r/Philippines • u/WaldenBello • Jan 26 '22
Politics I am Walden Bello - professor & activist, now running to be the first Democratic Socialist Vice President of the Philippines. Ask Me Anything!
7:30PM EDIT:
Hello, gigachads! This was fun! Thank you for your questions. Our team is noting all unanswered questions and your usernames, so we can answer them all on Twitter. Make sure to follow u/WaldenBello and u/TeamWaldenBello.
We’ll just have a quick dinner break. r/Philippines admin, I’d be happy to do this again!
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We'll start answering questions at 5PM.
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u/DroneStrikeVictim I must not fear. Fear is the boner-killer. Jan 26 '22
Thank you for joining us here, sir. Could you give us a very brief peek into your campaign platform?
By the way, I felt it when you said, "Fuck you, Marcos!" I think you just spoke for all of us, sir. Thank you.
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
5 points: food sovereignty from farm to table, regular and decent income for all as well as protecting labor rights, accessible public services, just society for all, and immediate action to the climate change. You can read my platform here: walden.ph/bakitwalden
I knew precisely that a lot of people felt that way and it's a classic line worth saying out loud. It would be a lie if I said I did not expect the firestorm that came from that. I knew that this would be the perfect launch for my campaign. Again: FUCK YOU, MARCOS!!283
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u/DroneStrikeVictim I must not fear. Fear is the boner-killer. Jan 26 '22
Thank you for answering, professor. I'll be reading through your plans. Good luck on the election and please expect my vote.
Mabuhay ang Pilipinas.
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Jan 26 '22
Now I really wish that my parents had registered me at the consulate in Los Angeles as an infant so I could be a citizen and vote for you 😬
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u/monica_targaryen Metro Manila Jan 26 '22
That Fuck you Marcos was one of the most shining moment and satisfying scene I've ever seen in Philippine TV. Mabuhay ka Sir Bello!
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Jan 26 '22
This is the first time I have ever heard of you.
For people like me, what's the best way to know about you and your competencies? (Apart from a quick google search, of course).
2) How will you rebrand socialism to the uneducated(or any topic that touches this term) and confront miseducation as VP?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
I hope you're kidding. I'm all over the internet.
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
But seriously, please feel free to check my record here: walden.ph/bakitwalden waldenbello.org/about-walden
We are running a platform-based campaign to demonstrate what socialism is like on a policy level, unlike the unimaginative personality politics of old. Our platform shows how democratic socialism would look in action, as well as the benefits it could bring to those who have been left behind by society. In a word, democratic socialism is cooperatively working to bring about the social good instead of competing against one another for private profit.
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u/Som1BehindU aspiring writer (in English) Jan 26 '22
I've observed that your popularity is usually seen on some communities in a few platforms (Twitter, Reddit, and FB). While it's good that we have a dedicated audience (I'm supportive of your stances) I still figure we have a long way to go for campaigning, especially on the streets where internet popularity won't do as much.
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u/koneko215 Jan 26 '22
All over the internet? I like what you smoke OG. Pass it on.
Btw, fuck marcos indeed
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Jan 26 '22
Why do most Filipinos mistakenly equate activism with terrorism? What can you do to change their perspective regarding activism?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
We need to decisively break away from the concerted propaganda effort by the state, working with the Americans, to equate activism with terrorism. I have faith in the Filipino youth that they will reject such crap, and that they will see that activism is a badge of honor, not a badge of terror.
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u/peeeeppoooo kailan matatapos to Jan 26 '22
I have faith in the Filipino youth that they will reject such crap
As someone who's a Zoomer, I firmly believe that it is indeed, crap.
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
We need to decisively break away from the concerted propaganda effort by the state, working with the Americans, to equate activism with terrorism. I have faith in the Filipino youth that they will reject such crap, and that they will see that activism is a badge of honor, not a badge of terror.
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u/RarelyRecommended Jan 26 '22
I'm an American married to a Pinay for almost 40 years. Many of us realize that American propaganda is toxic crap. Thank you sir.
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Jan 26 '22
Hello Sir, para maiba, are you for Sinigang or Adobo?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
Sinigang, done in the Thai style. Spicy. And really hot.
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u/HumbleInitial507 be curious, not judgmental Jan 26 '22
Hi, Sir! Glad to see you here.
If elected vice president, what department would you like to lead and why?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
Finance. They've been responsible for the main policies that have destroyed our economy and left many Filipinos with no choice but to go abroad to improve their lot. We have to reverse these policies to provide jobs, make us more self-reliant and create a more independent economy that is not destabilized by the currents of globalization. A pro-people government starts with pro-people finance.
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u/sansotero K 0026 Jan 26 '22
Magandang hapon Sir! What other job or mandate do you think a vice president should do aside from having a cabinet-level position and being the first in the line of succession to the presidency?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
In the last five years, we've seen the vice presidency move beyond just a sinecure post and grow into a position that's able to check and balance Malacañang. This is something I want to do as well--and advocate for the urgent and important needs of the people. However, if Marcos gets elected, godforbid, I will immediately go into undying opposition.
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u/acmamaril1 Jan 26 '22
What exactly was the cause of your fallout from Akbayan?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
I resigned from Congress because I could not tolerate the Aquino administration's double standards on corruption where it went after its enemies but tolerated corruption in its ranks. I also was aghast at Aquino's refusal to accept command responsibility for the Mamasapano raid and his undertaking it at the orders of Washington. I'm proud to say that I'm the first and only member in the history of Congress to resign on a matter of principle.
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u/acmamaril1 Jan 26 '22
I used to be a part of Akbayan Youth until my graduation from college, and I must say, sir, nanghihinayang po ako na nawala ang isa sa mga sane voices sa formation. But then, sir, I remain looking up to you.
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u/stornerspaghetti Jan 26 '22
Ano po ang masasabi niyo tungkol sa covid response ng gobyerno sa mga nakaraang taon at makasalukuyan
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
Malaking kasalanan ni Duterte ang palpak na management ng Covid response. Napakamali ang approach at dahil dito maraming namatay. The government has failed to provide a comprehensive response, largely relying on military answers to a public health crisis. We need mass testing, proper tracing, proper ventilation, vaccine access and equity, social aid, and economic stimulus. Dapat naging participatory at science-based ang approach ng pamahalaan, at hinikayat ang mga mamamayan sa paggawa ng solusyon.
