A leader for our times

WE need a credible leader for our times. As the general elections draw ever closer, we need to choose someone who can lead the country out of its current doldrums to a development stage that we deserve. It's great to have charisma, it's important to be honest and it's also good to try hard even if one is not a genius or a superhero. But one thing is crucial: it is necessary to have a visible and credible leader who commands the respect of the people and the world.

Filipinos tend to forget the past and that is why we keep repeating the same mistakes over and over again. We joke and make light of things and matters that must be taken seriously are often disregarded or ignored. It is much easier to laugh things away. Moreover, the tendency to blame others will not make this country's problems go away. So, shouldn't a responsible leader come to the fore?