Mabuhay – Long Live!
I’m Raissa. An investigative journalist who is happiest digging in the trenches.
During this challenging time in our nation’s life, permit me to share with you what I’ve learned through years of reporting.
Studying power has fascinated me ever since I took up a Shakespeare course in college. I’ve had that rare privilege of watching power up close, especially in face-to-face interviews with five Philippine presidents:
- Benigno Aquino III;
- Corazon Aquino;
- Fidel Ramos;
- Joseph Estrada; and
- Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo
As well as some of their children, spouses and key aides.
In this blog, I see myself as a political outsider and onlooker, not a power player.
Views expressed in this blog are strictly my own and not those of the media outlets I write for.
I am currently Manila correspondent of South China Morning Post (HK) – Asia’s oldest English language newspaper - and Radio Netherlands.
Recently, I was asked by ABS-CBN News whether I would be willing to have a tie-up with them by having some of my pieces appear on their website and whether I could write some stories for them. I agreed and I’m delighted with this arrangement since it assures me editorial independence.
I used to be a contributing reporter for:
- Asiaweek magazine of the Time-CNN Group;
- Asia Inc. magazine; and
- Riyadh Daily newspaper.
I have done pieces for The Times of London and BBC Radio.
I have also been interviewed as a source by the Australian Radio Network and Voice of America.
I started out in Business Day, then The Manila Chronicle, Business Star and Philippine Star newspapers.
I’ve contributed special reports on a wide range of topics to:
- The Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism;
- Newsbreak;
- Vera Files; and
- The Philippine Daily Inquirer
And also published two biographical books:
- To Fight Without End: The Story of a Misunderstood President
- Trianggulo
I took up English literature, major in Imaginative Writing, at the University of the Philippines, where I graduated magna cum laude. I’m a member of the Phi Kappa Phi International Honor Society.
I’m also a proud member of the UP English Honors Class under the late English Professor Concepcion Dadufalza, as well as a student of the late Fr. Joseph Galdon at the Ateneo de Manila University.
To hone my skills in journalism, I attended a course at the International Institute for Journalism in Berlin.
This blog would not have taken off and been at all possible without the prodding of my hubby Alan. He is my adviser, editor and consultant. And he makes me laugh.
Here’s what Alan posted on his Facebook Wall recently:
I lecture on multimedia journalism and publishing in Berlin. A year ago, I told my wife I would use my knowledge and skills to be her adviser, editor and consultant in her political blog. I promised her in a year her site would be one of the most popular in the country. This week her blog starts as a regular partner to abs-cbnnews.com, the country’s largest broadcast news network. She’s also been asked to contribute exclusive features.
Of course, like the dutiful wife, I didn’t believe him, initially 
I’ve made numerous mistakes in journalism – which I had to learn on the fly - but asking President Arroyo about sex is not one of them.
Nor is asking President Aquino whether he plays video games.
Besides politics, terrorism and the Mindanao rebellion, I’m interested in a whole lot of things and this website will reflect that.
Join me in my quest for a better life for the majority of Filipinos. And of course for world peace. Yeah, beauty queens are right.
And oh, by the way, this blog is a work in progress. I’m an electronically-challenged person and so I’m very proud to say that I built this blog from the ground up. Of course with lotsa advice from Alan. He’s the geeky one.
I am a friend of Robles Alan in Facebook and this blog is sloppy and fails to be critical most of the time.
The facts of the case in 2001 are vastly different than now.
First of all that was bribery, economic sabotage among other things which Cuevas, whom you are crucifying for just doing his job guaranteed in the constitution to provide equal protection, explained.
Second did it ever occur to you that maybe Joker Arroyo can see that facts have changed or that maybe he doesn’t agree to a dictatorship where the Chief Executive controls all 3 branches that is why he is changing his position?
When facts change, positions change. You forcing them to be the same is over simplification.
I am concerned because what you are writing are so biased it makes Drilon look like an amateur. I mean you are a journalist, atleast be critical if you are really biased.
And your vast qualifications for deciding what is balanced consists of?
Alan says that indeed you keep yapping at his wall.
The question that seriously bugs Alan is this – Is CJ Corona really your dad?
I have more to say about Joker, don’t worry.
In this cyber Plaza Miranda you’re free to say whatever you want.
