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Tue, December 24, 2024

We have clearly lost the way, can we find our way back?


Published on 2024-12-24 13:40:49 - MSN
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  • TO welcome the birth of our Lord this Christmas; some friends of mine have asked me to offer some thoughts on the intimate relationship between our politics and our Christian faith. They wanted to talk about our well-known Catholicism in relation to the political and economic policies of the state.

The article from MSN discusses the current state of governance and societal values in the Philippines, reflecting on the nation's direction under recent leadership. It critiques the apparent loss of moral and ethical standards, particularly highlighted by the actions and policies of former President Rodrigo Duterte, known for his controversial drug war and governance style. The piece questions whether the country can rediscover its path towards integrity, justice, and compassion, especially with the new administration of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. It calls for a collective introspection and a return to the principles of good governance, accountability, and respect for human rights, urging Filipinos to actively participate in shaping a future that aligns with the nation's core values and aspirations.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
[ https://www.msn.com/en-ph/politics/government/we-have-clearly-lost-the-way-can-we-find-our-way-back/ar-AA1wr0T5 ]
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