Category: Candid Perspectives
Harris’ Speech, Our Story, Our Democracy
There were many great moments at the DNC. But the main event wasn’t the phantom Beyonce. It was Harris.
Harris’ Diversity Coalition Revives Sense Of Identity Politics—Even Among Filipinos
Having pride in being a Filipino American and voting shouldn’t be considered anti-American.
Ego Trumps God In Unhinged Acceptance Speech At RNC; Then Biden Drops Out For Nation
After the assassination attempt, Trump’s back to normal. Turns out he’s not some born-again Messianic force. He’s the same old Don the Con.
The Aloha Moment In Politics; And Biden’s Inflection Point
Some news organizations will choose not to say the name of the Trump rally shooter, thinking that doing so would only glorify the culprit.
Post-Debate Panic? Biden Gets Up and Keeps Fighting, But Should He Leave Race?
by Emil GuillermoJoe Biden admitted he’s no longer a young man, who doesn’t walk, talk or debate like he used to. “But I know what [Read More…]
Respecting The Jury’s Verdict on CFDT34
by Emil Guillermo I respect the rule of law. I don’t always like it, but I understand why we need it in a democracy. For [Read More…]
The Last 50 And The Next 50 Years On The Fight For Civil Rights
by Emil Guillermo If you are satisfied with where we are with civil rights in America, then I’m sure you’ll enjoy the next 50 years. [Read More…]
AANHPI Month Is Almost Half Over, How Does May Feel So Far?
In Hawaii, it may seem like its AANHPI Month every month. But on the mainland, May is when we make sure everyone knows we’re here, that we count, that we matter.
Why You Should Care About The Trump Trial
by Emil Guillermo May is Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Did you know AANHPIs are among the Trumpiest Americans, according to AAPI [Read More…]
A Filipino Asian American in 2024; Plus My OJ memory
by Emil Guillermo I’m in New York doing my show, “Emil Amok, Lost NPR Host, Wiley Filipino, Vegan Transdad” as part of the New York [Read More…]