I’m sure someone else will react to your statements IF you post a comment in a piece and not here.
why don’t you and let’s see what happens.
My husband recommended this blog and I’ve been devouring it this past week. Very honest and incisive articles. Keep it up Ms. Robles!
Thank you, CJ.
Found this blog by accident, haven’t stopped reading since 2am. The exchange is electrifying, the commentators seem well connected especially Mr Lin. I’m a fan.
Welcome home, Nini.
Keep it up Raissa! I just love this blog!
Thanks for giving me an opportunity to be open-minded and critical…to respect the ideas of others and not to stoop down on verbal atacks that are low level( as much as possible) , and thanks for uniting hundreds of our countrymen for truth and kuro kuro
You’re welcome.
Thanks for giving me a opprtunity to be open minded and critical…to respect the ideas of others and not to stoop down on verbal atacks that are low level( as much as possible) , and thanks for uniting hundreds of our contrymen for truth and kuro kuro
You’re welcome, Glenn.
You are one fearless, fair and fighting journalist!!!! Please continue to provide us with facts! Too bad I learned of your blog only recently – with the Impeachment Circus going on! But I have gone over all your articles and definitely, the comments and praises you are getting are making these senior “opinion writers” jealous of you…. You are a class by your own self , just like the Impeachment Court – bowing to no one, except perhaps to the hubby…!!!! CHEERS from Welly!
Thank you, Chit.
Don’t worry.
There’s more where that came from.
I came across your blog thru the column of Solita Monsod in PDI and I can’t stop reading your entries. Interesting, informative and very courageous. Keep up the good work and and keep them coming.
Thank you for dropping by
Thanks for informing us; a very impressive accomplishments.
Pls. drop by again
Your comments are most welcome in the discussions.
I started to be your avid fan when I stumbled about your blog thru twitter, I followed ANC,then I followed you and started to read all your blogs. Thank you so much Ms. Raissa for sharing us all this info,hope God will bless you with good health so you will continue to help our kababayans find the truth.
Thanks for reading, Aida.
Pls.help me by tellyour friends and relatives about my blog.
hi raissa,
i am a big fan of yours and i wish you always the best. i am posting your blog on my FB wall for my friends and family to see and read.
good luck to you if ever your appearance before the impeachment court to testify will really push through. i am one of the many who are solidly behind you.
mabuhay ka raissa and god bless.
Thanks, marco.
Thank you for the advocacy, I jotted your blog from the column of Ms. Solita Monsod (11 February). Do you have a profile on Cuevas? I think he and Mendoza have striking similarities in looks and styles, also they probably have a link during the time of Marcos.
Not yet.
Cuevas was an Estrada appointee.
as Secretary of justice? He retire as Ass. Justice 1986.
I admire your will and love, thank you for choosing to use your gift of knowledge and intellect the right way. I hope we can make a way to inspire students to read on what really is happening in our country, rather see them just playing computer games.
Its nice and great to read unbiased articles.
You are amazing and lovely ms. Raissa
Thanks for your thoughts.
Ms. Robles nakakamangha ang iyong katalinuhan at kaalaman. Nawa ay ipagpatuloy mo ang iyong adhikain at kami ay di magsasawang tangkilikan ka. Aksidente din Lang na nakita ko itong blog mo at dahil na rin sa hilig ko sa pagbabasa ay nagumon na ako at tuwing may pagkakataon ako ay dito ko ginugugol ang oras ko. Maraming salamat sa iyo sampu ng iyong mahal na kabiyak .
Walang anuman.
Makararating sa aking kabiyak.
hey raissa, i just read that the prosecution will going to ask you to testify on the impeachment, i cant wait to see you on that witness stand!! keep it up!!
Raissa,
i only got to learn about you and your blogs from my reading of the Philippine Star today in the column of Jarius Bondoc.
but seeing your credentials, I got interested in reading more of your blogs. you’ve got good credentials and truly is admirable.
i also became interested to see your published books.
sorry if i am a latecomer in getting to know you…:-)
Thank you, Zaldy.
You’re not late.
I’m just beginning.
Ma’am Raissa,
Ipapatawag daw kayo ng Prosecution.
IPATATAWAG pala. mali Filipino ko.
