nse of duty

As a government worker, I have tried to be true to our clients, making them feel that
they are also citizens of this country. – Roel Dahonog, Metro Manila

I honestly pay taxes due to the government, even when I know that it will only go to
corrupt government officials. – Vic Alim, Caloocan City

By buying and using Philippine-made products at home and in the Bucudi MPC
where I now work part-time. Another is by exercising my right to vote. – Erwin
Espinosa, Pangasinan

Adhering to my sworn duty is my best contribution to my country, to protect and

serve. – Pedro Alagano Jr., Vigan City

By exercising my right of suffrage wisely and intelligently. Kahit alam kong matatalo,
basta kuwalipikado ay akin pa ring iboboto! – Ric Vergara, Calamba

It’s every man for himself as elitist crabs run our social and political life.
Nevertheless, I’ll be at the battle front in case war happens. – Lem Lopez, Davao City

I will serve my country unselfishly and faithfully. This is easier said than done, but as
a true Filipino, the desire is there. – Leterio Bayson, Bulacan

The Philippines is my home

Well, no matter how hard and turbulent life here is, I was never swayed to go abroad.
And I remain optimistic. – Wendell Wisco, Ilocos Norte

Loyalty is balik-pugad, refitting it and its environs to your noveau richness. – G.M.
Caguioa, Dagupan City

In these harsh times, people are pushed to a proclivity to migrate, given the chance. I
find no better way to show loyalty to my country than to profess that I’d stick it out
here for better or for worse. I want to be buried here when I die.
– I. Calata, Parañaque City

Loyalty is staying put in the Philippines, knowing quite well that you will earn 50
times as much abroad. – Robert Young Jr., San Juan
I show my loyalty to my country by remaining a “brain-stay” all my life. – Jett
Avinante, Cavite

Living dangerously even with the lure of leaving the country for a better life abroad is
already an act of loyalty. – Ricardo Tolentino, Laoag City

Supporting local industries

I show my loyalty by supporting Philippine products, customs and traditions.

– Dennilyn Eclevia, Zambales

By promoting our beautiful places and buying Philippine products. – James

Gaw, Quezon City

I do all my shopping of pasalubong for my family here at Duty Free Phils. when I’m
home. – Diana Velayo, Makati City

By patronizing everything made in the Philippines, we show our loyalty to our

country. – Anton Ortega, Camarines Sur

I can show my loyalty by buying/using quality RP-made products. – R.

Razon, Caloocan City

I show my loyalty to my country by patronizing and buying Filipino-made products to

help our local workers and to boost our economy. – Johann Lucas, Quezon City

While there are many ways to show loyalty to one’s country, patronizing its products
and protecting its environment are the simplest. – Nap Cinco, Rizal

I patronize our own products but I make sure that their quality is high. I also try my
best to abide by our laws. – Ronald Dulay, Baguio City

Go, Philippines!

I show my loyalty to the country by supporting the RP basketball team. Their every
win makes me proud to be a Pinoy. – Ralph Torralba, Quezon City
I support and pray for our country’s entry in any international sporting event, kahit
matalo, pero karangalan pag nanalo. – Edwin Castillo, Tanauan City

By being a law-abiding citizen

By obeying and upholding laws, ordinances, orders, rules and regulations to promote
the welfare of the state and its people. – Justo Cammayo, Isabela

I show my loyalty in small ways: By following small rules like not jaywalking,
littering, etc. – Pat Miranda, Marikina City

Loyalty per se is generic. But to a simple citizen like me, it is defined as one’s
incorruptible obedience to the law. Let’s face it, there are many lawbreakers in this
country, and this is the sting that gives “loyalty” a blemished definition. – Ludwig
Aguinaldo, Digos City

My loyalty to our country is shown by my love for her as my one and only
motherland, so I remain a good citizen by following the laws, obeying established
authority, fulfilling my obligations and giving what I can to serve the country to the
best of her interest. – Germi Sison, Cabanatuan City

By respecting duly-constituted authorities, speaking well of the country and paying

taxes. – Rodolfo Talledo, Angeles City

By being law-abiding, paying the right taxes and by being a fiscalizer-texter of Inbox.
Pardon me but I’ve lost faith in our elections. – Jim Veneracion, Naga City

