Monthly Archives: November 2010

LESSONS I LEARNED WHEN I WAS TEN

Posted on November 28, 2010 by Maria Ressa

Family and friends are touchstones. They mark phases of our changing selves and mirror our past to help us adapt to our future. Had a running conversation the past few days. We decided that our core selves were formed when we were much younger. Inspired me to dig out this speech I gave at a Beacon School Commencement in 2007. I hope you enjoy it. Continue reading →

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BILL CLINTON: GHOSTS FROM THE PAST

Posted on November 18, 2010 by hellokitty

For eight years, he was the world’s most powerful man, but wielding that power – at times – carried great personal costs. Now 64 years old, former US President Bill Clinton visibly aged since they last met – his face more lined and gaunt, his voice thinner. Maria Ressa interviews him in front of an audience of leaders, which represented Philippine history – former presidents Fidel Ramos and Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo, former first lady Imelda Marcos and her son Bongbong Marcos, numerous politicians and top business executives. Continue reading →

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