Im a HK resident and used to read HK Post (until technology upgraded the system, i now read news online, saves me $$$ hehehe). I’ve seen your name in HK Post few yars back. First thought? are u a filipina? If so, Im so proud of you.
Since this CJ trial, im already following you, more often…
Keep up the good work, keep yourself independent and free from bias. Good luck and good health always
Yes. True blue Filipino.
Thanks, Renee.
Excellent! God bless you and give you good health and sharp mind! Mabuhay ka Raissa!
Salamat.
your husband is right when he said that your site will be the most read in a year’s time. you’re deserving because your articles are timely, believable, and well-researched. more power!
Thanks.
He is a very good editor
Worse than my previous editors in local newspapers combined.
Thank You and Mabuhay ka!!!
Gong Xi Fa Cai!! May you continue to make a difference in the lives of others and a blessing to all . More power to your blog. May the Great Architect of the Universe protect and guide you in your endeavors.
I really enjoyed reading comments in your site.More comments are pouring in to thank you and I myself too admire you for your political views.
Sana magising ang ibang kababayan natin sa katotothanan at huwag suportahan ang mga corrupt politicians.Those who support them,I believe belongs to them.
Thanks Raissa ,dont stop,we are behind you and support your excellent political views.
Basta kasama kita sa laban
Hi Raissa! Really like your blogs…very insightful. I enjoy reading the comments too!
It’s my daily morning routine to read online news from ABS that’s where I first got to read one of your article. Pinamalita ko na rin site mo sa officemates ko…..we shall wait for more articles from you
God Bless!
Thank you very much.
Sori kung late ako mag-post, ha.
I still need to write for my newspaper
Hi Raissa,
Your had me glued for hours!!!!!!! Thank you very much for coming up with in-depth and insightful articles! May you always find the drive, the inspiration and the courage to do what you do best! More power!!!!!
thank you, grazzie.
sisikapin ko.
I came to know your blog through another blog, Get Real Philippines. You’ve been mentioned and attacked there several times. Sino ba itong si Raissa Robles? I googled and I came across this blog. I’ve since been a regular reader. I enjoy reading your articles here. Everything’s well-written and, more importantly, well-researched. Other political blogs I’ve stumbled upon are built entirely upon baseless punditry.
And you have your real name on every by-line.
This is why this blog matters.
Hmmm.
Maybe they’re really my secret fans.
But thank you for finding out for yourself about me.
Maybe you could go back to that blog you mentioned and tell them what you’ve found.
I also came across Get Real..not comparing but I think Ms. Raissa’s blog is based on facts and not mere opinion, which makes this more nakakaenganyong basahin. This is why I just ditched the other blog and got hooked to Raissa’s.
I thank you Ms. Raissa for a job well done sa blog na ito. An eye-opener sa mga taong walang access sa facts na naipresent mo dito, saka may mga super technical na bagay na dinidiscuss sa news ng mga technical na tao na nagawa mong pasimplehin kaya mas madaling maintindihan..
Ipagpatuloy nyo lang po ang pagmulat sa kamalayan ng mas nakararaming Pinoy na naguguluhan na rin sa mga nangyayari ngayon. Take care din po and God bless.
I will.
Thanks.
Hi Ms. Raissa,
Fascinated by your views. I also want to see a better Philippines governed by morally upright and honest people under PNoy administration.
Regarding CJ Coronas impeachment, can you kindly find something about the supposed last meeting of former PGMA, Cabinet secretaries and CJ Corona last June 29,2011. It was the night before PNoys June 30 oathtaking. If CJ Corona and his allies are arguing that Corona is not beholden to former PGMA and the so called ” independence “of the co-equal branch then why did he attended the said meeting ?
Goodluck and more power !
Really?
Tell me more.
super fan mo po ako., I am a student of College of St. Benilde and at the same time working in an NGO. Reading your blog is my everyday habit. Good luck po and more power:-)
Thank you.
Sorry, haven’t posted a while.
Covering trial.
hi raissa , accidentally i stumbled your article in one of the links from my FB friend and that was the beginning of my everyday habit to read some of your writings , i find it interesting and very informative and frankly speaking i am now your avid fan .May the Lord God continue to bless you and your family , your life would be a great help in building God’s kingdom here on earth.