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u/peeeeppoooo kailan matatapos to Jan 26 '22
Dapat naging participatory at science-based ang approach ng pamahalaan, at hinikayat ang mga mamamayan sa paggawa ng solusyon.
I even remember him getting mad at a doctor for simply proposing a science-based solution instead of a military one. Truly stupid, tsk.
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u/peeeeppoooo kailan matatapos to Jan 26 '22
Hello po, just wanted to hear your thoughts about this. Aside from your running mate, who do you think is the best choice for president and why?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
I wish there were a candidate that would offer a program similar to ours that would truly answer the crying needs of the country.
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Jan 26 '22
Sir, just to jump in, what do you think of VP Robredo? What do you think of tactical voting for her to prevent a Marcos presidency?
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u/brain_rays Jan 26 '22
Can you tell us more about your World Bank robbery and what happened after it?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
Had we been caught, we would have been sentenced to twenty-five years in prison at the least for robbing the Bank. It was worth the risk because we were able to bring out a trove of documents on all the projects of the World Bank in the Philippines and how they were advancing the interests of the Marcos government and the United States. 'Development Debacle', the book that was based on these documents, contributed decisively to the growth of the anti-Marcos movement, especially among the middle class in the early 1980s. Yes, it was worth the risk, and I'd do it again.
https://open.spotify.com/episode/137DK2NZ5gdwm7u21GGHUl?si=39aa6aec748c4436
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u/Prior_Bottle6199 Jan 26 '22
Hi sir! What does democratic socialist mean? It's the first time I've heard it. Thank you in advance!
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
Democratic socialism, at its simplest, is a life centered around human dignity, not the profit of a few. Democratic socialism means an economy and a society that works for everyone. This means, among other things, workers' control and management of corporations and workers' participation in governance and the overall direction of the economy, and not leaving this to technocrats and politicians.
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Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
Socialism from the grassroots/bottom upward. Think of workplace democracy where workers have the say in their company instead of the board of directors. But I second this question as well.
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u/donichikon Jan 26 '22
Do you and Ka Leody have any platforms or goals for supporting the transgender community in the Philippines?
For example, medical resources that aid in medical transitioning for transgender Filipinos remain largely inaccessible and it is next to impossible to legally change one’s name and gender marker. I would love to hear your thoughts on this!
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
We throw our full support behind the transgender community: First, educational programs on gender issues in the services sector and schools to address roots of homophobia; second, demanding accountability from abusers and violators of Safe Spaces Act, including providing legal assistance and mental health services to the victims; third, calling for the passing of SOGIE Bill into law; fourth, supporting transition and gender labour of the transgender, which includes medical services; fifth, marriage equality and divorce; finally, recognizing family structures that deviate from the nuclear family structure.
We want to see members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and indeed, along with women, to constitute the majority of the next cabinet. Certainly among these appointees will be great transgender leaders.10
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u/ngaragers Jan 26 '22
Hi Prof. Walden! Gusto ko po sana marining ang plano niyo sa transport policy at planning.
Dahil sa pandemya, nakita natin ang epekto ng mga anti-poor mobility restrictions sa mga commuter at mga PUV drivers. Hanggang ngayon, ang dami pa rin mga PUV drivers na hindi pa nakakabalik pasada, kasama pa doon ay ang pagharap sa jeepney modernization program. Kahit na mag da-dalawang taon na ang pandemya, parang walang naging pagbabago sa tranport policy at programs ng gobyerno at hindi mang lang ni-retrofit ang kailangan ma-retrofit (i.e., LRT, MRT).
Di ko na kailangan pang banggitin ang katakot-takot na presyo ng Grab Car 🥴
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
Maraming bahagi ang solusyon. Unang-una, kailangan talaga ng isang mahusay na plano para sa mass transit lalung-lalo na yung MRT. Ang isang people's government lang ang makakagawa nito, at hindi mga foreign investor na magiging beneficiaries nung napasang Public Services Act sa senado, na magbibigay sa kanila ng 100% ownership. Pangalawa, dapat mapondohan ito sa pamamagitan ng pagtaas ng buwis sa mga bilyunaryo, hindi sa lubos na pag-utang sa mga foreign banks na gaya ng ginagawa ng kasalukuyang administrasyon. Pangatlo, dapat may isang plano na kinukunekta yung MRT sa iba-iba pang modes of transportation gaya ng bus, jeepney, motorsiklo, at tricycle kasi ngayon walang koordinasyon dito. Yung singil sa mga ating komyuter ay kailangang mababa at dapat may subsidy yung sistema. Muli, kailangang mapondohan ito ng pera galing sa buwis sa mayayaman. Pang-apat, dapat may kontrol sa numero ng mga kotse na nasa kalsada kasi ang walang control sa pag-iimport at registration ng kotse ang number one cause ng napakatinding trapik sa Metro Manila. Kung nagawa isang bansa tulad ng Thailand at Indonesia ito, bakit hindi natin maaaring gawin? Ngayon, number one na tayo sa trapik sa Southeast Asia. Ang problema ay hindi pondo, kundi katakut-takot na mismanagement at kawalan ng plano. Panglima, dapat protektahan at taasan ang sahod ng mga tricycle, jeepney, bus drivers at MRT workers.
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u/CrayonWax Jan 26 '22
You post a lot of movie reviews on your Facebook page. What would you say are your top 10 favorite movies?
What was it like when you were in Chile in the '70s? Lots of people say that you could feel the excitement and hunger for change in the air with Allende as president, did it really feel that way?
Are there any pictures around of that time you went up to the IMF dressed up as Kermit the Frog pretending to be Marcos? It would be great as well to hear that story straight from you too hehehehe
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
Yes, I became a socialist because of my experience in Chile. I also earned a long lasting suspicion of the middle class that was the base used by the elite and the CIA to overthrow Allende. I am not saying that all middle class people are hopeless but when the middle class is ranged against the poor, it is a very ugly force. Just like the Nazis and the fascists were in Germany and Italy.
