Combating terrorism at home<\/p>\n
Instead of being a token participant in President George W.
\nBush's war on terrorism in Iraq, President Gloria Macapagal
\nArroyo should realize that the Philippines can play a much more
\nsignificant role in the international effort to combat terrorism
\nby taking care of the home court, and not being part of
\nexhibition matches abroad. Our neighbors strongly feel this, and
\nfrom time to time, Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore and even
\nAustralia say as much in private to our officials. The London
\nbombings were horrific, but the reaction of British authorities
\nwas swift, well organized and level headed. They serve as a
\nreminder to all governments that in fighting terrorism, it is
\nimperative not to forget that contingency plans in case of
\nterrorist attacks need to be in place. The worst moment in a city
\nor nation's life can also be one of its finest.
\n-- Philippine Daily Inquirer, Manila<\/p>",
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