The Philippine State: A Survey of its Political, Economic and Socio – Cultural Landscape Gary G. Ador Dionisio Assistant Professor SMS – Social Science 1
The Philippine State Objectives It aims to discuss the characteristics of the Philippine state It examines the causes and roots of political and economic problems in the Philippines It explains how these problems affect the different industries in the Philippines It discusses alternative programs for the Philippine State 2
The Philippine State I.
Introduction: An Activity on Philippine State What are the different news today? What do you think is the impact of these different news in our political and economic condition?
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The Philippine State II. Understanding the Political, Economic and Socio – Cultural Characteristics of Philippine State 1. Political Situation C. Weak State (Rivera 24:95; Myrdal 11:96) Abu Sayaff, NPA, etc. b. Weak Party System (Miranda 35:94) Personality Politics 4
The Philippine State
Patronage System
Elite Led
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The Philippine State
Guns, Goons and Gold (3Gs)
Trapo (Traditional Politicians)
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The Philippine State 2. Economic Situation Elite controlled
Low GDP and GNP
High unemployment
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The Philippine State
No.1 human exporter (OFW)
Gigantic Foreign Debt
High cost of utilities (electricity, water, transportation)
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The Philippine State 3. Socio – cultural situation Neo – Colonialism
Weak culture of democracy
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The Philippine State
MTV and MYX Generation
Social Apathy
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The Philippine State III. Impact on Different Industry Low tourists arrival in Southeast Asia
Low wages in the industry
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The Philippine State
Job (In)Security
Abuse of Practicum students
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The Philippine State IV. Alternative Programs to Philippine State b. Political and Electoral Reforms Political Education for Active Citizenship
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Computerization of Election
Strengthening Party List Law
Anti Dynasty Law 14
The Philippine State b. Economic Reforms Sustainable Economic Program
Synergy of Agriculture and Industrialization
Creation of Real Jobs 15
The Philippine State c. Socio – cultural program Political values
Culture of solidarity
Active citizenship 16
The Philippine State V. Conclusion The Future of Philippine State
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