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The fall of “one” means the suffering of “many”.

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The fall of “one” means the suffering of “many”.

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From the nation's economy to the youth's education, every single Filipino is negatively impacted by the corrupt decisions of those who were supposedly entrusted to lead with honesty. As citizens, we must call out those who waste the nation's resources as an essential step toward a progressive and prosperous society, ultimately improving the Filipino quality of life.

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Fernandez, H. A. (2025, September 17). Philippine president calls out corruption in flood control projects. Eco-Business. https://www.eco-business.com/news/philippine-president-calls-out-corruption-in-flood-control-projects/

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"Under questioning by senators, Hernandez alleged that since 2019, infrastructure projects in Bulacan province have not been built according to approved specifications. Cheaper and longer-drying cement and low-quality construction materials were used to cover kickbacks, usually about 20% of the project cost or higher, for corrupt legislators and officials, he claimed." (as cited in Gomez, 2025)

Gomez, J. (2025, September 24). Philippine flood-control projects made substandard to allow huge kickbacks, Senate Inquiry told. AP News. https://apnews.com/article/philippines-flood-control-corruption-inquiry-6ec985cb21d1c14ba617a57b9f223974

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Philippine flood-control projects made substandard to allow huge kickbacks, Senate inquiry told

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Two former Philippine government engineers have told a televised inquiry that most flood control projects, road and other infrastructures they helped oversee in recent years in a province near the capital were substandard or overpriced to compensate for huge kickbacks given to congressmen and senato

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Mothership [@mothershipsg]. (2025, September 11). Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has established an independent commission to investigate flood control anomalies [Video]. TikTok. https://www.tiktok.com/@mothershipsg/video/7548838159950368016?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc&web_id=7477908788567426578

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has established an independent commission to investigate flood control anomalies. The new group intends to conduct a "comprehensive review" of projects, identify irregularities, and suggest measures for accountability to restore public trust in government spending. #philippines #tiktokphilippines #fyp

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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has established an independent commission to investigate flood control anomalies. The new group intends to conduct a "comprehensive review" of projects, identify irregularities, and suggest measures for accountability to restore public trust in government spending. #philippines #tiktokphilippines #fyp
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Right-of-way problems directly affect's our community because they delay important transit projects like the Metro Manila Subway. These delays mean that traffic congestion continues to worsen, and commuting remains long and exhausting instead of improving with the promised new rail systems.

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Why the Jeepney Modernization Program Matters

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Why the Jeepney Modernization Program Matters

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The Jeepney Modernization Program is highly relevant to our community, as many people, including myself, utilize and rely on jeepneys as their primary and most affordable mode of transportation. Therefore, any increase in costs or reduction in jeepney availability directly affects commuters’ mobility, livelihood, and overall quality of life.

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As stated by Bordey (2025), “Past leadership of the Department of Transportation has repeatedly made eight years of unfulfilled commitments to all stakeholders involved — from the drivers to the operators to the commuting public — which significantly contributed to the pushback against the Public Transport Modernization Program,” Poe said in a Monday statement."

Bordey (2025) also noted, "However, a modern jeepney costs over P2 million, a price even state-run banks LandBank and DBP have deemed too expensive for most drivers and operators."

Bordey, H. (2025, March 24). Unkept promises fuel PUV modernization opposition – Poe. GMA News Online. https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/topstories/nation/940369/unkept-promises-fuel-puv-modernization-opposition-poe/story/

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Unkept promises fuel PUV modernization opposition –Poe

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Senator Grace Poe criticized the past leadership of the DOTr for its “unfulfilled commitments” regarding the Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program (PUVMP).

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“The Department of Transportation said that major mass transport projects in Metro Manila are facing delays due to budget cuts and right-of-way acquisition issues.” (GMA Integrated News, 2025)

GMA Integrated News. (2025, February 24). Major mass transport projects face delays due to budget cuts, right-of-way issues – DOTr. GMA News Online. https://www.gmanetwork.com/news/money/economy/937267/mass-transport-projects-face-delays-dotr/story/

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Mass transport projects face delays – DOTr

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Several government mass transport projects may be delayed due to budget cuts and right-of-way issues, according to Department of Transportation Secretary Vivencio “Vince” Dizon.

