Name: blumntrit
City/State/Country: njusa
IP Address: 174.44.5.202

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Joker Arroyo still has hung-ups and issue's with regards to 45 props instead of 21 - masama ang loob sa prosecutions. It seems to him only the defense and Corona are allowed to lie and change any number of assets. Expect more changes Mr jokong and put some pomade in your hair just in case the wind blows down some of the numbers away again. Aburridong matanda!

Name: deo
City/State/Country: flour-flower city
IP Address: 74.65.10.53

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Just as I said, if the girls were as pretty (like this Jimenez featured in the editoriall) taking up law circa 1969, I probably would have been a lawyer, too. hehehe.

Name: JRH
City/State/Country: Montreal, Canada
IP Address: 70.80.203.225

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What a relief to have a holiday break from these senate proceedings. At this point, it's agreeable that most Filipinos following this have impeachment-fatigue of hearing 'your honor' that & 'your honor' this. Not to mention Sen. Santiago on her cranky outburst & ballistic dressing down of her colleagues in the senate & congress. The latest Pulse Asia poll found that 60% of Filipinos don't trust CJ Corona. So, a few more points if added, then, perhaps a conviction is in order. To sum it up, these crooks & corrupt govt servants were able to do away with all these self-serving laws that only benefit themselves & are untouchables to outsiders. Filipinos should unite & demand that justice must be done & that Cheap Justice Corona et al hang.

Name: blumntrit
City/State/Country: njusa
IP Address: 174.44.5.202

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It is time Filipinos everywhere band together and OCCUPY occupy back their judiciary. The SC is where the bulk of the corruptions, the supreme of all supreme, the supremo of all crooks where decisions are fixed/made favorably only for the rich and moneyed litigants.

Name: Paco Sa Cruz
City/State/Country: paking
IP Address: 113.170.220.27

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This country has remained in oblivion because of our corrupt politicians, many of whom sit in congress and senate. These are the root cause of poverty and the reason why despite removing Marcos, corruption thrived in our system under the noses of the Congressmen and the Senators. Until these corrupt politicians do away with the pork barrels, they could not be trusted to decide in favor of the Filipino people. The decision of these corrupt politicians will always be self serving while pretending to be on the people's side which they have mastered from the many years of practicing corruption and deception. Corona must go because this is what the people want and not because of the conscientious vote of the corrupt senator judge.

Name: Steve R
City/State/Country: California
IP Address: 98.234.19.64

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Why would a mayor approve the disbursement of P34.7 mil from the city's account with a certificate that is 11 yrs old? Did the mayor went along with the sale bcoz of R. Corona's undue influence on the matter? Bcoz of their influence to a group of voters, did C. & R Corona represented number of votes during elections that would give the mayor a good reason to disregard due diligence? In my opinion these are questions that contributed to Pulse Asia survey that 60% of the surveyed participants lost their trust that CJ Corona should remain with his job.

Name: Mr. Batangas
City/State/Country: Pampanga
IP Address: 72.134.102.157

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Most Filipinos are happy for straightening our justice system. Thank you LORD and some good lawmakers. But how about those bastards in the senate that enrich themselves from the time of MARCOS TO ARROYO. they are still there and have not changed faces. Lalung kumapal anf mga mukha. Sorry

Name: 1 UP
City/State/Country: GOTHAM CITY
IP Address: 74.101.66.222

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In the impeachment trial of Corona, the Supreme Court should never interfere with the work of Congress by threatening the latter with TRO and other forms of interlocutory orders. That would have been Contempt of Congress. Supreme Court does not have any authority to halt the impeachment of Corona, unless the Constitution agrees with them that they have the last word. I have never seen a court so stupid as this court. How did these justices get there? These justices have never been vetted. They were hired on the spot!

