Good day sir,i just visit your web and i watched the videos,you give us the best alternative this coming election.You have a big chance sir, i am seaman and now i am here in Denmark,i wish to share to you some suggestion that i hope as the next president must be your priority in your platform of government,,JOBS..for me that is the solution of our problem,simply if most Filipinos have job,means more revenues,everybody will be educated,more buying power,low crime(tested and proven)rate or nothing at all,no corruption because no one will bargain a decent and stable job to a crime,no poverty,no rebel,and the country will prosper..sir,give also priority in research because in that way we advance, through our scientists or inventors or geniuses we can create lots of jobs.....sir,i believe that your positive attitude and positive leadership will bring about positive change in our country,so, i wish more power to you and,i will support you.......Godbless you Votes: +0

We've been lucky and happy enough as " Youth " that you are one of the
2010 Presidential Candidates qualified to be the next 2010 PRESIDENT sir.

Votes: +0

You are very much qualified to rule our country sir and with your
working experience is impressive enough to bet other PRESIDENTIABLES.

With all the glory of god everything can happen possible.

Inviting everyone to support Sir Nicanor "Nick" Perlas for
2010 Presidential Election Facebook Apps and show your support.

Join here: http://apps.facebook.com/philelection/

Votes: +0

Dear Nicanor, I happened to read about your decision in a weekly from Dornach at an early stage, and my heart start really beating. Good. Good luck! You will remain yourself, and you can make it. Regards Jochen Votes: +0

Dear Mr Perlas

I agree with you, change is necessary for our country to progress. The first change has to be in the thought and the consideration we give our electoral process. That process today is very rational - as is expected in a democracy, people vote according to their interests. They vote for the person that pays them enough for their vote to buy their next meal; they vote for the candidate that promises them a government contract, or a permit to conduct business, or some other favor. You are asking people to vote for you, apart from those interests they've identified. Please give us some idea how you are going to make our lives better.

Thank you. Votes: +0

Good day!

To be honest sir,I really haven't heard about you nor your declaration to run for presidency until today,when i was able to talk to our customer (I am working at a call center,by the way),who happened to be a Filipino and a classmate of yours in Xavier (Ed Binanay,I think was his name). He then told me about you and your endeavors. Well.it seems that he had me convinced to consider you,sir,right after reading about you online.

Looking forward to you candidacy and be assured of my vote.

LOts of luck,
pearl Votes: +0

sir ordinaryong tao ako po pero nakapagaral naman pero so far i have found it difficult to comprehend your achievements, plan, and etc. though as of now i believe in you and rest assure i will be a supporter

sana make your site a little accesible to a more public less educated Pilipino... Votes: +1

Hi Nikki,

Traditional politics banks on money machinery, and if need be goons, guns, more gold.
While you wish to give the Filipinos new politics based on merit, it is so hard to comprehend, verbose even for the internet savvy. The majority of Filipinos cannot comprehend your message.

The message of Noynoy is love. Love for country, people and truth. Let me relate how I watched ANC report one late registrant in the Middle East. He didnt believe his vote mattered anymore. Until the changes in the Philippines happened. Suddenly, he valued his vote and my guess is he is also voting for Noynoy.

Be a statesman. Have more faith in the good. Butch Abad isnt your trapo. Neither is Sen. Salonga. I voted for him even against Ramos and to this day I dont regret it esp after Ramos emerged as a silent backer of the RAM during Cory's term.

Help Noynoy and you will be seen as a hero like Panlilio and Padaca. They have helped the chances of Noynoy to win. Stay on the right path and also support Noynoy. Otherwise you will be forever branded as a ranting Don Quixote. History will be kind to you if you accept the will of the Filipino people now.

Recognize that democracy is about representing the majority after being chosen by the majority. Our spiritual experience of August 5 and the blessing of Noynoy should make it clear that God is blessing the Filipino people again. Recognize it as all truth-loving and patriotic Filipinos now do. Please support Noynoy instead of going your chosen way against the tide. Votes: -1

Our "Inang Bayan" of more than 86 million souls should not, must not be the exclusive preserve of the "abusive" oligarchy, the "useless" Trapos and the "conscienceless" Political Dynasties.

Votes: +0

Excerpted from "Ang Pungsod Ilonggo" INM eNewsletter at: www.ilonggoNation.blogspot.com

"....A consensus was reached: to reform a country almost totally swallowed by the "ogres" of the system; is a gigantic task. So we go back to basics, our roots. It's like instead cleaning the neighborhood, we start within your own house. And if we could persuade neighbors to do the same, perhaps we might be able to collectively cure the "Cancer of Filipino Society" or forever perish as a people.

Our "Inang Bayan" of more than 86 million souls should not, must not be the exclusive preserve of the "abusive" oligarchy, the "useless" Trapos and the "conscienceless" Political Dynasties....."

Ang inyo utod sa kausa, kaupod dinggol.d~~~
Votes: +0

I totally agree with this. Mr. Perlas seems to be very logical and has his heart in the right place. I read about him in the Inquirer and even paused to consider him in the next elections. Sad to say, in Philippine politics, one really needs money and the machinery to be able to launch an effective national campaign. Bakit hindi niyo lang lang po i-offer ang sarili niyo para matulungan si Noynoy? Support Noynoy and share with him your ideas for a a better Philippines. He may not be perfect, but he is sincere, has integrity and has no record of corruption. That's a good enough start for me. Noynoy is just one person. We should all do our share in helping the country move forward.

Good luck!

