Haves and have-nots
The divide between the haves and the have-nots is not only digital in nature but also political, economic and social. In her speech at the opening Wednesday of the Cebu ICT 2005 at the Waterfront in Cebu City, President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo said "we cannot have two Philippines - one for the haves and one for the have-nots."
She said improvement in the information technology field and the implementation of the first phase of her economic reform package through the expanded value-added tax and the filing of cases against tax cheats are meant to address the divide. She added the second phase of her economic reform hopes to focus more on uplifting the poor or on "raising up the bottom."
"I want one Philippines," Arroyo said.
She said improvement in the information technology field and the implementation of the first phase of her economic reform package through the expanded value-added tax and the filing of cases against tax cheats are meant to address the divide. She added the second phase of her economic reform hopes to focus more on uplifting the poor or on "raising up the bottom."
"I want one Philippines," Arroyo said.
3 Comments:
At 5:03 AM, Anonymous said…
If only we all work and support our leadership, there's nothing we can't accomplish.
At 5:33 AM, Anonymous said…
Gloria is foreign educated, even a classmate of former US President. She is more broadminded than the rest of previous leaders. Besides, she is trying her best to meet the demands of the world community, especially the World Bank.
Can't we Filipinos sacrifice our ego, intrigue, jealousy and personal interest even just briefly for the sake of our beautiful country?
At 12:11 PM, Anonymous said…
President Cloria Macapagal Arroyo is the Philippines best bet for a better future.
Cebu will achieve its dream of becoming a major IT hub in the world if it has a president that will support its goal. And Pres. Gloria Arroyo is 100% supportive of ICT as a tool for progress. She understands that Information and Communication Technology (ICT) bridges our islands. Pres. Arroyo also sees Cebu as a powerful force in leading the ICT revolution among the provinces of the Philippines.
Mabuhay, Madam President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo!!! Thank you for your support of ICT. We also assure you of our support until the end of your term of office.
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