Name: Steve R
City/State/Country: California
IP Address: 98.234.19.64

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Of all the Senator Judges, Sen Santiago had the audacity to use the words Human Relation while berating a witness in her loud shrilling voice. She said, -look at me- to the witness as if she was talking to a 5 year old. She needs to be re-evaluated for psycho reasons bcoz no judge should talk like that to a witness in any court. At the end, CJ Corona was not cleared of all his properties as the prosecutors had documented. Three or 4 properties not declared in Corona's SALN plus his bank accounts are enough to find him guilty.

Name: EJ Flores
City/State/Country: Calgary, Canada
IP Address: 112.203.91.45

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It is very evident that the Philippine Supreme Court has lost the reverence of the public it once had. The reign of Gloria Arroyo has a lot to do in the damaged judiciary. Supporting the midnight appointment of Corona in early 2010, the SC clearly violated provisions of the Constitution as pointed out by no less than Fr. Joaquin Bernas and Justice Artemio Panganiban. And it seemed, the SC has gotten away with it. Now in the hands of CJ Corona, the image of SC has suffered badly because of the many inconsistent, irregular and flip flopping decisions. Yes it is about time the Filipino people should regain back its once heralded and well admired Supreme Court.

Name: GFJBHEDF
City/State/Country: Hercules
IP Address: 67.188.19.40

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Impeachment presiding senator Enrile, regarding the 47% survey believing CJCorona is guilty said, "If deciding the case can be done by public opinion, then why bother trying cases in court, when all that's needed to decide a case is public opinion?" Just like Jesus before king Herod asking the multitude, "Who do you want to be freed.., Jesus or Barabas?" The crowd replied, "Crucify Jesus!" Who indeed needs the court, when guilt or innocence can be decided by public opinion?

Name: John B.
City/State/Country: Sherman Oaks. Ca,US
IP Address: 76.216.152.14

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We are only too familiar with the harsh realities of Philippine politics with all its grime and dirt, and all its "foundational flaws". And we watch with "tongue in cheek" how the false theatrics of our esteemed "politicos" in their dignified robes carry out the "Impeachment Trial of the Century". I have to say with their over-sized egos and their delusional sense of themselves, they certainly did not disappoint. But throughout the 'caricatures' and Saturday night moments of the whole exercise, we still hold our breath and our collective HOPE that they recognize this process as theirs as well as the country's "unique opportunity for a way towards REDEMPTION.

Name: EJ Flores
City/State/Country: Calgary, Canada
IP Address: 112.203.3.145

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This is a well written piece of article that describes almost accurately the manner by which senator judges are trying to portray themselves as they articulate on every opportunity to be at the podium. They gang up on every individual who is perceived to be 'weak' (Diaz of LTA, Atty Vitaliano Aguirre) but shy away from those who they know can argue well (Atty. Cuevas).

Name: william telus
City/State/Country: Colorado
IP Address: 96.51.223.169

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The rule on impeachment trials was changed because of the lawyers in the Senate who think they are bright, with the modern times, we don't need bright people all we need are smart (logical, not bookish) people. The impeachment is actually a investigation/inquiry...to determine if CJ is/has capability, integrity, trust, probity and confidence of the people and executive. The change to trial is suspicious, a COMPANIERO CONSPIRACY is being hatched, so they (lawyers) can maintain ELITISM in the judiciary and will be able to keep control and power. They feel, if Corona is impeached the judicial system will be changed into a democratic system. People will be participating as decision makers in trials and to oversee operations.

Name: bebot
City/State/Country: uk
IP Address: 78.105.230.164

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But when the IC decides to acquit Corona and the Filipino people are not happy with this decision, they will take to the street for another People Power and call for the ouster of Corona. They would also vent their anger for those who voted for the acquittal. The senator judges should be 100% that they embody truth and justice..... or else

Name: Azusena
City/State/Country: Baguio
IP Address: 64.40.183.70

Comments

How come I sense that PNL is covering all bases in case Corona is acquitted-- they blame the senator judges?!?

