Back in college, when I join a student activist organization, VFA was the issue of the day. It was even the rallying call on Erap’s SONA.
My first task I remember for the campaign was to make a placard with the words “Junk VFA!.” Not really understanding the issue I followed the lead and made 10 pieces of it. I was even glad to see it spread in the LRT station at Taft Avenue.Attending the study circles let me understand why people are against the VFA.
Reading the papers today, Sen. Pangilinan’s expose/allegation on the peddling and pimping of women to U.S military is sickening.
Reminded me again why this VFA should be junked. It never sided on the people’s interest. Its a mere dole – out and muscle flex of US agenda with serious strings attached: disgracing our women and sovereignty of Pilipinas.