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Hi Nikki,

Traditional politics banks on money machinery, and if need be goons, guns, more gold.
While you wish to give the Filipinos new politics based on merit, it is so hard to comprehend, verbose even for the internet savvy. The majority of Filipinos cannot comprehend your message.

The message of Noynoy is love. Love for country, people and truth. Let me relate how I watched ANC report one late registrant in the Middle East. He didnt believe his vote mattered anymore. Until the changes in the Philippines happened. Suddenly, he valued his vote and my guess is he is also voting for Noynoy.

Be a statesman. Have more faith in the good. Butch Abad isnt your trapo. Neither is Sen. Salonga. I voted for him even against Ramos and to this day I dont regret it esp after Ramos emerged as a silent backer of the RAM during Cory's term.

Help Noynoy and you will be seen as a hero like Panlilio and Padaca. They have helped the chances of Noynoy to win. Stay on the right path and also support Noynoy. Otherwise you will be forever branded as a ranting Don Quixote. History will be kind to you if you accept the will of the Filipino people now.

Recognize that democracy is about representing the majority after being chosen by the majority. Our spiritual experience of August 5 and the blessing of Noynoy should make it clear that God is blessing the Filipino people again. Recognize it as all truth-loving and patriotic Filipinos now do. Please support Noynoy instead of going your chosen way against the tide. Votes: -1

I believe in Nicanor Perlas and the kind of reform that he represents. The complexities of traditional politics is beyond the issues of money, goons and machineries. It not enough to have a moral leader. We need leaders who have strong visions for our society. We have been demanding far too less from our leaders and now is the time for us to grow more critical as a society. Democracy was never meant as conformity to the sentiments of the majority. We may be a spiritual people, but for as long as we use the simplistic fatalism of religion to articulate the future of our society,I am afraid that we might never surpass the condition of smallness. Votes: +0

Mapag Palayan Gabi sa inyo at mabuhay ang bagong Filipino!! marami ng nag daan na henerasyon marami ng nanungkulan ngunit iisa ang naging resulta kahirapan at walang awang pag nanakaw ng 99% na nanunungkulan sa atin bansa mula sa barangay tanud hanggang sa pangulo ng atin bansa, at walang sinuman ang pwedeng mangako na kaya nilang kontrolin o ihinto ang ganitong sistema ng pamamalakad ng atin gobyerno-marami na ang nangako na itoy pahihintuin o kokontrolin ngunit pag upo nila sa kanilang mga posisyon lahat ng bagay na kanilang sinabi ay unti unting nawawala...marami na ding mga dabluhasa ang nag latag ng kanilang plataporma de gobyerno sa edukasyon-pagkain-pananalapi-at mga proyektong kanilang gagawin habang silay nanunungkulan ngunit ito'y nagiging ugat lamang o paraan para makapag nakaw sa kaban ng bayan... ngunit sa pag lipas ng panahon walang naging konkretong ibedensya para may maparuhasan.dahil bago nila gawin ito ay kanilang pinag pupuyatan kung paano masasagawa ng malinis ang kanilang mga balakin at kunsakali man may maging kalat sa pag takbo ng panahon ito'y kanilang lilinisin bago sila bumaba sa pwesto, kaya ko po nilalahad ang akin pananaw sa kadahilanan hindi programa ang batayan sa pagpili ng isang tunay na mag lilingkod sa bayan' kundi isang tunay na tapat na tao na may tunay na hangarin maiangat ang kayang lupang sinilangan sa sguradong at walang puknat na kamatayan sa mga susunod pang mga siglo kung hindi ito matitigil bukas o sa isang araw....hindi ko po kayang tawaran ang mabagay o mga tagumpay na inyong naabot ginoong nicanor perlas maaaring masyadong radikal ang pag lalahad ko ng akin pananaw dahil ayoko ko pong matulad sa mga kababayan natin na ang magaling lamang ay ang kanilang pagsasalita, 4 na baytang lang ang natapos at hindi ako nabibilang sa mga taong may magandang pinanggalingan estado sa buhay hindi po ako naiiba sa 90 pursyentong filipino na hindi nila alam kung paano sila mabubuhay bukas! yun po ang akin pinangalingan Ginoong nicanor perlas pero madami na pong umanyaya sa aking katulad ninyong kandidato na gusto nilang makuha ang akin suporta sa dadating na eleksyon ngunit wala po akong pinag bigyan sa kanila at ito din po ang unang pag lalahad ko ng akin saloobin sa isang nagbabalak na manungkulan sa pinaka mataas na posisyon sa ating gobyerno sa kadahilanan nabasa ko ang iyong mga mit-hiin at tagumpay at balanseng talino at pamumuhay na hindi ko po nakita sa ibang kandidato para presidente.maaasahan nyo po ang buong pwersa ng suporta na magmumula sa akin... kung magiging matatag ang inyong panindigan sa mit-hiing munling pag bangon ng bawat isang filipino sa tiyak na kamatayan sa kahirapan!!! maraming salamat po Votes: +0

Several years ago I attended conference on Elite Globalization that Nikki hosted. I was permanently imprinted with a love for the country and its people. As I follow this emerging election I only wish there was something I could do to help. I remind the naysayers that the adoption of PA21 was at probably as improbable as the election of Nikki as president. Yet it was accomplished because people came together out of their impulses to make a difference and to do the right thing. Votes: +0

Several years ago I attended conference on Elite Globalization that Nikki hosted. I was permanently imprinted with a love for the country and its people. As I follow this emerging election I only wish there was something I could do to help. I remind the naysayers that the adoption of PA21 was at probably as improbable as the election of Nikki as president. Yet it was accomplished because people came together out of their impulses to make a difference and to do the right thing. Votes: +0

When you say platform I was expecting to see an action plan with time tables and deliverables for each of the pilars, however all i see here are general statements, if this is all you have then you are no different from the other candidates who basically has the same. The executive branch is all about execution and implementation of the laws and im interested on how you will implement each of the pillars. Each task in the implentation plan should have supporting laws if there is none then the alternative avenue you will use.

