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November 22, 2011

Philippine Graft Problem Goes Beyond Arroyo

Mynardo Macaraig, AFP

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Political analysts say that, while the determination of Aquino and his aides to hold Arroyo to account signals a good intention to fight graft, they have not yet taken the major reforms needed to dig out the roots of corruption.

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TAGGED: Gloria Arroyo, Benigno Aquino, Philippines

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