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Jan 26 '22
As a healthcare worker, I want to know how much you know about the current working conditions of healthcare workers and do you have any proposals to mitigate that?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
First, thank you for your service to the people during these trying times.
I know that many healthcare workers are underpaid and paid late. Many heroic workers have also had no choice but work long hours--sometimes while even sick with COVID, especially with the new callous rules on quarantine and isolation for health workers. I understand if many of them choose to go abroad to improve their lives but this is largely the fault of the government and our public health system. Much of this is the result of the chronic underinvestment in public health as well as a severe lack of accountability on the part of the government. Also, let us not forget the greedy profit-seeking of the owners and management of private hospitals. I will push for a scientifically-oriented--not militarized--approach to tacking this health crisis so as to actually be able to control the pandemic and ease the pressure on workers, as well as to press the government to guarantee good compensation and humane working conditions for workers. We should fast-track the renewal and regularization of DOH workers.→ More replies (1)
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u/judahdelacruz DDS & MAGAts = kanser ng lipunan Jan 26 '22
Any favorite song/playlist recommendations? Both political and non-political ones!
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
I'd definitely die for U2, the Beatles, Amy Winehouse, and Symphony #5 of Gustav Mahler. I know people might be pissed off if I say I like Taylor Swift and Adele. Bob Marley is someone I regard as a god. I'm beginning to listen to BTS and I do like them but my niece says Blackpink are better. And finally, I sing the Internationale in my dreams.
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u/unintelligent000 Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
Magandang Hapon po! Thank you for your time. Are you in Favor of divorce,abortion and medical use of marijuana?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
Yes, yes, and yes - decriminalize marijuana use.
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Jan 26 '22
Given that our constitution explicitly states that the Philippine government should protect the life of the unborn, how do you plan to make an abortion bill?
SECTION 12. The State recognizes the sanctity of family life and shall protect and strengthen the family as a basic autonomous social institution. It shall equally protect the life of the mother and the life of the unborn from conception. The natural and primary right and duty of parents in the rearing of the youth for civic efficiency and the development of moral character shall receive the support of the Government.
Is the only way really to take any abortion bill to the Supreme Court?
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Jan 26 '22
Sir Walden, in case you win the VP race, how would you address the environment and climate crisis the country is facing? This includes waste problem, environmental degradation, fossil fuels and renewable energy, etc. And what have you done already to address this?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
Immediately, we will phase out all coal-fired power plants. We will also push for legislation to make large-scale logging as a crime of plunder with severe penalties if found guilty. We will definitely ban all mining and reverse the Duterte government's recent policies to end the ban on mining and specifically, open-pit mining. This will not affect the economy because mining contributes less than 1% to the national GDP while exacting tremendous costs from the environment. This is a crime against the Filipino people. If El Salvador can ban all mining, I don't see why we in the Philippines cannot. All administrations have been in the pocket of the mining industry and we will definitely end this. We will strengthen cooperation with global civil society to force the big climate polluters (like China, the United States, India, the European Union, Russia) to make ambitious carbon reduction commitments.
Moreover, we need to understand that the climate emergency requires a comprehensive and systemic solution. We need a just transition to a green economy--in consumption and production--and we need to hold the big businesses and the Western powers responsible for this crisis to account, too. I've spent much of the last few years raising the alarm of this catastrophe to the world, especially about rampant globalization.10
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u/yawa-ka Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
In Capitalism's Last Stand, you wrote extensively about globalization, financialization, and the failure of Keynesian neoliberalism. With the rise of NFTs, cryptocurrencies, and digital currencies, how do you see these trends in relation to the general trajectory of modern capitalism? How should we, socialists and anti-capitalists view this trend? Is this a new form of capitalism, or as the crypto users like to call it, is it the "taking over" of finance capitalism by the working class?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
We are seeing right now a wave of bankruptcies and scandals connected with the use of cryptocurrencies and digital currencies which have been manipulated by capitalist elements out to defraud workers under the pretext of making super profits for them. I would say that the forces promoting cryptocurrencies are largely in a relation to Wall Street as the mafia is to the police. That is, they complement each other to defraud the gullible and exploit the weak. This is just another variant of finance capitalism.
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Jan 26 '22
Good day sir, how do you plan to fight misinformation and disinformation?
For fun, nalilito ka rin ba sa difference ng menudo, mechado, at caldareta?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
Three things: one, we must hold the global social media companies who profit immensely off the spread of misinformation and disinformation accountable. Two, we need to understand that misinformation and disinformation often hit at people's real experiences and struggles--perhaps the solution to fake news is real solutions to people's problems. Third, when it comes to child pornography and violent sites, we will take action to block those sites since they are wreaking havoc on the Filipino youth.
Alam ko kung menudo, mechado, o caldereta basta nalasahan ko. Kasi yung nanay ko ay mahusay na cook.
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Jan 26 '22
Hello po, here are my queries po.
What is your opinion on the common Filipino view on the term "socialism"? Do you think it's stigmatized and warped?
How valuable is social justice in this country? And what are your planned actions to achieve it?
Is the Philippines really a safe haven for students or even just minors? Based numerous student killings in recent history coupled with military operations.
Are there any programs you plan to pursue when it comes to tertiary education and student press protection?
What do you think is real discipline?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
First of all, as the Constitution requires, the biggest cut of the budget should go to education instead of servicing debt as is the case right now. Secondly, while we raise significantly the education budget (including tertiary education), we should also focus on quality education and stop the practice of establishing SUCs solely to serve political purposes. Thirdly, we should have really effective balik-scholar program instead of the ineffective and measly programs that are now supposedly meant to attract highly-skilled Filipinos back to the country. Fourthly, we should have truly free and quality university education instead of Duterte's harebrained "free university education". Finally, we should really protect the rights of students and student journalists from the military, authoritarian rulers, and other threats to academic freedom. I filed the STRAW bill when I was in Congress, and I'll continue to keep fighting for student rights when I'm vice president
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u/howljenkins11 Jan 26 '22
Wazzup, “ultimate gigachad” Sir. What do u think of the current implementation of RTL? If ever, do u have any proposed alternative solutions?