Thank you, Almar.
Pls tell your friends and relatives about this site, too.
yeah sure , asking your permission to link this with my FB. Thanks and Godbless!
Sure.
Wow!! Ang galing mo! Please never change and speak the truth always.. mabuhay ka Raissa…
Raissa ang galing mo. Pwede ba magparami ka ng lahi kasi ikaw ang nagsisimbolo na may pagasa pa tayong mga pinoy sa likod ng mga katiwalian ng mga iilang politiko. Naway dumami ang anak mo at mga apo nang sa ganon may mga magtutuloy ng iyong nasimulan. Isa kang bayani sa amin. Alan tulungan mo si Raissa pag marami na anak nyo sagot ko na ang bwunang sweldo para sa isang yaya nyo hahaha. Mahal namin kayo nasa likod kami para tumulong kung anoman ang kailangan para makamit natin ang katotohanan.
LOL.
Salamat.
You can help us by spreading the word about my blog.
I’m trying to see if there’s an appreciation and room for this sort of journalism.
Raissa, isa na rin akong tagahanga mo. At para inspirasyon para sa pagdami ng lahi mo, sagot ko na rin ang isang yaya. Serious iyan at tunay ang aking katauhan sa kabila ng aking email address.
More power to you and your husband.
Wow!
2 na ang magiging yaya ko.
Seriously, thank you for your concern.
Thank you for having a such a good person in our society. Your thoughtful ideas and political views are the true meaning of journalism. God send you and used you as a tool to exposed the truth in this corrupt world. Keep up the good work!
Sincerely,
Ezer Tiongson
Thank you for your words of encouragement.
cant you put ur photo on ur blog?
I’ll work on that.
thank you raissa, though parang nakita na kita ng tanungin mo si Pnoy tungkol sa video game sa focap (?) kya lang di ko na matandaan! maganda rin kasi yung alam mo hitsura ng paborito mong author/writer/blogger. ilan lang kayong binabasa kong nagsusulat ng opinion, 1 is conrado de quiros at aling winnie sa mga local. bago pa lang kasi akong nagbabalik loob sa pagbabasa
, i used to read a lot when i was in college, after martiall law! thank you agen, isa kang inspirasyon!
Salamat sa pagbasa mo, Jun.
naka base ako sa san diego, california, dito mo makikita na napakakulelat ng ating bansa, dapat talagang pagtuunan ng pamahalaan di lamang ang ekonomya kundi na rin ang pag sugpo sa korapsyon!!, mabuhay ka raissa, sana araw araw me bago kang sinusulat, tsek, tsek, nabasa ko na lahat ng mga sinulat mo
saludo ako sau, nagsasakripisyo ka para mamulat ang sambayanan, i wonder kung nakakatayo kapa sa computer mo, lol, i cant imagine kung gaano ka time consuming na basahin lahat ang mga comments, habang binabalangkas mo ang susunod mong topic!!! wag ka sanang mag sasawa…tulad ko!
Hindi ako magsasawa kung hindi kayo magsasawang bumasa ng mga sinusulat ko.
Pagpaumanhin lang kung meron mga araw na wala akong sinulat.
Dahil may mga deadline din ako sa trabaho ko biling reporter sa HK newspaper.
Pero sisikapin kong mag-update nang malimit.
Salamat.
Are you still believe that there will be a change in our country on a positive manner? I just want to know what’s your take on this.
I’m wishing.
but it ain’t gonna be easy.
you and I have to fight for it.
we need a divine intervention to get of what we’re wishing for… I am patriot by heart so sometimes I just want to believe in radical actions in order to achieve the true peace and progress here in our country.
more power to you raissa,hope next year we can really see genuine change in our country and enlighten us with your column……
Hope so.
fingers and toes crossed.
What can I say Raissa?
I salute you.
I will assure you that lots of Pilipinos in our community will be your fan as of this writing. Your blogs only direct to one and only important thing for Pilipinos: The improvement of their lives by enlightening them of the real happenings in the country both political,ethical and social. Now by just my e-mail address, I knew you already noted where I am based, but if you happened to read my comments on GMA News and Inquirer, I have only one thing in mind also: To enlightened the Pinoys on what is the real situation that is now the Philippines. More power to you and to your loving Hubby.
