MY last column was on Feb. 9 as I recused myself from writing so my critics won’t accuse me of conflict, even while some suggested I just needed to disclose my political affiliations. I decided to take a leave to send a strong message that scruples are ingrained and others just don’t have it.

And so “Zilch” is back with The Manila Times on its usual slot, every Tuesday. We will continue to write on policy and politics as well as governance issues with the new administration coming in.

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