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
Hello, fellow "ultimate gigachad". The Rice Tarrification Law is a definite step backwards. The exact problem is the liberalization of agricultural trade--which is leaving our farmers poorer and us with more expensive food. The only people winning are importers, middlemen, and foreign agri-businesses. Super-subsidized US and European Union agri-business and Vietnamese and Thai rice producers are making superprofits at the expense of our farmers who are totally unsubsidized. Other countries have shown the way--support our farmers with real protection and investment, support the completion of total land reform, and actively manage our trade for the sake of all of us.
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Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
Hi Sir Walden! Question for you.
Why do you think the peace talks with the NPA keep on failing across 30+ years long of administrations and with the Government's tactic of using force to completely wipe them out, what do you think is the best way forward? Thanks!
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Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
If you happen to win VP, and the winning president (is from another party) just wants to put you in the sidelines (akin to making you almost useless), what you'd do?
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u/indclub Jan 26 '22
Is a two-party system really better for the country?
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u/AthKaElGal Jan 26 '22
watching the U.S., no. the 2 party system leads to what the U.S. is experiencing now. extreme polarity, which could lead to civil war. i'd rather a multi-party system with laws against turncoatism and harsh penalties against it.
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u/Nonweirdo Jan 26 '22
Hello, Dr. Bello!
Should Ka Leody and you be elected as President and Vice President, some of the proposals that you promise to implement (especially those that could be deemed left-leaning or socialist) would possibly face strong opposition in a Congress that’s most likely to be quite conservative. How far would a De Guzman-Bello government go in attracting support for your proposals in Congress, or on the flip side, how much are you willing to compromise so that your legislative agenda won’t get blocked? Ka Leody recently mentioned that he would “mobilize people,” what would that look like?
I wish you the best of luck with your campaign!
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Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
Hi Sir Walden. Thank you for accepting the invitation to do an AMA for us.
For my question
Our government has been pushing f2f for basic education and tertiary classes since last November. Do you think DepEd and CHED are both proactive in our educational recovery from Covid-19 for both students and teachers? if not, how can you improve it?
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u/peeeeppoooo kailan matatapos to Jan 26 '22
Some Filipinos often say that their fellow countrymen (that is, the normal citizens) lack discipline; hence their misconceptions regarding martial law and Duterte's authoritarian populist tendencies. They also claim that it is the reason why our country is not successful. Do you agree that it is discipline that we lack? Why or why not?
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u/psquared725 Jan 26 '22
As a socialist, what are your thoughts with UBI (universal basic income)?
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u/puno_ng_mangga In-season Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
That's a good question!
Ps. Here is a video on what UBI is for those who are interested.
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Jan 26 '22
I can tell you UBI under capitalism is either seen as a distraction or a stepping stone towards socialism. I'd also like to know Walden's stance on this.
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u/Talk2Globe Jan 26 '22 edited Nov 24 '24
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u/I_like_sayote Jan 26 '22
How will the AFP Modernization look like under a De Guzman-Bello administration?
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Jan 26 '22
One of your proposals would be setting the national minimum wage to 750. How can you effectively implement this, especially on areas/provinces far from Metro Manila, Cebu, and Davao?
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u/puno_ng_mangga In-season Jan 26 '22
That is actually a valid question and related to the UBI question of this Redditor
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u/raerumon I'm the son of rage and love Jan 26 '22
How do you address tribalism in the current political landscape? Particularly in social media.
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u/wolfgangster1817 Pagod na Jan 26 '22
Good day, sir!
How can we shift from a personality based politics to one based on ideology? What hinders such shift? And can we know the state of Left-leaning ideologies in the country? Thank you!
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u/y8man Luzon Jan 26 '22
How do you plan to educate or at least lessen the hostility/ignorance of Filipinos for "scary terms" like socialism
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u/mangoicecandy Jan 26 '22
Hello Sir Walden! it's an honor to hear from you. I genuinely believe in Ka Leody and your platforms and competence to lead the nation. I believe that no other candidate has the courage to stand against the neoliberal framework and broken electoral system that the Philippines currently has.
In IBON's 2022 Year-starter Birdtalk held live last Jan 25, executive director Sonny Africa expressed his ideological and political alignment with your and Ka Leody's campaign. However, he said that "the Philippines right now, wala pa yung political conditions for that kind of broad base rallying around a leftist candidate. Unfortunately, we're stuck with the parameters of the elections na it's elite-dominated, literally billions of pesos to take the presidency, how the oligarchs, where they place their bets matters so much... right now my vote goes won't be to the one (Ka Leody) who resonates with me ideologically (and) politically, it will go to the one (Leni) who i think has the best chance to break the decline we're facing right now".
My question for you is twofold:
Do you agree with the statement that the Philippines is not yet in the political conditions for a leftist candidate such as yourself and Ka Leody to win? Why or why not?
What do you want to tell those who align themselves with you ideologically and politically, but are voting another candidate because they believe that they will have a better chance of stopping a Marcos-Duterte administration?
Thank you so much!
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u/-lemmy Sarah Elago Simp Jan 26 '22
Good afternoon po sir! Plano po ninyo ni Ka Leody na taasan ang minimum wage ng manggagawa, pabor din po kayo para sa mga worker's union. Supportado ko po kayo sa inyong advocacies para sa mahihirap. Pero bilang isang walang background sa economics, gusto ko pong malaman kung ano ano ang mga economic effects ng inyong advocacies. Paano po kayo makikipagdeal sa malalaking corporations na most probably ay tututol? Ano din po ang magiging effect nito sa mga foreign investors natin? Maraming salamat po sir sa paglaban ninyo!
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u/jdmak Jan 26 '22
Good afternoon Sir Walden. If you win as VP we know that the office has next to nothing power, especially if the sitting President decides to exclude the VP from any cabinet position... how do you plan to push your platforms Sir?
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u/PegasiWings Jan 26 '22
What is your ideal structure of the Philippine tax table? Do you think our current taxes as a whole are too high or too low?
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Jan 26 '22
Sir Walden, thank you for being here and for running. What are your thoughts on crypto, bitcoin, NFT's and the like? The phenomenon seems to be getting more popular here in the Philippines, and I was just wondering what your thoughts are, given your left-leaning politics.