The absence of any implementation/action plan for each of the pilars puts you in the same category as the other candidates, ergo we as voters will back the people who we think has a lot to lose if he does not deliver or if he goes against his words. With regards to excess baggage, you also have some of your own which puts you in the same category with another candidate.

As voters we can only hope that all candidates we vote for can deliver on their general statements and remain true to their promise.

My comment may very well be asking too much of your time but it is essential at least for me and my clan who looks up to me for the direction they vote.

BTW - whats your stand on the following issues?

1. Capital Punishment
2. Abortion - 1st trimester; fetus quality of life; threathens the life of the mother; what stage do you recognize the existence of life.
3. Charter Change - are you for parliamentary form? unicameral; would you change the provision in the constitution that limits the ownership of natural resources to filipinos? if you do whats the proportion?
4. Pork Barrel - are you for the abolition or its retention if you are for its retention what will you change if there is any.
5. Will you actively (with targets) investigate the corruption charges of GMA; allegation of murder of Erap and Lacson
6. Political Appointments; Constitutional Appointments - are you in favor of appointing career officials; based on merits etc.
7. Climate Adoption - Whats your strategy?
8. Will you allow the entry of abortifacient drugs?


You mentioned six general statements (please dont call them platforms because they are not) of the issues you are advocating what is your direction on them?

1. Environment - Are you for total log ban and ban of fishing, hunting, trekking, eco tourism?
Our rice production generates methane that is much thicker than carbon products that worsen the greenhouse effect will you ban this also?
2. Poverty - Whats your strategy?
3. Food Security - whats your strategy?
4. Conversion of land from food producing land to houses.

Thanks,

Willie Votes: +1

Goodluck! Votes: +0

hi! could u provide details on specific policy actions regarding achieving these 6 pillars? Votes: +0

Thursday,November 5,2009

Dear Sir,
Hi,I am Mr.Danilo M. Pagtakhan.A former president of Graduate Studies at Pamantasan ng Lungod ng Pasay and an earnest environmentalist,anti-nuclear campaigner,new energy campaigner and an aspirant for a doctorate degree in education.I have started to hear about you and the issues and sensible changes that you wish to represent for our dear republic and precious people:The Filipinos.Yes, I am ready for any social change that you have in mind for us,as long as that change is acceptable and sensible enough to satisfy common sense.I don't vote just for popularity or if a person is wealthy or demonize these attributes,but to put it fairly these are the very least things that I need as a citizen and a constituent.To me,...great intentions for a hopefull people and how to do it for them is what matters most,a very serious person for a very serious problem to a very serious office,is what makes my choice of candidate.Keep it up Mr.Perlas,and you are my possible choice for president and by the way,you can get also get the votes of all environmental NGO's in our country like:Greenpeace Phil.Haribon Foundation etc.I believe that they would likewise be happy to choose a true green presidentiable.You have to satisfy their hearts and not theyre pockets ok?Mabuhay to you!

Mr.Danilo M. Pagtakhan
Greenpeace Activist/Educator Votes: +0

Itong mga nakaraang buwan bago pa uminit ng todo ang presidential2010 ay may nabuong katanungan sa aking isipan...PAANO MASUSULUSYUNAN O KAYA MAPUPUNAN ANG MGA PROBLEMA SA ENERHIYA, TRANSPORTASYON, PAGKAIN, PABAHAY, EDUKASYON, TEKNOLOHIYA, MALINIS NA INUMIN AT SAPAT NA PAGKAIN NANG DI NAAPEKTUHAN AT NASISIRA ANG KALIKASAN...marami sa aking katanungan ay sa inyo ko lang nakita ang malinaw, konkreto at sistematikong paghayag ng mga maaring gawin at pamamaraan...MABUHAY po kayo...sana po maihayag din po sa TAGALOG at babasahin papel upang mas umabot po sa karamihan lalo na po sa dapat makaalam sa inyong plataporma..kami po yun...salamat po at mabuhay kayo!!!! Votes: +0

Hi, i watched you on probe just a few hours ago. Just happened to have changed the channel from a stupid comedy show i was watching, but it was worth switching. You displayed great conviction and dedication to your answers and work respectively, so i thought of learning more about you in the internet specifically on your website. However, if there is,i may have not noticed if you had these platforms posted in tagalog. The internet can be accessed pretty much by everyone in our society nowadays whether at home or in computer shops, but not all may fully understand your posted platform by heart. Please don't let this be of any offensive notion to you and to anyone reading this right now. But it would be better if every filipino active in such technology and political awareness could understand it fully(especially when spoken in our native tongue) so we could truly capture your vision as well as sincerely identifying this fellow filipino that were supporting. You have my vote sir. And i hope everyone else as well. Do not let us down if you win. We may fall into the bottomless pit of oppression if all else fails. Godbless. Votes: +0

dear sir
ako resitente ng singapore at nag tratrabaho s canada ....naniniwala po ako syu..ako po sumusuporta s inyu at ikakampanya kita.. dtu s singapore at canada...ksi gusto ko po..maibalik ang respento ng ibang bansa sa mga pilipino... nakikita ko s inyu ang pag babago ng pilipinas. MABUHAY PO KAYO..... Votes: +0

