Sunday, November 09, 2008 (Philippines)

Cebu City Mayor Tomas Osmeña asks constituents to see his indefinite absence as “a test” of how well other City Hall officials have been prepared to take on executive functions. (Sun.Star photo/Allan Defensor) MAYOR Tomas Osmeña dwelt on his plans for the South Road Properties (SRP) in his State of the City Address Saturday afternoon and paid tribute to those who helped advance his programs. As he goes on leave for “two to three months” to seek cancer treatment in the United States, the mayor also said his absence will test what Vice Mayor Michael Rama and the city councilors have learned from him. What's your take on the Mindanao crisis? Discuss views with other readers [full story]