Name: 1 UP
City/State/Country: GOTHAM CITY
IP Address: 74.101.66.222

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Tama po kayo. Binaboy nang mga "senator- judges " kuno the true meaning and the seriousness of the process by injecting themselves directly into the trial. This whole trial was a sham. Sabi nga sa wikang Ingles "too many cooks spoil the broth." Impeachment trials were never meant to seek justice but to find the TRUTH. It is obvious that Corona was not being forthright with his financial disclosure very early on. You must be so dumb to have missed that. Now, here comes Brenda injecting the concept of honest mistake of omission. Sa mata nang Dios, omission and commission ay pareho lang. Both are SINS. I love pretzel with caramel dip but not this kind of pretzel logic being dished out in the trial!

Name: 7gtg
City/State/Country: regnsk
IP Address: 24.72.32.254

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Hintayin nalang ninyo ang result ng impeachment trial. At palitan na rin ang topic nitong PNL. Pag may result na saka na kayo mag away. Puro na lang pataasan ng ihi.. There is the constitution, there is the law and the fact na wala namang nagbabarilan at hindi naman nagkagulo ibig sabihin the system is working. Not to your imagined ideal American standards of course. But it is working.

Name: antonio jr
City/State/Country: manila
IP Address: 112.205.85.94

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Please let us not prolong the agony of waiting for the conviction of Corona" ...there is no denying that he is a midnight appointee and a "close" friend of GMA who up till now also has everybody hanging in midair. There can not be two masters running the Government. the President is the lawful leader and not Corona. He has to leave or be forcibly carried out of his office.

Name: clarissa
City/State/Country: xavierville
IP Address: 64.40.183.70

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It is so funny that many in this forum (including the editor) raise umbrage about the behaviour of Sen.-Judges and yet not raised their collective hackle about the ineptitude and stupidity (mga GAGO!) of the prosecution panel saying that CJ has 45 properties-- that turned out to be false!! Those people in power using their position to besmirch a citizen is just plain atrocious. AND they haven't apologized at that-- so typically NOYNOYING!

Name: blumntrit
City/State/Country: njusa
IP Address: 174.44.5.202

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A big exposé by Raissa and the cyber plaza miranda group. More properties are coming out from the USA. This would be again the SHOCK and AWE of them all for the thief justice. They really are in the real estate business - buy here buy there and if only they could buy Taal volcano they will buy it too. Done deal, he's finished - Cuevas' nightmares have come. Keep watch - the Coronas might run away during this impeachment break.

Name: tonyO
City/State/Country: pinas
IP Address: 111.68.59.75

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The editorial posited that the bottom line in this Corona Impeachment case is the Senator-Judges will convict or acquit CJ Corona according to the public opinion. The only public opinion is trumpeted by PULSE ASIA survey which reported that Corona is guilty. And who controls this public survey outfit? “some of the prominent members of the board and stockholders of pulse asia are blood relatives of Sen. (now president) Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III Where would this fact put the PNL Editorial? Is it biased to Penoy who masterminded this impeachment case in order to deprive farm workers beneficiaries interest in the Hacienda Luisita?

Name: EASTERN RIZAL KID
City/State/Country: Eastern Rizal, Phils
IP Address: 121.54.46.9

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Sobra na talagang BINABABOY ang Impeachment Trial na ito... ng mga senator-judges na mukha ding BABOY. The good news is bagay naman sa kanya/kanila. Hehehe! Case closed. NEXT! ;)

Name: GFJBHEDF
City/State/Country: Hercules
IP Address: 67.188.19.40

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Philippines is not totally cloning US jurisprudence.., and just like the singing of Star Spangled.., artists have versions. These senators are politicians, and politicians are actors and actresses.., dah. Get some vitamin D while the sun is shining.., dah. Survey was taken just after prosecution presentation.., B4 defense made their presentation, and the result was below par, a bogey for conviction.., dah. B4 the senators pummeled P'Noy's batchmate, witness Eulalio Diaz III.., dah. P'Noy is going on 10 nation tour aftermath.., to clear the cobwebs.., dah.