In order for us to live we must be ready to give up our lives to others. A sign of change in our political arena is emminent simply because we have now reached the point where we have our face on the walls... Enough!!!
Thank you for giving us hope again. A hope that is not just ideal, but true,scientific & practical. Winnability is always and will always be the ultimate question for you sir.Not to worry though,After getting to know you & your political platforms from the ABS CBN Tv program Profile I can rest asure in my heart that there is still a way out of these mess for our Philippines.Your idea is like a VIRUS and I thank you sir for infecting me.My only wish now is that the other presedentiables will have the chance to get to know you, my President. Votes: +0

Mr. Perlas,
Hindi ko mawari sa kabila ng iyong katalinuhan ay hindi mo pala kayang intindihin ang riyalidad ng buhay. Ang kakayahang mabasa ang na ikaw ay nag aaksaya lang ng panahon. Maganda sana ang mga iniisip mo kaya lang sa wari ko malakas ka lang managinip. Siguro tao ka nga lang na katulad ng iba mga mithiin na baliw sa pananaw na kaya nilang baguhin ang mundo. Sa ganang akin, ikaw ay isang baliw sa isang ambisyon na alam mo walang mangyayari. Oo naniniwala ako sa pinagsasabi mo pero sa paraang gagawin mo na ikaw ay magiging presidente ng Pilipinas muna at tapos saka mo gagawin ang mga idelohiya mo, palagay isa yang kabaliwan. Sana tumakbo ka muna sa mababang pwesto, kagaya ng kongreso at doon mo ipakita ang iyong galing at baka mapansin ka at malay mo yan na ang iyong daan sa minimithi mong pwesto.
Sa ngayon bumaba tuloy ang tingin ko sa yo. Dahil isang kabobohan ang iyong ginagawa ngayon.... Votes: +0

good luck i will support you all the way
this is my first time to vote and i know that it will not be wasted
Votes: +0

bring sustainable development in philippines Votes: +0

mr president

good luck and be ure self we are here to support you. Votes: +0

Gusto ko po lang itanong sa inyo kong sakaling kayo po ang mapipiling maging Pangulo ng Pilipinas, may naisip ba kayong magandang paraan tulong sa ating mga kababayan na nasa ibang bansa"OFW".Kasi ang ating Gobierno ngayon halos umaasa nalang sa mga OFW; at proud pa sila. sa dami ng mga dumarating na pinoy dito sa abroad na ayaw ng bumalik sa pilipinas.mabuti nalang maabilidad talaga ang mga pinoy kaya sila ay hinahangaan ng mga employer. pero eto ang kwento. Isang gabi may dinner party ang boss ko at habang nag didinner sila ipigmamalaki ako ng employer ko dahil tiwala siya sa akin at bukod pa doon magaling daw ako sa trabaho. pero ang sagot naman ng isang guest sa dinner nila; ang sabi mero daw siyang sampu nyan sa bahay. nanliit talaga ako sa sinabi. Parang aso ang turing ng iba dito. Kaya ibubuto ko talaga kayo basta gumawa po kayo ng paraan na hindi na makapag isip ang ibang pinoy na umalis sa ating bansa. Votes: +0

Hoy! mga pinoy sa kapapanuod nyo ng sine. kahit sa panahon ng election artista parin ang bunoboto nyo.hindi mabubuo ang pilikula pag walang director; ang artista sumusunod lang yan kong ano ang sasabihin ng director. kaya kayo huwag kayong mag papadikta. pinag bobola lang kayo ng mga artista. mag basa kayo ng mag dyaryong kong saan makapulot ng maganda idea. para marami kayong malalaman kong ano ang tunay na nangyayari sa ating bansa. baka hindi nyo alam kong sino ang pumatay kay Jose rizal; at sabihin nyo naman na si Marcos Votes: +0

sinong iboboto mo?
ung nagsasabi na kailangan ng pagbabago pero hindi sinasabi kung paano?
ung nagsasabi na wala syang kasalanan at kailangan nyang tapusin ang terminong inagaw sa kanya?
ung parang napilitan lang tumakbo para mapunan ang pangangailangan ng mga taong hindi naniniwala sa kanya nung una?
ung taong OFW LANG nakatuon ang atensyon?
o ung taong matigas ang ulo na may mas kapanipaniwalang plataporma?
marami pang iba (too many to mention)

bakit sa kanya?
kasi magaling ciang kumanta, sumayaw, umarte, kumain ng bubog, tumulay sa barb wire?
kasi binibigyan ka nila ng pera kapag pasko or malapit na ang election?
kasi kumakain cia ng nakakamay sa tondo?
kasi anak cia ng dating presidente at senador naniniwala ka na magiging ganoon din cia?
kasi mag ganda ng kasal nila ng aswa nia?
kasi nakita mo ang pangalan nia at litrato sa banner na bumabati ng maligayang araw ng patay?
o baka kasi
iba cia sa mga taong nauna sa kanya

hindi sa pagsayaw o pagkanta magkakaroon ng pagbabago
hindi rin mawawala ang mga kurakot
hindi maiaalis sa mga tao na sisihin ang gobyerno kapag nag taas ng piso ang paborito mong candy
hindi magkakaroon ng pagbabago kung hindi ito magsisimula sa ating lahat

"Everything is interrelated and systemic" nicanor jesus perlas Votes: +0

you have my vote, Mr. Perlas... I was so impressed with your dedication for Filipino people... .... I will help you campaign here in iloilo city ..... particularly in our little barrio.... Have faith.... God speed Votes: +0