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ANC 24/7. (2025, April 1). DOTr chief orders “unbiased” review of PUV modernization program, forms special committee | ANC [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcf5PxdfW3E

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DOTr chief orders 'unbiased' review of PUV modernization program, forms special committee | ANC

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As someone who uses a footbridge because it’s the only option to cross, I constantly see how footbridges and wide roads prioritize cars while making life harder for pedestrians like the elderly, children, and people with disabilities. This issue affects not just me but my whole community, where walking has become unsafe, exhausting.

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“It promotes faster driving for car users… Since the norm they are used to is for pedestrians to use the footbridge so, since there are no at-grade crossings, their [car drivers’] tendency is to drive fast,” said Camille. “Footbridges also normalize the thinking that pedestrians who do cross the road at ground level are “obstructions.” The thinking is: they shouldn’t be there.” (as cited in Ranada, 2025)

Ranada, P. (2025, February 8). Metro Manila footbridges: Million-peso monuments to car-centricity. Rappler. https://www.rappler.com/newsbreak/in-depth/metro-manila-footbridges-million-peso-monuments-car-centricity/

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Metro Manila’s footbridges are million-peso monuments to car-centricity

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Close to 140 footbridges have been built in the capital region, with millions spent on each one. But if the Marcos administration wants to put pedestrians first, is a footbridge policy the way to go?

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Rappler. (2025, February 8). Monuments to car-centricity: The footbridges of Metro Manila [Video]. YouTube.

https://youtu.be/pkRqQ02AuzM

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Monuments to car-centricity: The footbridges of Metro Manila

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When it could be used by the community, commuters, like myself, continue to struggle if these remain unused. The utilization of this train could improve the commuter experience and make efficient use of public funds (since these were purchased from China a while ago). As a Filipino citizen, this concerns me because I want to see the taxes of my countrymen maximized.

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“Transportation chief Vince Dizon said in an interview on Teleradyo’s Ronda Pasada on Friday that he asked them to fast-track the process of assessing the safety and compatibility of 48 Dalian trains to MRT-3.

Since 2019, Sumitomo has been handling the maintenance of MRT-3, said Dizon. He emphasized, it has been more than 10 years since the Philippine government bought these trains, but still has yet to use them.” (as cited in Manabat 2025).

Manabat, J. (2025, June 6). DOTr asks MRT-3 contractor to quicken review of unused Dalian trains. ABS-CBN. https://www.abs-cbn.com/news/business/2025/6/6/dotr-asks-mrt-3-contractor-to-quicken-review-of-unused-dalian-trains-1300

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TV Patrol. (2025, June 6). Hiniling ng Department of Transportation na pabilisin ang safety assessment ng mga hindi nagagamit na dalian light rail vehicles mula sa Japanese maintenance provider ng MRT-3 [Status update]. Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/tvpatrol.abscbn/videos/dotr-hiniling-sa-maintenance-provider-ng-mrt-3-na-pabilisin-ang-safety-assesment/707172781957987/

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Earth Journalism Network. (2022). Metro Manila Subway: When Right of Way Gets in the Way [Feature article with infographic/map]. Earth Journalism Network.

Earth Journalism Network. (2022, May 5). Metro Manila Subway: When Right of Way Gets in the Way [Feature article with infographic/map]. Earth Journalism Network. https://earthjournalism.net/stories/metro-manila-subway-when-right-of-way-gets-in-the-way

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Metro Manila Subway: When Right of Way Gets in the Way

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Emerrie Joy Fegarido, a guest experience representative for an international hostel chain, commutes from Novaliches to Makati daily, spending at least four hours a day going to and from work six days a week.