Social and political criticisms
From Inquirer
A civil society based in QC named CENPEG (Center for People Empowerment in Government) the emergence of more blatant and scandalous political dynasties in the Phil. The group refers to the dynasties being formed especially in the legislature by Estrada, Enrile, Cayetano, and Magsaysay families which may have two each in the Senate. Even the President seem to be benefit from this growing trend. (How about Angara?)
Only few families now own Phil. government. (Government of the families, for the families, and by the families) The Maguindanao phenomenon is not unusual.
Less and less people have opportunities to be elected in government elective positions. The group observes the absence of real democracy; only growing oligarchy.
Is this growing oligarchy unstoppable?
We really need to amend the constitution to ensconce this reality?
What happened to the Section 26 art II of the Constitution on political dynasties?
Section 26. The State shall
guarantee equal access to opportunities for public service and prohibit
political dynasties as may be defined by law.cralaw
Growing and expanding political dynasties in PHL politics
Article II of the Constitution on Political Dynasties