Name: GFJBHEDF
City/State/Country: Hercules
IP Address: 67.188.19.40

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Do not be oblivious to the fact that P'Noy is a sheltered boy-man. He was sheltered by mama Cory from birth till she left for happy land. By that time 'Noy was over 50 annum already. Now, his sisters, appointed batchmates and political mates have taken over his care and guidance. With these many caregivers, different takes and persuasions, P'Noy's compass is now gone haywire, discombobulated in the Sargasso sea.

Name: anthone
City/State/Country: austin,tx
IP Address: 99.190.130.41

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The impeachment of the chief justice delivered a very strong signal that something must be done to deviate from old bad habits. It has created a huge crack that only demolition is the remedy. Good thing we still have our local justice starting from our barangays. I would like to suggest that we do away with the present supreme court -a suspect that exert Herculean power to neutralize every effort of the present dispensation for needed change. Let the IBP inject young blood in the court and let the people test them.

Name: 1 UP
City/State/Country: GOTHAM CITY
IP Address: 74.101.66.222

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JohnB: The players in the impeachment trial did not really disappoint the public. They lived up to their personal images. They help carve also the everlasting reputation of a disorganized and dysfunctional institution. Yes, indeed!

Name: MARNY V
City/State/Country: black or white=$
IP Address: 76.117.48.33

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After all, PNL forum sets a model for a democracy at work. We are waiting & watching patiently. May we give way to a rare piece of history in the making; 1st the good news, Jessica Sanchez as an American Idol favorite dominating the 11th season that captured the heart of music lovers alike worldwide (keep on voting). Now Renato C. Corona (the wealthy dude in office), a disgrace not only to Filipinos but to the judicial system that made us aware about corruption in the highest court. This explains why flip-flopping of decisions became a standard practice if the price is right (pag pikon sa forum, talo). So, check & balance still exists, ha! I gave up rice for LENT. Giving up something is common practice for Catholics like giving up Corona, ask Marie !

Name: JRH
City/State/Country: Montreal, Canada
IP Address: 70.80.236.27

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More & more Filipinos are sensing that CJ Corona's deception as a big con game. This scam must end now. The defense's refusal to allow the Coronas to testify is another fact why people suspect that the Coronas have no plausible excuse, alibi, or proper & convincing evidence(s) on the vast amount of assets acquired during his entire service in the SC. Not including the dollar accounts & possible real estates in the U.S. (California & Florida). The defense also stated that they don't want the Coronas be ridiculed in the hearing. That is BS. The Coronas must face the music & prove to the Filipino people that they are not above the law.

Name: 7gtg
City/State/Country: regnsk
IP Address: 24.72.32.254

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Bebot: "But when the IC decides to acquit Corona and the Filipino people are not happy with this decision, they will take to the street for another People Power and call for the ouster of Corona.." wishful thinking. the Filipino is family oriented. They will not take to the streets (except for fun and free merienda). as long as family is safe and there is hope (no mater how faint) Filipinos will give the current system a chance. endanger the family unit and its future.. then the Filipino people might take to the streets - after 20 years. It took that long to get rid of a dictator.

Name: Elizabeth S. dela Rosa
City/State/Country: Glendale, CA
IP Address: 71.95.150.187

Comments

Napakaraming nasasayang na oras sa ganitong mga issue. Talagang wala ng pag-asa ang Pilipinas. Gusto lahat mailagay sa diaryo ang mga politiko. Mag artista na lang kayong lahat.

Name: 1 UP
City/State/Country: GOTHAM CITY
IP Address: 74.101.66.222

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William telus: The impatience of the people is about to be reached by the people. The disappointment of the public has become very obvious. I believe the mood of the people is to convict Corona and get him out of the Supreme Court now. Allow the government to go on with other business. The lack of (or absence of) seriousness and the theatrics by the litigators fueled this negative perception that this trial is a sham. Inject Brenda and defiant SC justices (all appointed by Arroyo) in the process and an explosion occurs.