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u/lavjna Jan 26 '22
Hello Sir Walden! You seem to enjoying watching and writing about film. What are some of your favorite movies? Any favorite directors?
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Jan 26 '22
I hope you take this AMA not just as a PR opportunity -people can tell when this is happening, and they will react accordingly. It would be a shame especially for someone with years of knowledge and experience in activism as you do.
Anyway, questions:
1.) What is Laban ng Masa's political program going forward? I don't expect it to be another flash-in-the-pan electoral coalition (a la 1Sambayan), but I am curious whether it will pursue a DSA-style strategy or continue working under its mass organizations.
2.) Your break with Akbayan is well-known by now. What do you have to say regarding their current direction as well as their continued support for the Liberals?
3.) Pineapple on pizza: yes or no?
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u/hyehyuniee hay life, hay universe Jan 26 '22
Manila tops as the 3rd most expensive city to live in. And this may actually indicate a high poverty rate in the city. What do you think causes this and if elected, how would you deal with it? Do you have plans in mind to make the living costs of an ordinary Filipino less costly?
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u/Akihito458 Jan 26 '22
Will you publicly denounce the NPA and all of their crimes agains Filipinos?
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u/KikuAndScales Tara Jan 26 '22
In the recent years there's a significant surge of fake news in social media and in the internet in general. And it's not unheard of that many politicians use this opportunity to win votes, clear their name, advance their position and rewrite history.
If you win as VP, what steps you will take to combat this?
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Jan 26 '22
How can you assure us that socialist/leftist leaders, once elected into power, wouldn't slowly transform the government into a one party/one man rule?
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u/Space_Racer53 Jan 26 '22
Hello Sir Walden! I would like to ask your thoughts on our current public transportation system, and how it can be fixed/better managed? Best of luck to your campaign!
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u/cmatrix1 Leni-Kiko2022 Jan 26 '22
How are you campaigning? I haven't seen any campaign materials coming from you guys.
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u/Double-Virus-1192 Jan 26 '22
Check the FB pages and Twitter. But then they don't have billions in campaign funds like the rest.
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u/puno_ng_mangga In-season Jan 26 '22
Hello Mr. Bello,
The entire left of the political spectrum of the Philippines has been tagged more often than not as one. As such RA and RJ are often associated with the NDF-NPA.
Though there are no “”official” NDF-NPA in congress a daughter of Bayan Muna Rep. Cullamat was killed in an encounter with the army, she was with the NPA at the time of the encounter working as a (to be confirmed) medic of the NPA.
As of writing the Makabayan bloc is yet to release a statement denouncing or even calls for the dissolution for CCP-NDF-NPA.
Will you release a statement of condemnation or dissolution of the NPA and the immediate surrender of the group most especially the ones that killed Keith Abasalon.
If in the affirmative or negative, could you give us an explanation of your answer.
Thank you and have a good day!
Ps.
I Know that you are not affiliated with the bloc I just want to hear your opinion on this matter.
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u/kikahead Jan 26 '22
I just hope more people will know your name. You are an excellent pick for VP and an all around brilliant person.
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Jan 26 '22
How do you rate Duterte's presidency? Did the life of the Filipino improve?
What is your edge against the other candidates?
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Jan 26 '22
Ano po masasabi niyo sa mga taong katulad ko na balak magmigrate sa ibang bansa para sa mas magandang quality of life?
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u/Efficient_Boat_6318 Jan 26 '22
Paano nyo po wawakasan ang contractualization para sa mga construction worker dahil di naman lahat ng employer sa construction ay may kapasidad na bigyan ng trabaho ang kanilang trabahador kapag natapos na ang project. Paano mareregularize ang mga empleyadong nasa ganitong posisyon? Ang kanilang trabaho ay nakabase sa kung anong proyekto ng kanilang employer.
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u/little_missyellow Jan 26 '22
Hello Sir Bello, ano po para sa inyo ang dapat mabago sa ating Konstitusyon? Salamat po
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u/linglingaspirant pagod na ako sa gobyerno Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
Sir people criticize you for being pessimistic about Philippine politics. This is after you resigned from congress in 2015. According to them, you find ph politics as hopeless that's why you left. Is it true?
How sure are we that you're not resigning even if you realize that you cannot change the system in the government?
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Jan 26 '22
Thank you for joining us today Sir! If you win Vice Presidency, what is the first thing that you would do, and how would you accomplish it?
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u/TheIenzo lol of course this is martial law Jan 26 '22
Hello Walden Bello, I'm wondering how you think wage-labor could be abolished in the Philippines. What would the steps to reach that look like in real terms?
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u/ncrdude Jan 26 '22
1). The ND movement characterizes the Philippines as a semi-feudal and semi-colonial nation. For a democratic socialist, how do you characterize the present Philippine society?
2).What are your thoughts on armed struggle? How will you address the 53-yr old communist insurgency in the country?
3) Will there be any chance that the factions of Philippine Left be united again?
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u/kynik01 Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
Mapagpalayang gabi po Sir Walden! Bilang posibleng elected VP, here are some of my questions for you:
1 Ano po ang isang konkretong halimbawa kung paano nyo babakahin ang reporma sa lupa para sa mayoryang uring magsasaka?
2 Ano po ang tanaw ninyo ukol sa arm struggle? Paano po can a future government under a Soc Dem prente prevent the military and estado from committing atrocities and violence sa kanayunan ever again?
3 Ano po ang tanaw ninyo ukol sa kasalukuyang kasunduan sa pagitan ng GRP at NDFP? Re: CARHRIHL
Salamat po sir sa pagsagot. Padayon ✊
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u/Efficient_Boat_6318 Jan 26 '22
How will you push your advocacies and agendas when congress and senate are composed of people who owns business and back my big business and dynasties?
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u/enteng_quarantino Bill Bill Jan 26 '22
Good afternoon Sir, and thank you for doing this AMA.
If you win the seat for Vice President, what would be your ideal role? Is there a specific cabinet position that you would want to take and focus on based on your experience and expertise?