Thank you.
We can’t lose hope for our country.
So many have died for us already. Least we can do is fight on.
I am feeling a little bit weird because my idol personality was your namesake. She is Raisa Gorbachev. I knew by just reading your article, her vibrant and intelligent personality combined with courage to face the truth is within you. I am sure that more Pinoys will be with you in leading the fight for a corrupt free Philippines, and that includes me. More power to you.
Thank you.
I was actually named after Raissa Oumansoff Maritain – the wife of the French philosopher Jacques Maritain.
The way I print out my name is the way my dad taught me to write my name. It’s a Russian name.
Your gift and dedication added hope to Motherland. You encouraged us who
moved back and made a difference. Changes must come from within us, instead
of useless complaints, accusations, and regrets.
Continue in your magnificent way so others are enlighten, and if truly touched
moved out of their comfort zone.
Many of us with resources do it now back at our own hometown,
places we settled in PH and received peace and intangible blessings,actually
more than we gave.
May others feel that incredible and lasting experience.
God bless you , your supporters and readers that will be inspired.
Thank you, Manny.
You can help by sharing my pieces with your friends and relatives.
Hi Raissa!
I’m new here. I often hear about your blog because it has been mentioned all over the news on line by some opinion writers like ellen tordesillas, Ducky Paredes and many more but i never got to read your blog earlier because i thought what I get to read every night ( the news on line like philstar, inquirer.net or malaya) was more than enough to know what’s the latest happening in our country until i decided to google your blog and since then I’d been hooked. thanks so much for your blog, i get to learn more.
do you have a blog regarding the RH Bill? where do you stand on this issue?
This site has been bookmarked under my “Must Read Everyday” folder.
Asking your permission to link this page to my FB posts.
Sure. No problem.
Hi Raissa,
Truly your blog writing has helped my team and I understand our country’s political intricacies. You’ve played up the less explored angles and your expository recipe tastes like there’s a maverick chili powder in it. Keep it going.
Thanks for reading
I love the detailed analysis in your blogs. You have such great insights and political views. I would just like to ask just how do one get invited to events involving the opportunity to interview or hear out popular people of politics?
Do I need to be a member of a certain group? Is there a qualifying credential required?
I would love to see these people personally, so please let us know how ?
Thanks, and congrats for being recognized!
What you can do first is, watch out for weekly briefings called “kapihans” by senators or media groups. You usually have to pay for your coffee or breakfast. You can listen in initially.
For starters, you can attend the one of Neal Cruz. He usually announces it in his column in Philippine Daily Inquirer.
And keep writing and blogging. Your blog has potential.
good luck.
Hi to all especially to you Ms. Raissa;
It’s very interesting to know that people here interacts seriously about corruption issue. How I wished that thru ms. Raissa a new breed of anti graft advocates group will be created to fight against these corrupt governemnt officials.
I agree with Art. It’s true, garapalan dyan sa Tacloban City Hall ang nakawan, pag di nagbigay ang supplier di nila babayaran. the same practice all over samar, and leyte and also in the cities of Cebu, Mandaue,Lapu lapu. almost all supplies they brought are over priced particularly the business plates and rubber boats which is over priced by more than 500%
Hi Ms. Raissa.
I just discovered your blog site a week ago and I truly amazed about your political points. I do hope that you will try also to conduct an investigative report about corruption in government, particularly the LGU’s where corruption occurs every day. In my 5 years in business dealing with different LGUs I can say that corruption is a common practice nowadays. Though the procurement is done thru public bidding but based on my experience 60% of the projects that was bid out are already done deal, while 30% are favored and the 10% are considerably straight.
You’re a cut above the rest. Reading your blogs reinforces my belief that Marcos was the worst president we ever have. The problems we have now are the results of his deeds like corrupting everybody especially the military where its generals tilt the balance of power in the presidency instead of being a soldier.
What I am saying is people power succeed ONLY with military support. Thus presidents after Marcos have to buy the loyalty of the generals to ensure their hold of power.
Unfortunately many in the media(except you) do not see it this way; they still think that good people in the govt can stop corruption without realizing that this powerful(emboldened by Marcos) with guns, money and power still call the shot. The good and the educated in govt are eaten and they changed to be corrupt otherwise they are dead.