Name: Marie
City/State/Country: Batangas
IP Address: 194.24.138.51

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Kung wala inggit at galit mababawasan ng kalahati ang problema sa ating bansa.

Name: tonyo
City/State/Country: pinas
IP Address: 111.68.59.74

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Steve R said “Why would a mayor approve the disbursement of P34.7 mil from the city's account with a certificate that is 11 yrs old?...” Adre, and may ask you, too – what is the relevance of your question to ARTICLE 2 of the Impeachment? How may this fact help in the resolution of this case?

Name: tonyo
City/State/Country: pinas
IP Address: 111.68.59.73

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1 UP advocated “In the impeachment trial of Corona, the Supreme Court should never interfere with the work of Congress by threatening the latter with TRO and other forms of interlocutory orders…” Adre, you cannot amend the Constitution that reposes in the Supreme Court the power of Judicial Review on any question of law. Only the majority of the people may ratify any amendment of the Constitution, hehehe.

Name: Acacia
City/State/Country: North America
IP Address: 99.228.199.40

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The verdict of the impeachment court will necessarily reflect back on the court. It will also indicate the senators-judges' connectedness to the common man. The solidarity of public reaction will show if it is expressing the limited a group self-interest or the national interest.

Name: HMS
City/State/Country: New York NY
IP Address: 67.241.96.149

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How can you take this Impeachment Court seriously! After all the fire and brimstone they hurled at each other for weeks the protagonists now declare a "Break for Lent". An "Easter Truce", they call it, allegedly to make personal, spiritual reflections and in observance of the Holy Week. They then immediately went politicking/campaigning for/against Corona. THE HYPOCRISY IS INCREDIBLE! THE DYSFUNCTION IS PALPABLE! It's as if they are saying: Let the people wait. They are nothing but wretched Filipinos anyway. And surprise, no one is complaining. The beat goes on.

Name: Jorge Villanueva
City/State/Country: Canada
IP Address: 142.163.140.72

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I was born a Filipino and will remain one, at heart. But, I cannot help but say that I am afraid to return because the Philippines has remained a very corrupt country. It has not improved it's economic outlook to level comparable to other Asian countries. The poor economic atmosphere creates less foreign investment causing the Filipinos to lose hope and thus move away in droves. I hope this impeachment starts a long road back to recovery.

Name: 1 UP
City/State/Country: GOTHAM CITY
IP Address: 74.101.66.222

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PNL: Let us all face it. Politicians are never camera shy. They love to be seen on TV and they just can't stop talking. They will say anything just to catch the 6 o'clock news or see their faces in the front pages of the morning papers. As they stay longer in their jobs, they can't remember anymore the three R's demanded of them in public office: "Respect for self; Respect for others; Responsibility for all their actions." SAD but true.

Name: antonio jr
City/State/Country: manila
IP Address: 112.205.85.94

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Why is it that almost all the time, The Defence always tries to prevent any action that the prosecutors do something that the people need to know about? His Dollar account, his properties in the U.S., his 11 million loan from his cousin Basa, and just about any move by the Prosecution that seems dubious? Cuevas hits the Prosecutors before they can open their mouth? Are they untouchables, really?

Name: 1 UP
City/State/Country: GOTHAM CITY
IP Address: 74.101.66.222

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This raucous impeachment process in Corona's trial makes this country's Congress look stupid and immature. Crucial issues are not being raised but instead trivial ones are continuously being revived and revisited. Unnecessary delays for its early resolution are expected to happen. Impeachment fatigue is bound to be experienced too by those who are following the trial. The goal is simple in any impeachment trial; it is intended to arrive at the TRUTH but never serving justice as in criminal cases. The statement that Corona was denied due process will continue to be pursued by Corona’s surrogates including resident lawyer, Tony0, in this forum. Many times people are unable to sort reason from emotion. Tony0 is one of those.