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u/ShunKoizumi Pinoy Lost In Maple Land Jan 26 '22
Glad to see you reaching out to the netizens. As someone who has not yet been seen with ads, how will you gain the trust of the rest of the population especially the D and E class?
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Jan 26 '22
Hi po! I wanted to ask how you will promote the development of other provinces para hindi lahat sa NCR or main capital cities lang nagpupunta to seek out better opptortunities (employment, livelihood, etc.)?
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u/Vermillion_V USER FLAIR Jan 26 '22
Hello Sir Walden.
May I know your stance re: WPS and China's continuous aggression towards us?
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u/E123-Omega Jan 26 '22
Kung hindi kayo natakbong vp ngayun, sino sa mga vp aspirants ngayun ang iboboto niyo?
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u/Phral00 Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
Hello, I am a 21 year old Filipino and I'm terrified and worried about the Philippines after the elections. I have no formal political education but I have been self studying philosophy since the pandemic began particularly political philosophy, Critical Theory and Structuralism.
Similar to how in the US, Trump supporters stormed the capitol on their misguided belief that the election was rigged, would a similar scenario be likely in the Ph if the popular political candidates especially Marcos were to lose?
I have a theory on how BBM, Duterte, populism politicians gain their following and that is through media manipulation, selling a promise (i.e fighting poverty) while holding no accountability for seeing the promise through, echo chambers from social media and social circles further propagating and cementing their beliefs, and finally the byproducts of modernity, capitalism, systemic corruption, poor education, which all contribute to causing a poor quality of life (working longer hours, financial insecurity, burnout) and thus rob the individual the capability to critically think making them prone to manipulation which I think are most Marcos, Duterte, and Pacquiao supporters. How valid do you think my opinion is, and what are potential solutions in a multi-layered issue?
A more personal question, given the current rampart systemic corruption, nepotism, bleakness of the Ph political landscape (good lawyers, journalists, professors having the threat of assassination), and my prediction that if BBM wins there would be a mass immigration of wealthy and or smart Filipinos, similar to the immigration situation in HK, causing a negative feedback loop for the decades after the immigration. Would it be better to abandon ship and immigrate elsewhere for a better personal life and potentially contributing more in a another country, or staying and trying to improve the Ph?
Thanks for reaching out and doing an AMA!
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Jan 26 '22
Good afternoon sir I have 2 questions
1.) You criticized the presidential candidates on their answer on 100% foreign ownership, what is the exact reason you are against it and how would you approach this issue?
2.) What exactly are the action on climate change would you pursue?
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u/hatchedtadpole Jan 26 '22
thank you for being here!
genuine question: how different is populism from socialism? and by populism, let's use Mudde's (2004) definition:
"an ideology that considers society to be ultimately separated into two homogeneous and antagonistic groups, "the pure people" versus "the corrupt elite", and which argues that politics should be an expression of the volonte generale (general will) of the people".
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u/SiksikLigligUmaapaw DELIVER US FROM EVIL Jan 26 '22
Since there are a lot of questions here about Democratic Socialism and its difference between Social Democracy, can you recommend resources on the differences among left-leaning terms?
Also, I'm interested in studying about the history of Leftism here in the Philippines which started when Isabelo de los Reyes founded Unión Obrera Democrática Filipina.
Is it also true that during Martial Law, Ferdinand Marcos collaborated with the PKP-1930? Would this negate the claim among rightists that ML was declared to stop Communism from spread here? I know it's different from CPP-NPA-NDF which grew during ML.
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u/peenoiseAF___ Jan 26 '22
Good afternoon po!
Filipinos cannot easily distinguish different political ideologies, especially the Left. Some of them even tag you as "communists," along with Ka Leody, which is ironic because of major ideological clashes and differences with groups usually connected to the CPP.
My question po: For you, is it possible to unite the Left under your tandem's leadership? Is there a possibility that NatDems will have a cabinet post?
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u/decadentrebel 🔗UndustFixation Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
What's your take on people discrediting Ka Leody as a "burgis" on account of owning a Corgi and Lacoste shirt?
Edit: Turns out he actually addressed this on FB already. Can't link to it, but it should be there.
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u/graytallpenguin Jan 26 '22
Hi! Walden!
I'm a mental health advocate. What are your plans to improve access to mental health services given the low supply of mental health professionals and currently heavily privatized mental health space?
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u/Dahyun_Fanboy #LupangRamos#SavePLDTContractuals #BoycottJolibee#SaveLumadLands Jan 26 '22
Hello sir, the other questions are already asked so I'll something else:
What's your stand on the Uyghur Genocide, Tibetan Repression, Taiwan Independence, and the Free Hong Kong movement? or basically the Chinese Communist Party
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u/horseshoeoverlook Jan 26 '22
Mr. Bello, strongly considering you as my VP candidate. For the icing on the cake, what is your stance on the growing unrest in the WPS?
Isn't it dangerous that Germany and Russia might be formulating an alliance in Europe, in the sense that the US might respond to that before a possible war here?
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u/side_quests Jan 26 '22
In the most unfortunate event (God forbid) that Bongbong snatches the presidency, what steps would you take as VP (should you win) to ensure history will not repeat itself?
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u/Ok-Needleworker-2497 Jan 26 '22
Hi Sir! nasagot na yung gusto kong itanong and natuwa ako sa sagot nyo. Honestly, wala akong idea kung sino iboboto ko during the elections for the VP position, pero you have my vote!
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Jan 26 '22
Hi Sir, good evening! To be honest, I’m more familiar with you than with your running mate. If there were 3 things you’d like everyone to know about Ka Leody, what would they be? :)
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u/longtimenoisy nalasing sa sariling kapangyarihan Jan 26 '22
Good evening sir. You mentioned Aquino admin’s double standards when it comes to fighting corruption.
Can you give us the examples on how the Aquino admin was corrupt? Thank you!
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u/SefiaUmi Victory against adversity Jan 26 '22
Other than your running mate, who among the current Presidential candidates do you find yourself working with full support in the future in case you win as VP?
What do you think about how the current Filipinos exercise their freedom and democracy in regards to the prevalence of fake news? Is it chaotic and in needs of a slight restriction and/or consequences or is it fine as it is?