Dear Mr. Nic Perlas sir, I and many other Filipino lesbians, gays, bakla, bantut, bayot, bisexuals, tomboy, transgenders, transsexuals, intersex (LGBTI) and other ’sexual and gender minorities’ (SGMs) in the country are interested in knowing what your platform and programme of action is regarding the equal human rights of Filipino lesbians, gays, bakla, bantut, bayot, bisexuals, tomboy, transgenders, transsexuals, intersex (LGBTI) and other ’sexual and gender minorities’ (SGMs) in the country?

http://diversityandequality.ph/index.php/2009/10/30/an-open-letter-to-legislators-and-to-those-running-for-the-2010-national-elections/

Thank you very much and we hope to hear your full and sincerest answer to our question. Votes: +0

Dear Sir,

I am delighted by your concepts and political platforms that may guarantee a realizable hope for our nation's future and for our great people.In fact,one of the primary things that I appreciate from you,...is your "green image"in not just being able to lead a nation,but a person who has the potential to be a "homme du monde"(i.e.man of the world).But what I noticed is,you publicity seemed to depart from what can be an encompassing medium,such as:much popular T.V.shows and more media exposures.Added to that,as a language major and a critic on peoples expressibility,I believe that your concept of winnabilty;has too much wordiness and a bit uncatering to the peoples preference on first impression and perhaps their common comprehension.I believe that too much political jargon is impolite to our nation's suffrage elements with regards to your efforts in extending your intentions to the populace.Nevertherless,as a supporter to a fellow environmentalist like you...I prefer,to be patient and to wait for more your personal politics to even more mature in coming glorious and hopefull days.Mabuhay!

Mr.Danilo M. Pagtakhan I
Greenpeace activist/Educator
Saint Joseph Village,Panapaan,
Bacoor,Cavite
Philippines Votes: +0

Dear Sir,

I am delighted by your concepts and political platforms that may guarantee a realizable hope for our nation's future and for our great people.In fact,one of the primary things that I appreciate from you,...is your "green image"in not just being able to lead a nation,but a person who has the potential to be a "homme du monde"(i.e.man of the world).But what I noticed is,...your publicity seemed to depart from what can be....an all encompassing medium such as:more popular T.V.shows and more media exposures to gain familiarity to many Filipinos.Added to that,as a language major and a critic on peoples expressibility,I believe that your concept of winnabilty;has too much wordiness and a bit uncatering to the peoples preference on first impression regarding their primary concern and even in their common comprehension.I believe that too much political jargon is an idea impolite to our nation's suffrage elements with regards to your efforts,to explain your intentions to the populace.Nevertherless,as a supporter to a fellow environmentalist like you,I prefer to be patient and to wait for more your personal politics to even more mature in coming glorious and hopefull days.Mabuhay!

Mr.Danilo M. Pagtakhan I
Greenpeace activist/Educator
Saint Joseph Village,Panapaan,
Bacoor,Cavite
Philippines Votes: +0

I am not amazed that there are still people who work at the back stage for the good of this weary country. I am not amazed because I still believe in this country. People like you, sir, should not doubt my full support. I will vote for you as the next President of this country! Votes: +0

1. How will you solve the decades-old peace and order problem in Mindanao, and how optimistic are you that peace would come?

2. The world is facing an impending oil crisis. How prepared is the Philippines when the day comes the world exhausted its last drop? Can we sustain a vibrant economy based solely on renewable energy?

3. You said that poverty, corruption and other social ills can be eradicated, if not fully, to a large extent, by changing people’s mindset and transforming the person within. These are lofty ideals. How fast do you think this new culture would catch on to change our economic landscape, given that not everyone is receptive to change – with some being plain apathetic and others vehemently opposed to it?
Votes: +0

I heard you when you filed your candidacy. I was immediately impressed because your words and thoughts echoed what we have been always discussing in graduate school classes. I just hope others will see the vision and the hope that after all the traditional politicians there is still light at the end of the tunnel for the Philippines. People have been saying my vote will just be wasted on a candidate with very slim chance of winning. I have countered their comments by saying that if everyone thinks that way then there will really be no chance for a person with character and vision to lead the country. You definitely have my vote and I am going to campaign for you at work and in school. God bless you. Votes: +0

Sir, your son, Chris is our neighbor and I've had the fortune of seeing you in our building several times.
I am so impressed when I found out about you on TV because you seem very simple and humble in person despite the impressive background. I can also tell you are a good father and an example as your son is friendly and very modest as well. Your goal to become president will definitely be a tough road but if supported by many, I know it can be achieved. I wish you the best, Sir. Votes: +0

I just heard you on the Harapan debate and while I was mostly impressed about your statements most especially about how well-thought out your plans if you were elected for presidency and the only one to express environmental awareness, I was quite disappointed with your very ambivalent answer towards the RHB. I know that it is not very popular to oppose the bill and might cost you votes if you oppose it but please be open to the points that I shall point out regarding the RHB.

First of all, let us establish the infallibility of the teaching that contraceptives should be used. It has long been taught by the clergy all around the world for over 40 years and thus is part of the universal magisterium. I will not go into the details of that because there have been controversies mostly to the fear of alienating many practicing Catholics. However, the Church has consistently supported that teaching.