Name: manny bautista
City/State/Country: quezon city
IP Address: 180.190.40.85

Comments

People are supreme over any branch of government as power resides in them

Name: 1 UP
City/State/Country: GOTHAM CITY
IP Address: 74.101.66.222

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Anthone: Unfortunately, the Supreme Court is part of the "Holy Trinity" in the Republican form of government. The Philippine Supreme Court however, is living under the illusion of "judicial supremacy" instead as an equal partner in running the affairs of the country with the executive and the legislative branch. Corona is telling his 7 allies in the court that they are. It is all bravado!

Name: Manuel C. Diaz
City/State/Country: Antipolo City
IP Address: 120.28.121.240

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The Supreme Court particularly the Chief Justice Crown of thorns got the dose of their own poison. The 188 congressmen sold their souls to the snake pit by the Pasig river the Supreme Court are also in the market, peddling cases to the highest bidder. Same banana.

Name: estelito landayan
City/State/Country: porac,pampanga PI
IP Address: 121.54.42.139

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I think is not the people but the senate judge will decide; hope they will decide on evidence.

Name: Eastone
City/State/Country: Sta Rosa City Laguna
IP Address: 222.127.9.180

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I've been watching the on going impeachment trial and I think that there are those who are doing their job fairly. It is hard to imagine that after all this trial, it is the public who will have the last say. If that's going to be the case, then it should have just been surveyed and whatever the result maybe will be the final verdict.. Philippines is much becoming a lawless land wherein the rule of the mob is the one that reigns..

Name: 1 UP
City/State/Country: GOTHAM CITY
IP Address: 74.101.66.222

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Acacia: The impeachment has always been viewed as political. This is the first time that people are exposed to an impeachment trial. It is just like having the first snow dusting in the streets of Manila. Because impeachment is political in nature, senators must be thinking that on the next election their names will be known to the voters had they voted to keep Corona in the Supreme Court. It could be used against them by their political opponents. I am sure that a "not guilty" verdict will ignite protests and demonstrations by political activists. It could begin in Padre Faura.

Name: Robert
City/State/Country: Baybay, Leyte, PH
IP Address: 203.110.207.212

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Thank you for pointing out the beautiful Macel Jimenez. She is a site to behold. She makes this story a little brighter for us who are bored with this. BTW I am an American living in Leyte. Salamat.

Name: wdc
City/State/Country: california
IP Address: 75.38.76.252

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The US should declare Philippines not fit to visit because of the illegal drugs and money launderings not to mention to suspend all foreign aids until these problems are completely eradicated.

Name: GFJBHEDF
City/State/Country: Hercules
IP Address: 67.188.19.40

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The prosecution witchhunt continued by pro P'Noy blogger, self claimed journalist, Reissa Robles, to further damage CJCorona. Tampa/Fl and Mt View/Ca addresses where Renato Corona resided while on vacation in US. US Therapist ($54K to 103K) daughter bought house in 2008, and less than a month bought property in Manila. <Investment. My daughter also bought a house near Woodland/Ca that was selling for $400K in 2006. She got it for $181K in 2008. Real estate was caught up in the 2007 to 2009 US economic recession, and RE Mkt is recovering slowly. RE investment beats keeping your money in the bank.

Name: GFJBHEDF
City/State/Country: Hercules
IP Address: 67.188.19.40

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Reissa Robles, (self claimed journalist), said CJCorona is linked to RE properties in Tampa/Fl and Mt View/Ca So, Ms Reissa Robless, accuser of CJCorona.., pretty look at the maps and indicate to us exactly properties you accused CJCorona of owning. Don't just lay down intrigue to do damage to CJCorona like the prosecution and their 45 properties.

Name: Marie
City/State/Country: Batangas
IP Address: 194.24.158.3

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Tangengot: Ala ay ala eh nga. Sino nga naman ang magagalit sa mga matinong tao. Ako naman baga ay nayayamot lamang s mga intsik n mga nagkakalat ng droga sa Pinas at sa kung ano pang iligal na gawain. Huag mo namang tawaging abnoy ang isang taong tumutulong sa atin na mabawi ang mga ninakaw na pera ng taong bayan kasama ka na kung nagbayad ka ng tax noong panahong hindi pa presidente si Pnoy. Kahit pa sya ay may lahi basta pinagmamalasakitan ang bansa natin ay pabor ako. Maybe you may call him abnoy but he and I will be together saying - take your Name!.