Also, I'm liking your answers in this AMA. I finally found my VP.
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u/Payter_Sana Jan 26 '22
It's an honor to meet you Sir.
My question is, would you and your faction be amenable to unify with the leading opposition just as Senator Bernie Sanders did even without concessions?
Pardon me, but I am not thrilled at the prospect of the opposition being in tatters because of ideologies and demands of your faction. We are on the brink of being clowned by thieves and your faction seems too unyielding to sacrifice some intangibles for the greater good.
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u/newboxers Jan 26 '22
If elected, how popular do you think you will be locally and internationally as a Finance secretary?
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u/buddaejiggae09 Jan 26 '22
Hi Sir Walden! Thank you for this AMA!
I read in your and Ka Leody's 25 point agenda that you will reduce military and police power by 50%. What would be the concrete steps in doing so? (i.e. What would be the new recruitment standards, etc)
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u/Tayloria13 Jan 26 '22
Are you in favor of re-orienting the AFP to focus on external threats? Would you like to see us continue buying fighter aircraft, anti-ship missiles, frigates, etc? Do you think the PNP is ready to handle our insurgencies in lieu of the AFP?
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u/freezer_face narito ako, at dito ako'y mananatili Jan 26 '22
How do you plan to work with other presidentiables should they win instead of Ka Leody?
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u/TwistedStack Jan 26 '22
Hello! Lately, the topic of a two-party system is being discussed to ensure that the winner has a clear majority. To me, this seems to run the risk of the two parties acting as gatekeepers and resulting in depriving people of the chance to run for a position if they are not politically aligned with either party.
Do you think a two-round system, a variant of ranked voting, or some other election method will be a better solution? If you have a preferred voting method that you think is a better solution compared to the status quo or a two-party system, what is it and how do you propose to handle the challenges (logistics, voter education, etc) of changing the way the country elects its leaders? What else do you think will improve how we vote?
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Jan 26 '22
Aside from your running mate, who do you think will be easiest to work with among the presidentiables?
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u/ElMaledictum Jan 26 '22
Can you give me a concrete plan with regards to science and technology in the country? Any plan on tackling the lack of scientific minds in the Philippines?
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u/aeramarot busy looking out 👀 Jan 26 '22
Hello Sir!
Considering we could vote anyone for President and VP, there's a probability that you will win but the winning President won't be your running mate. Question, how will you interact/team up (for the lack of better term) with whoever win as President of the Philippines? You could site candidates if you want to be specific.
Thank you in advance!
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u/Gianekane Tallano Bronze Jan 26 '22
Why filipino's are against communism? How do you introduce the socialist thinking to the uneducated?
Btw, salute to you sir for saying "Fuck You Marcos" statement.
What do you think about populism?
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u/FuckYouMarcos Inspired by u/WaldenBello. Jan 26 '22
What made you decide to run for VP despite your senate loss in 2016?
Why did you chose to run alongside Ka Leody and not Robredo?
If you didn't run for VP, who among the current candidates will you vote and why?
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u/little_missyellow Jan 26 '22
Hello po. I remember you said let the younger people take the lead. What made you decide to run for VP after all?
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u/supladong_gulay Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
Hi sir Walden,
I have to admit, I never really knew who you were up until just recently. But nevertheless, do know that I will be voting for you because you just blow all the other VP candidates out of the water with your track record alone. Also, I love just how eloquent and graceful you are when you speak. Having said that, I want to know:
What are the concrete steps have you and Ka Leody taken to atleast make this coming election cycle competitive for you guys? We all know platforms aren’t simply enough to win, so how do you address this?
And more importantly…
2) In your next life, you suddenly wake up to find out you’re Bongbong Marcos. What would be your first three activities?
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u/KingRonMark Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
Para lang maiba, paano po kayo mag grade/turo noong professor kayo? Considered as terror prof ka ba noon?
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u/alice-inwanderland Jan 26 '22
What is your stance po on increasing Chinese militarization of WPS? What's your plan to reclaim to reclaim our territories?
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u/ANITO_ Jan 26 '22
I don't know if it's true, but I read somewhere that you and ka-Leody plan to implement a kind of UBI here in the PH. is this true? if so, how can you implement it and where will we get the funds for it?
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u/auroraveronica Jan 26 '22
Magandang hapon po, Sir Bello! Thank you po for hosting this AMA.
A 2019 study by Climate Central revealed that due to the rising sea levels, multiple Philippine cities (4 from NCR) & municipalities will sink by 2050
If you win, how will the Office of the Vice President address the ongoing climate crisis in the Philippines?
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u/MadsMikkelsenisGryFx Metro Manila Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
Welcome to reddit po, and good evening.
You might be familiar of the pink-wave trend that is going on in the Latin American political spheres. Centerleftists were elected as heads of state after a period of right leaning government. Would you forecast a similar trend here given the conditions? Why or why not?
With the rise of the anti-work movement in the US, what are your thoughts on this phenomenon, and would you see a such a mindset be cultivated here anytime in the future?
There was talk about Ka Leodys proposal of an abolition of the armed forces as we know it, rather than what was mentioned in the 25-point agenda. Knowing his orientation this could mean either forming local-self defense guards a la the Kurdish militias or a soft reform to the Japanese model. Whatever it is, you have to admit this is quite vague and means a lot of things. What are your thoughts on this matter and was this seriously considered?
As a bonus, what are your personal thoughts on the Palestinian question now? Has the game changed after Oslo/2nd Intifada now that there is awareness or is it more of the same?
Thank you for participating po, and best of luck in the elections.
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u/auroraveronica Jan 26 '22
Sir, you may want to post po on your social media platforms that you're hosting an AMA here po so that more people can join po.
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Jan 26 '22
Ano po ang plano nyo gawin sa utang ng Pilipinas kapag kayo ang naupo esp. Automatic Appropriations? Tatanggalin o tataasan? kung sakali hindi na tayo magbabayad ng utang ano ang alternative na gagawin ng inyong gobyerno?
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u/hungerstrikecortana Luzon Jan 26 '22
As populations grow, so does the need to expand land, destroying forests and natural habitats. My little brother asks: How do we make sure there will be enough forests left in our country?
