Rappler's latest stories on Ronald Mendoza
29% of local posts now occupied by 'fat' political dynasties
Ateneo School of Government Dean Ronald Mendoza says political dynasties with members simultaneously occupying more than one elective post have grown by about 1% per election period since 1988
Party switching: 'Perversion' of political system
The party-switching culture, academics say, are unhealthy in a democracy. Proposed changes to the Constitution attempt to curb this.
[OPINION] Abolishing term limits will entrench dynasties
Simply removing term limits at this point will secure the political foothold of many already fat political dynasties
[ANALYSIS] The real score on foreign direct investments
Evidence suggests that ours is a generally healthy economy, posting impressive growth, but carrying some structural flaws
Professors, scholars launch signature campaign vs constituent assembly
(UPDATED) With at least 79 signatories as of 7 am of July 14, the manifesto also condemns talks of cancelling the 2019 elections
Bangsamoro region will fail if dynasties are not banned, lawmakers told
Ateneo School of Government dean Ronald Mendoza says 3 out of the 5 poorest provinces in the country are in the Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao and have a high share of 'fat dynasties'
Experts suggest compromise for Congress: Regulate, not ban, dynasties
Having family members in office all at the same time could be prohibited, while having family members serving one after another could be allowed
Duterte infra: Bigger, more imperial and China-linked
With increased ambition could there also be more risk?
Why you should care about ASEAN integration
From working or studying abroad to traveling more overseas to having a better job these are ways the ASEAN integration can personally affect you
PH needs strong institutions to overcome 'trust deficit'
Ateneo School of Government dean Ronald Mendoza says people need to trust in their leaders and institutions for reforms to take root
'Narconomics': Lessons for the Philippines' war vs drugs
Lowering the age of criminality in the Philippines should be reconsidered Throwing children in jail cells with hardened criminals may actually strengthen drug lords’ ability to recruit fresh talent – hardening youth who could have otherwise been saved from a life of crime and drugs
Tax cuts as campaign promise? Overhaul tax system, economists say
While two presidential candidates promise outright tax exemptions economists say a comprehensive overhaul is more sustainable and feasible
#PHVote: The rise of 'fat dynasties'
In a forum organized by the Ateneo School of Government experts say political dynasties are one of the reasons why economic growth remains slow
5 candidates with only 1 policy platform?
The presidential candidates’ policy positions indicate a surprising degree of similarity on many fronts
Senator Nancy Binay, you got it wrong
Citizens reaction to Senator Nancy Binay statement reflects a growing concern over the threat to meritocracy in our political system
Economic competitiveness under Aquino
The Philippines has effectively arrested its historical decades long decline Now is the time for greater ambition as well as policies and investments to bring the Philippines to the next level
Is the LTFRB Uber-reacting?
A better understanding of the economics of the taxi industry suggests that LTFRB may be targeting the wrong issue here
Urban decay threatens hot Philippine economy
Many infrastructure projects take up 3 administrations to finish and with Aquino s term in its last stretch an expert says a multi administration plan is needed to solve infrastructure woes
#SONA2014: Join the conversation
Be a part of SONA2014 through Rappler s online conversation and live blog beginning 2pm of July 28 Monday Philippine Standard Time
Democrazy
All of Asia must address inequality in its various forms Otherwise prepare for more democrazy
Matuwid na Daan: Just another bubble?
Are we winning the fight against corruption? And if so how can we sustain this beyond 2016?
IN PHOTOS: Music, beauty and red carpet fashion in Luxewear
Summer black tie events will see sexy sporty flowy and colorful creations
Just let the people decide
The voice of the people actually leans toward change but the choices are very much limited
PH income below investment grade countries' average
Despite upgrading the Philippines to investment grade Fitch Ratings notes that incomes remains below the average
People power or dynasty power?
What causes concern here is that political dynasties in the Philippines thrive in regions with relatively higher poverty lower human development and more severe deprivation
Dissecting the vote on the RH bill
The results are striking given that the regions that may need this law the most at least according to the economic argument and evidence may actually have less solons supporting the bill
Daring greatly
Much needed reforms need to ensure citizens’ empowerment through freedom of information the promotion of free and fair competition policy and the implementation of investment incentives
Chinese army speaks on Scarborough standoff
The Chinese army vows to ensure the country s maritime rights and interests
South China Sea: The heavy price of conflict
If they would contemplate conflict decision makers should also consider its costs Any conflict in this region will cost the countries involved the Asian region and the world dearly
Dynasties in democracies: The political side of inequality
Either poor people continue to vote for political dynasties or dynasties continue to frustrate poverty reduction efforts
Mathematics and economic pie
Growth targets are not enough We need a more inclusive market economy
