Price, Job, Income

It's no school Monday, presumably because the weather bureau anticipated heavier rains. A day at home is always nice, but what I'm really thankful for is the chance to watch the State of the Nation Address later. 

Of all Philippine leaders post-EDSA 1, the current presidency has already garnered the lowest approval rating (-21) since 1989. According to the SWS survey, more Pinoys are going hungry.  Cielito Habito in the Inquirer posits that this year's presidential address will look into what the administration can do about the rising food prices (presyo) and the security of jobs (hanapbuhay) and incomes (kita).

According to reports, the address will be short--10 pages, no frills. It really is a challenge how to appease a hungry and angry nation. Ten pages of renewed promises? Really hope that there will be concrete platforms, and not just for the poor, and not just for the moment, but really long-term goals that will help everyone.