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Dark days for Estrada

Article Abstract:

The Philippine government of Joseph Estrada has been the subject of speculation, especially following a report from a forecasting service called Stratfor that Estrada would be removed prior to 2004, when his term is scheduled to end. A military coup appears unlikely, though there were fears of a coup at the time of a power cut which later proved to have been caused by an invasion of jellyfish. The armed forces appear to have left political life. A revolution appears unlikely, and Congress does not appear likely to remove the president due to lack of a strong system of political parties.

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People power rides again

Article Abstract:

Philippine president, Joseph Estrada, has been criticised for permitting cronyism, seeking to change the constitution so that he can stay in office longer, and limiting press freedom. He has denied cronyism charges, and this is not easy to prove, nor is the charge relating to press freedom. Estrada is seeking to change the constitution but argues that this is to help promote economic development by tackling protectionism, not in order to seek a second term in office.

National Government, Public Administration

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Time to go

Article Abstract:

Philippine president, Joseph Estrada, should resign because his economic and other policies have been unsuccessful, rather than because of bribery allegations.

Editorial

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