Name: tonyo
City/State/Country: pinas
IP Address: 111.68.59.76

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Phreng Deo, here’s the evidence that CJ Corona has been impeached by the House of Representatives without Notice and Hearing (see link to Ex CJ Artemio Panganiban PDI Column dated Jan. 14th and I quote “i was startled when, without any prior notice and hearing, 188 members of the house of representatives filed a verified complaint for the impeachment of chief justice renato c. Corona. I thought that due process required notice and hearing before an impeachment charge could be filed in the Senate. So, I hastened to reread the constitutional provisions on impeachment.” Caveat: Don’t jump to a conclusion, read also his March 25th column captioned “BITIN”

Name: 1 UP
City/State/Country: GOTHAM CITY
IP Address: 74.101.66.222

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For the benefit of everyone and to put to rest the issue of Corona being denied "due process" this link will provide everyone enough knowledge: - Please take time to read it Tony0. You have to see the light. I am providing you a highbeam flashlight.

Name: 1 UP
City/State/Country: GOTHAM CITY
IP Address: 74.101.66.222

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Jorge Villanueva: As Confucius once said A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." Someone must have that vision to make that journey. PNoy must not be faulted to make the first step. If he didn't, who would? The judiciary must be cleansed to restore the people's faith in the judicial system. We saw the first step with the resignation of Merceditas Gutierrez of the Ombudsman Office. Corona should be next and his 7 allies in the highest court. Then Congress and IBP could refine and strengthen the vetting process by putting more qualified justices with untarnished reputation in the Supreme Court.

Name: John B.
City/State/Country: Sherman Oaks. Ca, US
IP Address: 76.216.152.14

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It seems that we have to look past the mediocrity of the proceedings and recognize that in essence, the fact that the process is even unfolding is a blessing. I feel that we have the "ripe conditions"- given the predominance of a sincere political will and effort from a "conscientious" President. A supporting of a strong and unified national mandate needs to be PROCLAIMED to realize that true 'reformation' we've had for so long in our common vision. Beyond the unfettered shamelessness of a corrupt system, that so called "audacity of Hope" should be the people's rightful claim...NOW more than ever!

Name: Balimbing
City/State/Country: Sa Gulod ng Bayan
IP Address: 64.40.183.70

Comments

Is there some subliminal message here from the editorial-- at the end- it will be an EDSA 3 to decide?

Name: Lee Buyagan
City/State/Country: La Trinidad
IP Address: 2.91.73.27

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I used to admire Joker Arroyo during the Cory's administration but what he is doing now is ridiculous towards the impeachment trial favoring the crook. I am calling him and all Senator-judges especially those who are in their twilight career to cast your verdict according to sentiments of the majority. Maawa naman kayo sa Pilipinas hindi sa balasubas.

Name: WDC
City/State/Country: California
IP Address: 75.38.79.125

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The Filipino people have nothing to say about any crimes committed by those in the Philippine government because they are bunch of clueless people. Common folk, these corrupt government officials are the same families who have been robbing the Filipino people for multitude of years and yes, the Filipino people keep installing them in the government for a stupid "Bag of Rice". Corona will get away with his crimes and so will many of these people in the Philippine government because the Filipino people are insensitive for their own future. It is a waste of time of this BS impeachment because those lawmakers who try to prosecute Corona are also thieves.

