By Luis H. Francia
New York—I have always been somewhat mystified by the controversy over whether or not Rizal retracted on the eve of his execution—this December 30th marks the 116th anniversary. The good friars who seemed overly solicitous concerning the fate of the 35 year old’s soul put it as a matter of defending the Catholic Church against [...]
Posted: January 2nd, 2013 in Blogs,Columnists | Read More »
By Benjamin Pimentel
I came home to a nation rediscovering Rizal. From Manila to Cebu to Bohol, on the streets, in the malls, on campuses, Filipinos have been remembering and celebrating the life and times of the greatest Filipino in history. I even bought a T-shirt in Cebu. It shows Rizal with other heroes, including Andres Bonifacio, looking [...]
Posted: June 21st, 2011 in Blogs,Columnists | Read More »