It doesn’t help that our activists still do as they did in the ’70′s- they talk about change and organize the poor to pressure the establishment. Wrong, organize the middle class instead(poor has no power) and run for public office and change the system instead of talking.
They should read the book of Saul Alinsky, The Rules For Radicals, which is the bible Of Obama and the basis of Hillary’s senior thesis at Wellesley where she got A+.
That’s an interesting way of doing it.
Our intellectuals talk the talk but do not walk the walk. That’s sad to say Raissa.
ms. raissa… you’re an inspiration (for me to hone my writing/blogging skills). i wish i can write with as much wit, humor and candor….
with the vicious cycle of fraud, corruption, deceit, from one administration to another (same crap & plot, different characters), i have lost the interest to read news and current events. but your blog have become a source of refreshing perspective. i like the views you present and the out-of-the-box questions.
keep it rolling…!!
Keep writing.
Dear Raissa,
Since I first opened your blog with your entry “Did VP Jojo Binay Mislead PNoy x x x “, then followed by “What is that Idiot x x x”, I was amazed by your resourcefulness, candor and intelligence in presenting your craft. I knew that I struck “literary” pay dirt.
Someday, I hope to read them, too.
Kidding aside, your materials’ credible substance is indeed a relief, after reading and hearing the parrots from Malacañang and the noisy paid-mouthpieces of the former’s targets.
Many people must have wished that they had at least a portion of your skill, courage, stamina, etc., in imparting the facts of our country’s affairs. But maybe, not about sex.
Regards,
joseph
Dear Joseph,
Thank you for reading.
But why not about sex? Just curious.
Hi Ms. Raissa,
Since I found this site,I made it a point to read and immersed myself in every new subject contained hereto.
Joseph might have referred to your statement attributed to asking Pres. Pnoy regarding sex… LOL
By the way Ms. Raissa ,Am here in Qatar as OFW.
I really found your blog worth my time.
Thanks for reading.
And good luck over in Qatar.
Hope you find your dream.
Raissa
Thanks, raissa
I would appreciate if you could include corruption issues involving provincial government notably in visayas where it is rampant and NOBODY is looking at.
thanks, again
art
You are one brilliant writer! Thank you so much for posting articles such as this to inform people like me who are concerned but don’t understand much about politics.
Kudos, Ms. Raissa. Looking forward to more posts from you. Influential pinoys like you make us proud to be pinoys.
Thank you for reading.
just wondering if you have articles re hacienda luisita..
Yes –
Here –
SWS survey showed urgent and “special need” for Cory Aquino & her relatives to redistribute Hacienda Luisita to farmers
Here’s the link –
http://raissarobles.com/2011/08/15/sws-survey-showed-urgent-and-special-need-for-cojuangcos-to-redistribute-hacienda-luisita-to-farmers/
Secret SWS survey told President Cory – most Filipinos want Hacienda Luisita land distributed
http://raissarobles.com/2011/08/12/secret-sws-survey-told-president-cory-most-filipinos-want-hacienda-luisita-land-distributed/
SWS’ Dr. Mahar Mangahas confirms doing Land Reform survey in 1987
http://raissarobles.com/2011/08/15/sws-dr-mahar-mangahas-confirms-doing-land-reform-survey-in-1987/
wow, what a blog! thanks for creating this, Very factual and done with passion. Ever since I came across your site over the weekend, i have made it my homepage. again, thanks a lot, keep informing everyone and more power!
Thank you for dropping by.
do you know how many cases were filed against sen. ninoy aquino during the martial law days?
how would you comment on the statement by sen. joker arroyo that what we are experiencing now is thew same as martial law.
Ah, Joker Arroyo.
He is highly compromised.
He won two terms running under Gloria Arroyo. During Arroyo’s time, he hardly said anything against what she was doing despite his campaign slogan – kung bad ka. lagot ka.
He and Cory Aquino had a bad falling out during her presidency. He was her presidential Executive Secretary whom she sacked after a particularly nasty coup because Col. Gringo et al demanded his head.
The coup leaders claimed Joker Arroyo was coddling communists in his office.
I have a lot to write about Joker Arroyo whom I have interviewed and covered since Martial Law.
please write more about joker. i used to admire that guy na wala ng sinabing maganda kay Pnoy, pero lahat ng ginawa ni Gloria at Corona para sa kanya ay maganda!!