Name: Steve R
City/State/Country: California
IP Address: 98.234.19.64

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There're several reasons why 60% of Filipinos surveyed believed Corona can not be trusted to continue as CJ. Reasons are suspicions but nevertheless, the average person has no difficulty forming his/her opinion that Corona acquired most of his properties by way of scheming, unusual business transactions & etc. such as the 11 yrs old certificate used to facilitate the sale of BGEI properties, family feud regarding ownership, preference of using the market & assed value of properties, & not showing the acquisition value (price at escrow closing), closing bank accounts on the day he was impeached, TRO related to dollar account disclosure, & SC officials prohibitive order to testify. The Malacañang rah rah boys story by Cuevas & the P100 million bribe for Judges added to Corona's delimma.

Name: blumntrit
City/State/Country: Gdn city
IP Address: 174.44.5.202

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Listen, The Public have the Final say in this Impeachment trial after all. 1Up/Lpif/Rizalkid/Deo/Marie/MockingB/Edward/MartyV/ SteveR/Leebuyagain/Philsearch/RayBato/Hms/Jrh/ 222 Lange/LuzViMin regions. Hey, we're all part of "The Public", you have the final say. The "Public" consensus - Guilty! What say you, tonyO/Kali/5gtg/tranquil/brenda/cuevas? heheheh...

Name: joe
City/State/Country: california
IP Address: 98.207.190.69

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The author of this article seems to underestimate the fairness of the impeachment court. Rather, he explicitly makes a reckless conclusion that the verdict will depend on the poll. If this were true, then he has just compared the Philippines to Nazi era Germany, where Adolf Hitler ruled and justified his atrocities through popular view.

Name: Jorge Villanueva
City/State/Country: Canada
IP Address: 142.162.184.1

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I am pleading to all Filipinos by birth, whether living abroad or in the Philippines to use this forum and make a pledge to rise above partisan politics and help eradicate corruption in all forms and in every level of life, public and private. To do otherwise would be to perpetuate this cancer destroying this country and making it lag behind others in the world. I make my pledge here.

Name: john abad
City/State/Country: manila. philippines
IP Address: 121.54.42.151

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Sana isinama lahat ang mga senador sa article para hindi maakusahang may pinapanigan.

Name: Marie
City/State/Country: Batangas
IP Address: 178.190.192.1

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One thing I admire for PNoy, he first castigated GMA, Abalos, CJ Corona, Garcia Ligot, the heads of corrupts. He's clever for what he did. Although CJ Corona's trial has not yet ended, I'm convinced of his illegal acts because being the chief justice he will always be tempted to do illegal business. Anyway, God knows what to do with them. As I always insist there's always an end to devilish acts especially if there are many who suffered. I don't know why there are people who dislike PNoy despite his efforts to wash out the evil which has been haunting Filipinos for decades.

Name: ReyOfBatoCatPhil
City/State/Country: Reno, Nevada, USA
IP Address: 99.46.25.26

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Kabayan, eh puro tayo due process ng due process tungkol kay Corona. Di ba tayo natutuwa niyan na may nagsisilip ng mga ninakawan ng mga iyan, marami diyan sa govierno natin. May mga Due Process ba ang mga iyan kung papaano magnakaw? Ala eh! kasama ka ba sa mga magnanakaw na iyan? Tama na iyon kabayan. Hayaan na natin ang paglilitis o pagsusuri total kung wala siyang kasalanan ligtas iyan, ay kung convicted naman bitayin na lang natin sa kanto para maturok sa buong katawan ng karayom ng bawat isa sa atin. Ako ang mauuna kabayan

Name: Vanessa Lee
City/State/Country: Kuwait
IP Address: 149.147.76.206

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I believe this impeachment takes more longer time to reach for conclusion as shown the way the defense panel maneuver the strategy to delay and to have too many matters for debate. By all means they will find ways to correct the wrong and vice versa to best rescue their client no matter what, after all thru this manner they are being paid for. Senators-Judges should take utmost care to render the verdict in this regard. It is crystal clear that CJ Corona crossed the line therefore should be penalized. What then the essence of the law that signifies blindfolded lady and the weighing scale if the defendant granted acquittal? This impeachment is historical should have meaningful result.