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Which is better: a two-party system or a multiparty system?

Both party systems have advantages and disadvantages, let alone the existing political system a country has which also constitutes its merits and demerits. Given the current party system that the Philippine politics is practicing, a two-party system is more favorable than a multiparty system thus making the former better than the latter. In terms of political stability, ease, and consistency, a two-party system is proven to deliver better. A multiparty system provides more than two political parties which represent different ideologies – making it divisive in a parliamentary setting. Unlike a two-party system where there are only two major parties, the views are either one over the other which is a merit for the political will of that party. If party A wins over party B, the former promotes unified politics in the government as they are inclined to a common ideology – be it political interest, power, or governance. It contributes to the political stability of a government as fewe...

Pelikula at Bansa: Ang Pagbuo ng National Cinema

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Panimula             Sa pagitan ng digmaang Kastila at Amerikano sa bansa noong panahon ng kolonyalismo, ang pelikula ay naipakilala sa mga katutubong mamamayan ng Pilipinas. Ito ay naging isang malaking impluwensiya sa kultura, lipunan, at pati na rin sa politika kung susuriin ang kasaysayan ng sinema sa bansa. Bagamat hindi katutubo ang pelikula, naging behikulo ito upang mabuo ang pagkakakilanlan ng mga Pilipino. Sa panahon kung saan hindi pa ‘Pilipino’ ang mga Pilipino buhat ng kolonyal na pag-iisip at ideolohiyang lakas ng mga dayuhan, ang pelikula ay isa sa mga nagsilbing midyum o kasangkapan upang mabuo ang esensya ng pagiging Pilipino. Subalit ano ang ibig sabihin ng pagiging “Pilipino”? Ano ang kinalaman ng pelikula sa pagtaguyod ng sari-saring kaisipan mula sa loob at labas ng lupain na nakatulong at nakasagabal sa pag-unlad ng isang makabansang katauhan? [CONTINUE READING THIS @  Pelikula at Bansa: Ang Pagbuo ng...

Tagaytay Tourist Spots

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Image by krystianwin from Pixabay             Why is Tagaytay a place to visit? I must say, this place has a lot to offer. Tourist spots in Tagaytay are mainly the charm of this place: from nature and parks, outdoor activities, sights and landmarks, food and places to stay at, to its cool climate condition. Tagaytay is truly a place to visit!             Tagaytay tourist spots include nature and parks, outdoor amusement parks, and landmarks. To name one, Picnic Grove is a place to relax where you can find the view of Taal Volcano and its surrounding lake. If you’re into nature, then this is a perfect place for you. Not only you can enjoy the view of the famous Taal Volcano, but Tagaytay also has a couple of zoos. If you’re into fun and games, Sky Fun , located at Sky Ranch , will perfectly suit you. It is an outdoor amusement park where you can find rides, food ki...