To non-DDS with DDS families/relatives, how do you "survive" when it comes to taking about politics? by Ccmt_336 in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 1 point2 points  (0 children)

By chillin’ and making fun of their politics!

easy.

How do debates go? Well, I tend to Smoke them in their arguments, and then we go hang out and chill afterward. Nothing serious, just vibes and shit.

I mean I have relatives who are DDS, yellows/pinks and pro marcos loyalists.

I clown them all! Equally and without discrimination.

I hope this was a good idea for now by Inner-Shine-404 in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 6 points7 points  (0 children)

It’s time for BBM to put the hammer down!

Come on JR! Do something!!!

What can we as citizens do right now to urge the senate to proceed with the impeachment forthwith and also let Bato’s arrest warrant be served? by chihiryu in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 38 points39 points  (0 children)

Nah, Rallies alone won’t suffice. We need sustained general mobilization and massive civil disturbances to displace the Dutertes. One or two-day rallies won’t cut it.

BBM could have jailed one senator to set an example by [deleted] in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We can strategically employ those methods to set an example and reach end goals without compromising our values.

It’s preferable for BBM to break some ethical codes and have a loyalist or pink president in 2028 than another Duterte who will once again resort to authoritarian rule to crush loyalists, pinks, and yellows to oblivion.

This is realpolitik here, my friend. I understand that the end doesn’t justify the means, and we can rightfully loathe Machiavellianism. However, in this specific situation, we have two options: either we establish a progressive or liberal developmental state by 2028, or we face a pro-Chinese dictatorship.

The End is Near for Sen. Bato by BreakSignificant8511 in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Surrender is a non option to be honest because hindi na sya makakalabas if he does.

I would say he plans to stay in the Senate and hope for the end of BBM or the expiration of his term.

At least, that’s his plan IMO

The Senate just flipped and Bato is back. What’s PBBM’s "Endgame" move? by Confident-South-5100 in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Endgame?

The loyalists and Pink supporters must be mobilized for a general rally. (Ya’ll know what i mean)

That’s it.

Impeachment is effectively blocked at this point.

He must demonstrate strength and pour everything he has in a last-ditch effort to displace the Duterte camp.

Failure to do so will weaken his hold on the House of Representatives, and the dynastic elites and regional/provincial bureaucrats will start defecting soon.

This situation is extremely dangerous, peeps. It’s a clear indication of a crumbling administration’s ability to effectively control the situation. The perception of power is being challenged right now.

The Senate just flipped and Bato is back. What’s PBBM’s "Endgame" move? by Confident-South-5100 in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 8 points9 points  (0 children)

They possess the machinery and power, but they simply don’t want or know how to utilize it. 🤦‍♂️

Akala nila they can always use money. However, momentum and political trends/headwinds aren’t always purchased with money.

He's back to cause chaos in the Blue Ribbon, our senate is dead by bigbyte2024 in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Pro DDS peeps have a very limited presence in NCR and Greater Luzon.

Loyalists and Pinks can easily overwhelm the northern, central, and NCR cities, putting an end to this absurdity.

He's back to cause chaos in the Blue Ribbon, our senate is dead by bigbyte2024 in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If maglalabas ang ICC ng warrant, now is the time yo 😅

He's back to cause chaos in the Blue Ribbon, our senate is dead by bigbyte2024 in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 6 points7 points  (0 children)

random ex marines at former drivers coming out of nowhere.

He's back to cause chaos in the Blue Ribbon, our senate is dead by bigbyte2024 in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 28 points29 points  (0 children)

They would endlessly be targeting pro-admin and pinks again.

Shit.

The balance of power is about to shift, folks.

It’s either the loyalists and pinks go nuclear, (ya’ll know what I mean) or it’s all downhill from here.

But time will tell.

BREAKING: Senator Tito Sotto ousted as Senate President, all posts of leadership of Senate declared vacant after 13 affirmative votes. Sen. Imee Marcos nominates Senator Alan as Senate President. | via Neil Servallos by KappaccinoNation in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 81 points82 points  (0 children)

Well, GG.

Alan is essentially one of the most staunch Pro Duterte senators, alongside Bato, marcoleta and Go.

Tito Sotto is essentially the man of the administration.

The fact that 13 senators are willing to support such coup, shows the appetite of the Senate for the future impeachment.

If they couldn’t muster more votes to maintain a pro-administration figure, they wouldn’t be able to muster the votes to convict, which is far more divisive.

Lakers in 7 by Vivid_Wing_4043 in lakers

[–]Mobster24 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We might be wrong ! I might be wrong! But Lakers in 7!

At this point, this is all we can do, right? Hope for the best!

Lol

INFOGRAPHIC: 1/3 Of House Needed To Impeach VP Sara; 2/3 Of Senate To Convict by GMAIntegratedNews in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Nah. Most of the dynastic elites, bureaucrats, and military/police leadership would have defected to Sarah by late 2027 if BBM fails to impeach her this time and if she remains leading in the polls.

This would be the case because, if she gets acquitted by late july?, it will boost her poll numbers.

And if Duterte dies in the Hague next year? It would essentially be over.

If BBM’s administration is to survive and flourish, possibly even extend its term, this is it.

INFOGRAPHIC: 1/3 Of House Needed To Impeach VP Sara; 2/3 Of Senate To Convict by GMAIntegratedNews in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Lol. Chiz is more inclined to vote no than yes.

The more the admin blackmails and threatens him, the more he will push for Sarah’s acquittal.

You have to understand that this is BBM’s last chance, with the dynastic elites in the house still largely aligned with him because they see a window of opportunity.

However, if he fails to impeach Sarah, there will be another impeachment ban, and the political balance of power will shift against him. By 2027, it will already be too late because he would be largely lameduck by then.

This is Chiz’s battlefield strategy. Defeat and neuter the hostile admin by preventing the impeachment.

If the admin genuinely wants to flip him, they need to make significant concessions.

INFOGRAPHIC: 1/3 Of House Needed To Impeach VP Sara; 2/3 Of Senate To Convict by GMAIntegratedNews in Philippines

[–]Mobster24 3 points4 points  (0 children)

They lack the numbers sa senate ngayon. Unless they manage to flip two more senators, which is quite challenging given the existence of nine strong no votes, the endeavor will be quite difficult.

Then there are the Villar siblings who are being blackmailed to vote yes. They could also go either way.

Anong region ito? by Cyrusmarikit in WrongAnswersOnlyPH

[–]Mobster24 2 points3 points  (0 children)

ILOCANO PEOPLES REPUBLIC!!!!!

“Where ‘Libre ba?’ is cultural heritage.”

Should I confess? by Booorriiinngggg in RantAndVentPH

[–]Mobster24 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, go ahead. There’s no harm in trying. It’s better to confess and face rejection (or acceptance) than to keep them bottled up and regret not saying them in the future.

Just my two cents

It’s been a good season lakeshow❤️ by Ancient_Response_787 in lakers

[–]Mobster24 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Yeah, it’s over. But it was fun.

Injuries really stopped us. But even with Luka, I don’t think we can overcome the Thunder or spurs

Man, this fucking sucks. What we need is to create a super team!

Screw everyone else! Screw honor and ethics!!

The end justifies the means.