Secondly, Catholics (which accounts for majority of the Philippine population) regard sex's purpose for both procreation AND a celebration of 2 people within the sanctity of marriage. Both conditions must be met to uphold the sacredness of the purpose that God gave it. In the eyes of the Catholic church, the only way to have sex responsibly is to meet these two conditions. If a couple is, because of some serious situation, cannot and should not have more children, the Church allows the use of Natural Family Planning and abstinence as a means of birth control. The use of contraceptives is prohibited because it prevents God's will if his will is for the couple to have more children. Many practicing Catholics have opposed this teaching because many lack a proper faith to have generosity in their love of God. Because the Catholic Church is an institution run by imperfect humans, it cannot perfectly execute the nurturing of the Catholic community's faith. The use of contraceptives is not deemed acceptable to the church in difficult situations such as when a couple can no longer support any more children, when a couple cannot control their urges or when a couple is overly burdened of controlling their urges that their marriage is at risk. All of these situations reveal a lack of LOVE for God and for each other and a very very great fear and unwillingness for sacrifice (an important concept in the Catholic Faith for redemption). As I have stated earlier in this article, a couple in true love, should be able to sustain that love even without sex. A perfect example is Mary and Joseph. Entering marriage should be done responsible and each respective party should know that they love the other enough to endure many hardships, including if they cannot engage in sexual activities.

Thirdly, what I find disagreeable with the Reproductive Health Bill the most is the teaching to age-appropriate students both natural and artificial methods of birth control. Even at 18, people are still very impressionable about their choices. People at 18 are often still very confused and have little or no convictions especially regarding their faith. Government has the obligation to provide proper education to the nation but the notion of proper education in terms of morality will never by concretized because of many opposing religious views. It is the parent's responsibility to provide for the moral education of their children. That is what RESPONSIBLE parenthood is. If parents are not responsible, the government should not interfere and "compensate" by teaching what they perceive as moral because the subject of morality is NOT absolute. Uneducated parents have the responsibility to SEEK the knowledge they need to teach their children. Government should not IMPOSE "moral" education (which includes birth control methods btw) on students because these are the children of parents who may oppose these birth control methods. when teaching the use of artificial contraceptives, you are effectively teaching a child that you CAN have sex without the intention of having a child and outside marriage; that sex can be done for the sole purpose of achieving pleasure and "loving" each other "RESPONSIBLY". Sex is a sacred activity and and by teaching artificial birth control, you are practically saying that its a tool that can be used "responsibly" for pleasure.

I thank you to have bothered to read all my points regarding the RHB. I hope that I was able to convince you to oppose the RHB. Votes: -1

i feel embarrassed for having researched about you only now. as a responsible citizen and a voter, i should've done my assignment months ago instead of allowing myself to succumb to depression and hopelessness. until yesterday, i was actually considering not voting at all (for the first time). thanks to a friend of mine who posted your interview in a multiply site and spoke of your brilliance, i started getting curious about you. i did see the HARAPAN debate on abs-cbn, but i was underwhelmed by your presence (sorry...) and it was still the usual trapos who really stood out.

anyhow, thank you! thank you! i never believed in voting on the basis of a candidate's winnability. thank you for giving us a real choice. finally.

ps. i really hate that comment above re the RH bill. Votes: +1

To offer Filipinos more resources and enable them to better know their candidates, we have included the profiles of several politicians in PinoyProfile. We have recently added the profile of Presidentiable Nicanor Perlas. See it here -- http://www.pinoyprofile.com/nicanor-perlas/ Votes: +1

in your article of "tax reform or eradication of corruption?" at the last part, when you mentioned: "Absent this necessary pre-requisite, tax reform will simple become another source of illegal money for corrupt government officials, money obtained from the sweat and tears of honest Filipino workers." isn't simple supposed to be 'simply'?
just curious because we are students writing an essay on taxation.. Votes: +0

Hi, Sir. I hope I am not late in expressing support for your campaign, given the disqualification decision of the COMELEC. I hope you continue your appeal for reconsideration and I'm hoping that they reverse their decision.

I had wavered in my decision to support your campaign because of the "overwhelming surge" of a scion of a political clan. I had to re-read your articles on "Winnability" to get inspiration. I am now, more than ever, convinced that you deserve the votes of Filipinos who truly love their country. I am done with choosing the "lesser evil". I want the real thing, the good choice, to win. I will campaign more actively for you and use your arguments on "Winnability" to convince people about the new politics.

I support the RH bill, and it is good that you corrected your stand when it was pointed out by Cheche Lazaro that RH Bill does not condone abortion. The RH Bill is a step toward a more responsible citizenship and earth-stewardship. I hope you leave the religious shepherding to the churches and stand apart from the tradpols who do not know what separation of church and state means.

Mabuhay po kayo!

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he sure does my friend, we cannot forgive comelec this time hehe Votes: +0

Having read the program of this movement I can fully understand Comelec's desire to disqualify its leader.

Surely only people with money should be allowed to wield power?

You represent true hope for a country brought to it knees by its leaders.

God bless you in all your endeavors! Votes: +0

I'm seriously considering voting for Dr. Nicanor Perlas as President. However, information on his platform of government has little or no information on his stand on at least two issues: the country's foreign debt problem and the reproductive health bill now pending in Congress. I eagerly await details concerning his stand on these issues. Votes: +0

Hi Daniel,

He did answer those issues in two of his interviews. These are the links.


Reproductive http://www.facebook.com/note.p...4257933298
Foreign Debts http://www.probetv.com/index.p...0&Itemid=8 Votes: +0

I reviewed the taped interviews of Dr. Perlas on reproductive health and foreign debt and have follow-up questions. No, I disagree totally with the Catholic Church's position on the reproductive health bill, and will vote for a candidate who supports it. I won't vote for a candidate who takes the middle ground or decides to sit on the fence on this crucial issue.