Loyalty to my country is shown by my paying my income tax correctly. Another way

is, though I should abide by the Constitution and laws of our country, I would not
stand idle on the tyranny and oppression done to the people by any administration,
including its mandate, if gotten through terrorism or fraud. – Elpidio Que, Vigan

Simply by following the rule of law, respecting duly-constituted authorities and not
joining pestering rallies. – Rey Ibalan, Antipolo City

Being proud of who we are

We should buy RP-made products, albeit made by foreign companies. Stop those
jokes that denigrate us. We’ve so much to be proud of. – Luis Lesaca, Quirino

Ask our leaders

I think this question of the day should be address ed to our patriotic (?) leaders today.
Tamang-tama ito para sa kanila. – E. Linsangan, Isabela

One’s loyalty is manifested not in terms of party loyalty but fighting for one’s
principle in defending our Constitution. – Pert Gaspar, Laoag City

Forget all the political bickering, which is internal, when in defense of the country’s
standing. – Ed Alawi, Davao City

Keeping a tight watch on the conduct of our leaders is a sign of loyalty. Warning
corrupt officials is performing a solemn duty. – Rex Bayson, Bulacan

Loyalty in action

Loyalty is not being a mere passive follower. It requires active and progressive vision
for the growth of your beloved country. – Marlone Ramirez, Occidental Mindoro

True loyalty

One must not limit his loyalty to his religion and country, but should expand that as
loyalty to the whole of mankind. Cease thinking “I am a Filipino” then peace will
reign. Loyalty to God is loyalty to our country. That is true loyalty. – Gerii
Calupitan, Mandaluyong City

It starts at home

If you’re not loyal to your wife, you will never be loyal to our country. Loyalty starts
at home. – Rico Arrieta, San Juan
 THINKING OUT LOUD

Whenever the MILF talks, it’s always doublespeak. When it deals, there’s always
double-cross. Doesn’t the government already know that? – Tony
Aquino, Makati City

Basketball is not for us in the Olympics. Why not concentrate on other less expensive
sports? – B. Reyes, Iligan City

Strong republic, my foot! We can’t even enforce our laws with impunity in Basilan!
Who is to take us seriously? – John Gonzales, Bago City

THE WAY I SEE IT

Villar promised the chairmanship of the Blue Ribbon Commitee to Estrada, Escudero,
and Cayetano. None of the above ang vote ko. – G. Ruivivar, Antipolo City

If the MILF were sincere, it would have joined the AFP in pursuing the Abu Sayyaf.
– Ryan Pahimulin, Rizal

The MILF-ASG’s beheading of the Marines was a retaliation for the “Jabidah
massacre” of Muslim recruits in ’68 by Marcos henchmen. – Sheldon
Calupitan, Quezon City

Comm. Eala’s disbarment for immorality is a big blackeye to the PBA. He should
resign his post lest the PBA suffer from his indiscretion. – Jim
Veneracion, Naga City

REACTIONS

To N. Elizan: You’re fooling yourself. Before you could even send your senseless
message, you’re 99.99 percent lying to yourself. – Cris Rivera, Rizal

Who are you, N. Elizan, and why say such a thing? Nagpapansin ka lang ba? You had
Inbox texters react negatively towards you. – A. Lamata, Taguig
To E. Artates: Did you ask Phil. STAR how Ludwig Aguinaldo became the no. 1
texter? Pusta ako may dayaan dyan. Gaano ba kadami ang published items niya? – T.
Manalastas, Manila

To J. Mondonedo Jr.: Kung may responsible media, dapat may responsible texter. N.
Elizan should practice ethical texting. – Edwin Castillo, Tanauan City

To Jun Orbeta: Hi liar, don’t count us in. Ports of entry to the south should be strictly
monitored to contain the hog disease from Luzon. – Loi Castillo, Davao City

To Pat Miranda of Marikina. Great idea! Let’s organize the Phil. STAR federation of
Inbox texters. Be its prime mover! – Ludwig Aguinaldo, Digos City

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