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A Day In The Life Of RJ » Blog Archive » Just Thinking Out Loud — Sat, 21 Feb 2009 16:20:14 +0000

[...] has made its point as clear and precise as this one. Anyone who has trouble understanding what this Bangsamoro Juridical Entity Memorandum of Agreement on Ancestral Domain (BJE MOA on AD) is all about and why we are at war [...]

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Deferred Peace is Expedited War : A Day In The Life Of RJ — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 10:52:56 +0000

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Sun, 17 Aug 2008 00:09:51 +0000

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By: rjmarmol

rjmarmol — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 11:26:45 +0000

@jhanon tomawis sobair, hello! thanks for the comment and the visit…i am for peace and celebration of diversity. my stand on this issue is that as long as lasting peace is achieved and the constitution is “made to work” for the benefit of the country as a whole, there should be nothing wrong with the BJE MOA. bong montesa, on his blog, wrote that “peace talks will always be unconstitutional” and there is truth in that statement. because the very essence of “negotiation” is to make both parties “come to terms”, which obviously and most of the time go beyond the provisions normally allowed. that’s why we negotiate in the first place, because the current provisions are restrictive or outdated. the very fact that we are negotiating with the MILF has more to do with a higher goal — which is to achieve peace. there is nothing inherently wrong with amending the constitution because the constitution itself allows for such as needed. what’s important now is that we remain vigilant that while we recognize the necessity to “change” provisions in the constitution, let us ensure that it is not “abused” or used beyond settling the long-standing conflict in mindanao… cheers! :)

By: jhanon tomawis sobair

jhanon tomawis sobair — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 10:52:13 +0000

there’s nothing wrong with BJE re MOA signing if ever. one thing comes to my mind after reading it. IKA NGA, ANG KAY PEDRO AY KAY PEDRO. our bangsamoro people have all the rights to get back what belongs to them. IBIGAY NA LANG PO SA KANILA ANG GUSTO NILA KASI ALA NAMAN PONG ILLEGAL DOON EH. unless some would be very insecured and afraid to see the Bangsamoro having a very good way of living after such “independence” is given to them. well, it’s just right to give them peace.

By: rjmarmol

rjmarmol — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 16:56:16 +0000

@Karen, hello! :) i’m glad i can be of service..good luck on your prelims.. :)

By: Karen

Karen — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 07:14:42 +0000

this will be of great help for our prelims tomorrow will tackle on anything about the bangsamoros, the pact and all..thank you.

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Fri, 15 Aug 2008 01:48:33 +0000

[...] or guesting in political debate shows or writing/blogging about their take on the highly-debated Bangsamoro Juridical Entity MOA on Ancestral Domain (BJE MOA on AD) – are actually indifferent on the issue. Maybe they’re just uninformed or ill-informed. [...]

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Where Do We Go From Here? : A Day In The Life Of RJ — Mon, 11 Aug 2008 23:18:47 +0000

[...] in Mindanao. What lucky bastards! Now, it’s not just the “technicality” of the Bangsamoro Juridical Entity on Ancestral Domain (BJE MOA on AD) that we have to worry about — we now have to manage a fight on the side. Can things get any [...]

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Fragile Peace? Say It Isn’t So. : A Day In The Life Of RJ — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:45:15 +0000

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Let’s Begin : A Day In The Life Of RJ — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 04:24:49 +0000

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By: rjmarmol

rjmarmol — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:31:26 +0000

hello dimaks!

is there any other comment more flattering than this? i can’t think of any. thank you, dimaks, although i hardly deserve this.

a grand post.. great eye opener! your personal thoughts are all that count to me the most i may not have a solution to suggest nor contribute but all i can say is, let’s work hard for good.. for ourselves and avoid trampling the rights of others. i think this will pave the way towards that peace hanging by the moon in the deepest of the nights.

although my thoughts won’t probably change a thing as to how the peace process turns out, it is this fragile democracy and the general air of peace that’s prevalent in this part of the country that gives me the luxury to write and express my opinion — something many Filipinos in the north may have taken for granted. it is therefore heartbreaking to think, that there are fellow Filipinos — Moro or not, who are caught between the crossfire and could not even live normal lives, much less, express their opinions. and while many will disagree with me on this, i am “currently” for diplomacy in arresting the issues in mindanao.

many people ask “why give the BJE-MOA-AD a chance?”. and to them i say “why not?”

cheers, dimaks! more power to you and your blog! hope to hear more from you soon. :)

By: rjmarmol

rjmarmol — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 19:10:23 +0000

Hello Dean, I am at a loss for words. My humble blog doesn’t deserve a visit from such a distinguished writer as yourself. The likelihood of you even finding my blog is something that I can only attribute to SEO — thanks to Google.

A valiant effort on a complex subject. Here’s some interesting sites (including mine) you may want to visit to get a flavor of how massive the controversy is over this thing:

Thank you for the very kind comment although I don’t deserve even half of it. This article is, quite simply, a poor attempt at understanding an issue whose scope is far too great to write about.

I have visited your blog quite a few times already and have found it to be an overwhelming read — and I say that with utmost respect and admiration. Your talent in writing is exceeded only by your passion and wit. I have always found your entries insightful.

Thank you also for the suggested links. I apologize that your comment has been automatically held for moderation because of this — my blog’s anti-spam filter is to blame. I am currently subscribed to FilipinoVoices and MLQ3’s blog. I guess it’s about time I muster enough courage to subscribe to yours. And I will do so after I write this. From this day forward, I will be reading your blog on a daily basis. I’m sure it will do me good. Thank you again and more power to you, Dean!

By: DJB Rizalist

DJB Rizalist — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 15:16:41 +0000

A valiant effort on a complex subject. Here's some interesting sites (including mine) you may want to visit to get a flavor of how massive the controversy is over this thing: Philippine-American Commentary Filipino Voices Manuel L. Quezon III DJB Rizalists last blog post..No More Deals Without Disarmament

By: dimaks

dimaks — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 11:37:42 +0000

a grand post.. great eye opener! your personal thoughts are all that count to me the most :) i may not have a solution to suggest nor contribute but all i can say is, let’s work hard for good.. for ourselves and avoid trampling the rights of others. i think this will pave the way towards that peace hanging by the moon in the deepest of the nights.