INQUIRER.net: Notes of a Fil-Am election observer

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Notes of a Fil-Am election observer May 19th 2013, 01:39 MANILA--When Fil-Ams come back to the Philippines, it's usual for us to stay with relatives, visit tourist sites (Baguio City or the beaches) and indulge in the delicious cuisine. But seldom do we engage in the political process. A college student in the Seattle, Washington area, I came this year as an International observer for the 2013 mid-term elections, via Compact-IOM. I found myself witness to a lively aspect of Filipino culture that is a space for both struggle and celebration.   As one of 30 international observers, four of us from the U.S., I was asked to document any instances of political violence and intimidation, vote buying and various illegal practices as ... Keep on reading: Notes of a Fil-Am election observer Media files: election-aeta.jpg (image/jpeg)

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