The Church says modern family planning methods like the use of a condom cause abortion and should be banned. It only approves of natural family planning methods which, based on women's experience, are largely useless and ineffective. It also wants a ban on information about and access to modern family planning methods because these cause abortion and are illegal. What is Dr. Perlas' stand on the use of modern family planning methods? I would seriously suggest that Dr. Perlas get a copy of the actual reproductive health bill under deliberation in Congress so he can make an informed stand on it.

Regarding his stand on foreign debt, there is a law, still in effect, that mandates an automatic appropriation of a fixed percentage of the annual national budget to foreign debt payments. Will he allow this law to remain in effect?

Also, a review of non-crony foreign debts will show terms and conditions imposed by international financial institutions on us that are onerous and place the Filipino nation in a perpetual state of indebtedness. What will he do about this? Votes: +0

Sir, I would just like to express my admiration and respect for your decision to run for the Presidency. I still believe that the COMELEC's decision is unfounded and I hope this will be reversed.

Admittedly, though I was aware of your campaign, much of my attention was on the other Presidentiables since they stood out during the debates. I'm a newly registered voter and I was considering voting for one of them, simply because I believed that my choice was limited to who the lesser evil was. However, it was only recently that I started reading blogs about you, which led me to your platform. But what really got my attention was the article you wrote about winnability.

Sir, I am glad that some Filipinos can still think this way and not fall under the traps of the common notion of winnability. It gives me hope that if only all Filipinos could grasp this idea, then perhaps we'd all be better off, even by just a little. And, Sir, it inspires me that a man like you can stand up for his beliefs and fight for them, given how corrupt and dirty the country's politics is. It inspires me that a man with integrity and compassion is running for the highest office in the land not for personal gain or satisfaction but out of a genuine concern for the Filipinos. I believe that a good man can still get elected President, despite all other people's misgivings.

I apologize for realizing all these things only now but I hope it is not too late for me to be able to help out. God bless you, Sir! Votes: +1

Dear Sir Nick,
A pleasant day to you sir.

After reading your blogs i was moved. I was moved in the realization of how such a man still exists in your age group(sorry for my opinion). I am sure that all Filipino's are with you in this quest sir. Most if not all simply need to be "awakened". I am with you in your mission sir. I am doing in my own little way to let our brethren know about this hope. That if we need to change we must start within us. And that if we need change we need to act.

May God bless you and your loved one's sir.


Sincerely,
JUNMER Q. LLUBIT RN Dubai UAE (From Bohol, Philippines) Votes: +5

I strongly believe that our country has a better future with you as our President. I would like you to know that my family will support a candidate like you who is also concern about humanity in all aspect. God Bless you Votes: +0

Let me begin by stating that, like (presumably) most of those who have affixed their names to this site, I have read over your Six Pillars, and, like most of the commentators out here, I felt more than slightly euphoric over its breadth, for I have never yet seen such. I recognize that, should you succesfully implement those programs as stated in your Six Pillars, you will create here an air of accountability (among other things) that future leaders will find impossible to back off without causing a furore.

However, looking it over and over, repeatedly, one query has continually sought its pairing answer: how will you fund all these programs that you seek to implement should you become president? I do not think I'm being overly cynical with this, and I suppose this query of mine should merit nothing less than a sufficient answer.

That is all. Votes: +1

On climate change

Phillip Morris told me cigarettes aren't harmful.
Yes, because they used fake science like the global climate change hacks – climate scientists were advocating the position they were in favor of.
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Global warming is a junk science. Maybe the reason why there is so much “evidence” for global warming is because the issue is potential recipient of grant money. They say the earth is warning, and every time they show evidence, it is found in “political advocacy sites” that the data is either incorrect or was manipulated. These fake evidences on climate change are warmer than it is now. Science is not done on websites, in press releases, or discussion forums. It's not done by fake climate scientists fueled by political ideology. Votes: +1

I havent really read all of the articles that is posted in your website, but I can see that you are an alternative vote. But, to become the Choice of the voters, you need to strengthen your campaign. If others use television, you should use internet to the fullest! Maybe you need to post a lot of ads.

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Despite knowing the difficulties of running for an electoral position without the establishment of a concrete name as compared to the others running, I admire your courage for aiming at such a goal. Your platform is really nice. However, not many Filipinos are learned enough to be able to umderstand the ideals of sustainable development. I for one, just recently learned it in a class called: science and society 10. How do you plan on making people understand SD. You seem more concrete than campiagn jingles that perpetuate about "pagtatapos sa ating kahirapan." Obviously, this is a campaign strategy, but as painful as it is to say it, it's working. These forms of campaign tap into the Filipino/ Human psyche, making people mindless zombies. I may be exagerrating; but i hope u get my point. God Bless you! Votes: +0

Dear Sir,

I believe it is most urgent this time to play the role of a hero in satisfyinbg the sentiments of the working class,since the prudence of our democarcy is once more under question from its type of fairness that can be synonymous to the one's from the communistic ideals.The arrest of 43 suspected communist members along with their decent backgrounds can be viewed as another tendency of some of our working class to go miscalculatingly extremeistic in their political beliefs.Nevertherless,I believe once more for satisfying and sound answer to tame the worrisome zeitgesit that is happening.Mabuhay to you!

matanglawin Votes: +0

i've read ur interview with yahoo asia.. "the black swan" and i was curious about the article.. so i read it.. well, when i read ur name.. hmm i'm not interested then. but as i go on reading.. i was able to grasp what you are trying to say ... and indeed, you change my perspective.. and from now on i bet my vote for you nic... jut keep what u hav said and stand for. it's two thumbs up for u ,,,and ur a nuisance candidate, a nuisance to the system.. ( that's great).. i know jump from one tree to the another tree.. (in w/c i am certain now)keep the animo alive... Votes: +0

Good day Mr. Nicanor Perlas. I’m Lyka F. Chitongco. I am a student from St. Scholastica’s College of Health Sciences Tacloban City. This coming election would be my first time to vote. I would like to ask you if what are your plans this coming election in relation to our country and your political plans concerning your preparations in winning the presidential seat. And if in case, which I hope not, you will not be able to top the election, what are still your plans?

