality of the offender, s/he should be brought to a "sense" of justice.
By mensab | Published 5/29/2008 | Read more »
Seven years after its independence through referendum, East Timor is very much like a baby in governance and politics. Just like a baby, it is susceptible and prone to viruses and diseases. There is an atmosphere of fragility and volatility of its health condition.
By mensab | Published 5/29/2008 | Read more »
Should the International Community Respond to the Extrajudicial Killings by the Philippine Military?
I would categorically say YES for two reasons. First, the failure of the government to protect calls for a response. Second, the failure is due to the inaction to and disregard of human rights violations.
By mensab | Published 5/28/2008 | Read more »
On May 2, cyclone Nargis hit Myanmar. It was one of the deadliest natural disasters that ever hit the earth. It led to the the international community and various aid agencies came rushing to extend assistance to the people of Myanmar.
By mensab | Published 5/24/2008 | Read more »
The film G.I. Jane follows the story of the first woman who is selected to undergo a "test case" in the rigorous Navy Seal training. Her name is Lt. Jordan O'Neil (Demi Moore), a Navy Intelligence officer.
By mensab | Published 5/12/2008 | Read more »
Recently, I watched a critically-acclaimed and socially informed Mexican movie, Y tu mama tambien (And your mother too). The movie brought back good, fun-filled, and naughty memories of my youthful years, a quintessential journey from boyhood to manhood.
By mensab | Published 5/11/2008 | Read more »
It was a historic upset in the 2007 NBA playoff. The western conference was dominated by the Dallas Mavericks winning a franchise-record of 67 games. As a result, the Mavericks was seeded no. 1. Its opponent was the lowly Golden State Warriors which won 42 games.
By mensab | Published 5/6/2008 | Read more »
The man is remembered for living his life on his own way and world. He is a man to himself and to the world. Bobby Fischer passes away with chess titles and championships memorable to all who see and remember him.
By mensab | Published 2/1/2008 | Read more »
I have a deep interest in films that appeal to nationalist or patriotic sentiments. Michael Collins released in 1996 does fall into this category. It is a story of an Irish hero who inspired and led a revolutionary struggle for independence against the British empire.
By mensab | Published 1/20/2008 | Read more »
Are you thinking of learning new language, meeting different people and culture, advancing your expertise and knowledge, and specializing in a field of your interest? Well, why not study abroad? Here are some practical steps to plan your graduate studies abroad.
By mensab | Published 1/13/2008 | Read more »
This is a short poem for Black History Month. Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his famous "I have a dream" speech forty years ago. This poem locates the speech in the family setting.
By mensab | Published 1/10/2008 | Read more »
The new year has just started. One of my resolutions for this year is to save more money. I recognize that in order for me to save more, I must have a steady income stream. I have three strategies to achieve my goal of saving more.
By mensab | Published 1/9/2008 | Read more »
This is an analysis of the ongoing strike of the writers in the US for TV shows and movies. The strike has revived the question of ownership of power in the production of shows and movies.
By mensab | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
This article talks about an issue that every man faces especially a man in his 30s. The issue on marriage. A man in his 30s shares his experience. This is my story.
By mensab | Published 1/8/2008 | Read more »
The late night shows are back. Since the writers' strike on November 5, 2007, the popular shows such as Leno's "Tonight Show" and Lettermen's "Late Show" are off the air. Now, they are back. Viewers are enthusiastic about their return.
By mensab | Published 1/4/2008 | Read more »
After the celebration for the new year, I look at my first day. I narrate my morning's observations in a dogs' day. It is a lovely day to start the year. Then I start to question the significance of the first day and the rationale of all the celebrations.
By mensab | Published 1/4/2008 | Read more »
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