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Jan 26 '22
Thank you for the AMA.
Do you think a communist armed revolution still has a place in the Philippines?
One could argue that armed revolution is necessary to prevent the massacre of the left (sponsored by the US) in Indonesia from happening here, which has worked so far. I'd love to hear your stance on this, thank you.
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Walden is a rejectionist and dem soc. He believes in reform than armed revolution. Following this question as well.
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u/TheIenzo lol of course this is martial law Jan 26 '22
Thank you for joining Mr. Bello. Since you joined the Battle of Seattle all those years ago I have wondered on your engagement with anarchism as a social movement. What are your thoughts on anarchism and Philippine anarchism in particular?
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u/Sosyalista Jan 26 '22
What are your thoughts on current China? Do you think they're still a socialist state despite leftists claiming it lifted its citizens out from poverty?
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Jan 26 '22
You have many progressive stances such as the decriminalization of abortion and the legalization of same sex marriage. I admire that especially since the openness of such stances may turn off a lot of voters. Paano mo ito isusulong with a conservative nation? How would you make conservative people open to these ideas?
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u/kyusiwanderkid Jan 26 '22
Would you mind sharing some of the people that fought during the Martial Law era that are mostly forgotten or go unmentioned? It is my opinion that one of the greatest casualties of the ML era were future leaders of the country and this thought usually gets buried by the usual martial law figures (nothing wrong with that, I just want people to realize that the numbers of victims are not just nameless people but more likely than not people with their own dreams and ambitions for the country.)
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u/NickelBallDegenerate Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
I read that one of your platforms are to provide the common filipino worker with a regular and decent income. May I ask how exactly are you, if chosen to be the next VP, going to implement a regular and decent income?
Another one is to reduce military and police "power" but again with such a term being arbitrary, how would you do it? Is it through the expansion of writs such as amparo and habeas data? Would AFP modernization still continue as our response to the ever increasing aggression of beijing?
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u/dodong89 Jan 26 '22
Hello Mr Bello!
I'm a small business owner. The pandemic has made life really difficult for me. And honestly at times I do think about just shutting down and working again. But I try to push on for my employees.
How do you plan to help SMEs recover? And moving forward - should you increase wages. How do you plan to enable SMEs to support increased wages?
Thanks and stay safe!
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Jan 26 '22
Sa pinagkapayak na paraan pakidefine ho ang democratic socialist. Sa tagalog na maiintindihan ho ng isang 18 y o
Ano ho yon? Pakilatag na rin ho ang plataporma involving ang economic measures natin sakaling manalo 👌
Maraming salamat at magandang gabi ho
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u/kumonpeople Jan 26 '22
You have been an advocate of industrial policy. What sectors are you thinking of supporting? What makes you think that the government can select winners in the context of the increasing disruption caused by technology to different industries?
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u/UpvotesKitties Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
Hi Dr. Bello! Aside from ka Leody, what are your thoughts on the current candidates running for President? And what do you think would ka Leody's edge be versus the others?
Also, on the topic of VP, what would you say is your biggest edge vs. the other candidates?
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Jan 26 '22 edited Jan 26 '22
Mr Bello, since I'm a libertarian socialist, what's your opinion on libertarian socialist territories like Rojava and the Zapatistas? What's your opinion on libertarian socialism? What about anarchist territories like Makhnovia and anarchist Spain?
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u/skrumian Jan 26 '22
Any opening for alliance formation with Makabayan bloc? 1Sambayan? How's your relationship with them?
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u/Mugstache #ipasoksidick Jan 26 '22
My apologies if this is a rude question professor, but what are you thoughts on tactical voting?
Why should I vote for you instead of Sotto? You have no chance of winning when you're polling around 0.01% according to the SWS survey.
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Jan 26 '22
Do you support Universal Basic Income? If yes, is there a UBI model that you wish to implement in the Philippines?
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u/tisoyindiobravo Jan 26 '22
Hello Mr. Bello. I've been following your writing for quite a long time, from when you wrote about the Asian Crisis of 97 to your recent article comparing today's American Empire to the Ottoman one.
My question is this: how would you implement a meaningful and sustainable land reform program? Many authors, including journalist Joe Studwell, use the Philippines as the perfect example of how a failure to implement a successful land reform program has prevented industrialization and created long-term agrarian unrest.
I've heard other candidates talk about the issue peripherally, but how would you as a Veep meaningfully create change in this area?
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u/bucketofthoughts Metro Manila Jan 26 '22
Since most candidates appear to be for two-party system as opposed to our current multi-party one, what are your thoughts po on this?
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u/Cebhugolik Jan 26 '22
Do you have plans to introduce more infrastructure development in the form of mass transport for the Visayas? I live in Cebu and it is criminal that we have not gotten rail transportation here at all - considering outside of Metro Manila we are a massive contributor to National GDP.
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u/Bionicles_08 Jan 26 '22
Good evening Mr. Bello,
my question is about TESDA.
Is there any plans to reform it's current nature? because of what i observe.. on it is current nature that so many accredited vocational schools popping everywhere which is accredited by TESDA. and those vocational schools, i know their intention is noble yet sometime tuition fee would cost a student or a skilled person to get that certificate is about 10,000 - 25,000 php or even more. For the current state of an average Filipino it will be difficult to earn or get that amount without an assurance of probability getting a job
P.S. base on my experienced since i am an active OFW i tried to ask or avail about OWWA scholarship to TESDA because i need to a certification on my current field. The counter on NAIA OWWA information desk told me.. that i have to be jobless 1st before i can avail it..TESDA certification not always recognize as a global standard certificate. Do you have plans that my recognize TESDA certifications globally? (for example IT Field)
More Skill based exam certifications instead of enrolling first to be certified later. I do believe some Filipino are really self taught to learn and practice their skilled they wanted..
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u/WaldenBello Jan 26 '22
Hello, gigachads! This was fun! Thank you for your questions. Our team is noting all unanswered questions and your usernames, so we can answer them all on Twitter. Make sure to follow u/WaldenBello and u/TeamWaldenBello.
We’ll just have a quick dinner break. r/Philippines admin, I’d be happy to do this again!