I’m hoping for your generous reply. Thank You! Votes: +0

It is with everyone's support that I am able to stand firm and steadfast in the campaign for the presidency. It is with a positive outlook on the future of the country and with the help of everyone that we can truly end the things that had enslaved our people for so long.

I am inviting everyone to join us and be part of the campaign. Become a volunteer, help us distribute flyers, join us on Facebook, engage in creative discussions, put in your comments and ideas on how we can truly make our country better.

My campaign is also the campaign of everyone. It is the campaign to recover and raise our dignity once more as a people.

For those who asked where will we get the funds for the projects and policies in our platform the answer is that if truly we work together and corruption will be eradicated then nothing will be impossible. We can triumph if we unite together as a people.

I will try my best to send my personal answer to your comments here and send my deepest regards to you.

Thanks for your continued support!

Mabuhay kayo!

Nicanor Perlas Votes: +2

Hi. I'm Elena Sapnit. An Industrial Designer from UST CFAD. Just want to say thank you for all you have done: Promoting Sustainable Development in the Philippines and elsewhere. Currently, I had the time to browse through the 'platapormas' of the presidential candidates. I saw you on TV nga pala and I was really struck by what you said na "I don't need to dye my hair" Something like that. Indeed, the Elections nga naman talaga is not just a fame Popularity show nga naman. Lately I have grown weary of Electoral ads by those who do not 'practice' what the preech. Advertising can be deceiving. Anyway going back. I just read your accomplishments and other stuff that you have done (thanks to Wikipedia). By doing so, I wanted to read more about your work (hope I get more time from my utterly busy schedule of work and Focolare). I am a soul liberal fighter but am loyal in Sustainable Development by heart. Through the course of my college life, since I became an Industrial Designer, I have been amazed with the understanding of Sustainability and how it can truly shape and help everyone's lives. So reading what you have done has really left an impression to me. So again, I'd like to say Thank you talaga for everything and good luck to the elections ! Thank you thank you ! =) Votes: +0

Be a Part of a Bigger Change...

We Believe in You Kuya Nik...

We Love You...

Just One more Thing:
"Para po sa'kin, ang tunay na problemang kinakaharap ng ating bansa
ngayon ay hindi korapsyon kundi ang moralidad at disiplina ng bawat Pilipino.
Bagaman isa lamang akong estudyante (sa ngayon), may pakialam
naman ako sa takbo ng pamumuhay ng mga tao ngayon. Hindi ako
natutuwa..hindi ako masaya. Hindi ako magiging masaya hanggat
nakikita kong walang pagbabago sa ugali at pananaw ng mga tao.
Maging ang simpleng kabutihan ay nakikita kong di na kayang gawin
ng maraming tao nayon..paglagay ng basura sa basurahan,..
paninigarilyo sa tamang lugar.. Ilan lang ito sa mga
nakikita (totoo po ito! araw-araw po akong naglalakad 'pag papasok sa
unibersidad kaya marami akong nakikita sa paligid). KUNG SANA LANG
MAYROONG DISIPLINA ANG BAWAT TAO..."

Ito Po ang Hiling Ko Kuya Nik:
Sana Po makagawa tayo ng paraan para sa pagbabagong loob ng bawat tao.
Sana po ay maging Instrumento kayo ng tunay na Pagbabago.
Sana po ay makamit na natin ang inaasam nating magandang buhay.

Para sa Bayan!

Go Kuya Nik

GOD BLESS PO
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April 02, 2010

I want to go on record as endorsing Dr. Nicky Perlas for the office of President of the Republic. Nicky has worked a various field and no doubt effectively leading our County for next 6 years and beyond, during which time in our county suffering for all difficulties and frustration. He brings excellent credentials to this position, with a vast degree from information management, agriculture and years experiences.

Nicky understands the importance of keeping good public records, sincerity, transparency and good governance in dealing congenially with the public. He is honest, reliable, and willing to work the long hours needed for the highest position in our country. I believe Nicky is the person best qualified to be our next County President.

Con Ishikawa Ayllon-MSA
Agronomist Phd Student-UPLB

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I'll vote for Nicanor Perlas, i'm against all the odds, hindi porket sikat o anak ni ninoy o mayaman katulad ni villar iboboto na, sana bago magumpisa ang botohan maisip ng mga kabataan o mabasa ang layunin niya sa bansa.. ang problema lang ay kulang sa oras.. yung mga ibang kabataan sumusunod lang sa flow ko sino yung sikat.. sna nga kung manalo siya mapatupad niya yung wipeout sa gobyerno at palitan ng mga non-corrupt.. kulang lang talaga sa oras.. dati kay noynoy ako pero nung nabasa ko ang biography nia at layunin bigla akong napaisip Votes: +0