Reply #2: There is an axis of evil in the Philippines [View All]

[IndianaGreen]

This troika of the military, the reactionary Catholic Church, and the elites are now split as to what to do with Arroyo. The Church has criticized Arroyo but has also chided those calling for her resignation. The military is nominally neutral, at least as of last week when one general told the troops that they are to remain out of politics. The elites are worried that Arroyo remaining in power may unleash forces that the troika won't be able to control. The last thing the troika needs is a social revolution like the one in Bolivia and Venezuela.

Arroyo's days are numbered. Her husband has already left the country after accusations of corruption. I am sure that Gloria Macapagal Arroyo will soon be joining her husband in the US.