I think I did a piece of him last year before my website crashed.
I’ll try to upload it again.
mam raissa,
You’re a great writer and commentator, I was referred by my colleague in your site, and I cannot help but admire you and your viewers post and comments, I am inspired and looking forward to all your future write ups, good luck and Godbless!
Hello Ms. Rissa. I am now one of your avid fans. Thank you. I read your article everyday. Mabuhay ka Ms. Rissa. =)
Ay…Ms. Raissa pala. Sorry. =)
I love your blog….so courageous!
I have a feeling of hatred with Supreme Court’s treatment of GMA’s TRO on travel.
I wish you can also put a report on the Supreme Court’s favoritism with GMA on the issue of TRO.
If we were able to remove a president, there is no reason we cannot remove a chief justice and other justices who thwarted the law in favor of GMA who appointed them.
Please carry on… and keep us well informed… thanks for being around at this time when the mainstream media is losing its credibility…
Don’t lose hope.
There are a lot of people in the mainstream media who are credible.
And that includes the wires – AP, AFP, Reuters, the Japanese news agencies, the German news agency DPA – their Manila bureaus are proudly staffed by Filipino journalists and photogrpahers who make a difference. They bring Philippine news to the world.
Learn to discern.
But I will go on writing.
And thanks for reading.
Been following Phil politics for decades. Your articles are great specially on GMA. Thanks
Thanks. Appreciate that.
kudos to raissa. thought provoking attempts eh. well-thought out articles. you analyze the news and the personalities behind the news independently
Thanks and good job. We enjoyed reading your blog. Good luck & mabuhay ka.
Thank you.
this site is very informative and entertaining. : )
Thanks Ms Raissa. I hope you won’t mind if I published your post(which I already did) in my blog but of course I will redirect the rest of the story to your site.. God Bless..From now on I will be your regular visitor..
I have been looking for a good journalist for sometime,,through browsing and window shopping finally found one worth reading and enjoying………….
Ms Raissa,
I really liked your articles and the way you expound them. You are not bias but open minded. I just hope that all journalists, media people should observe impartiality in discharging their jobs in the field of endeavor they chose. However, as the old saying goes, nobody is perfect. It is really sad to note that there are media people that are AC/DC. I am proud of you. My best reards,
There are many of us. Don’t lose hope.
During the ongoing GMA vs Leila de Lima saga I have avidly pored over everything I could read to try and understand what is going on. Until I came across your blog I came across only biased redorting and thoughtless publication of said thoughtless reporting by a media only interested in the sensational. Keep up the good work and ferretting out out the truth. You are now on my favourites list.
I will always wish you the best luck and more power to enlighten the unenlightened……keep on shedding lights….many netizens needs you….and I am one of those…..thanks.
Thanks.
Thanks, too.
when i first read one of your article, i fell in love, i said to myself “i wish all filipino journalist are like this” i hope someday i will see you in person, i remember teodoro benigno in you.
I am entertained with all your writings..
Thanks, Philip.
I appreciate that.
Hi Raissa! I am enjoying your blog – it’s very thorough and insightful.
I applaud your for your courage. Bilib ako sa iyo, lalo na sa panahon ngayon na ang lalakas ng loob ng mga “haters” at “feelingero” na akala mo opinyon lang nila ang tama, at kung mapikon ay kung anu-ano na lang na pananakit ang mga sinasabi, basta lang may masabi.
You are very intelligent and brave, and I admire you for that. Keep up the good work!
Thanks, Faye.
you did great raisa in your blog. hope you will continue this. this will open the eyes for everyone who are discourage of the system in the philippines
Hi Raissa!…i just opened your blog site and i am sure, ill gonna enjoy it!!!!
Thanks!
Sorry Ms Raissa DUPED…
AWESOME-LOVERS IN ROME. It took her years to find real love and now that she found him she celebrated this love in Italy and sealed it in Fontana di Trevi. We can only wish them happiness happiness happiness.
In a different note, does your deadline limited to Philippine politics ‘coz i understand you write for an Asian newspaper.
Thanks again Ms Raissa and looking forward for a regular update about Pia ( are we asking too much? Not really )