04/11/2024
Declaring war on a 5-headed-hydra monster
By Pastor Apollo C. Quiboloy | November 3, 2024
The five-headed-hydra monster (laziness, CPP-NPA-NDF, drugs, corruption, and poverty), with the body of criminality, is attacking the Philippines. One brave man, possessing enough integrity—like a knight in shining armor with a sword—will fight this monster to protect the nation. His name is Pastor Apollo C. Quiboloy.
The hero single-handedly attacked and fought against the five-headed monster day in and day out to drive it away from the Philippines. He warned the monster, "I will surely cut off your head."
The brave Filipino man surreptitiously climbed up the neck of the five-headed monster and cut off its head with his sharp sword.
With all his might, our hero successfully cut off the heads of laziness, CPP-NPA-NDF, drugs, corruption, and poverty, thereby causing the demise of the body of criminality.
Filipinos are celebrating because their hero saved them from the monster of laziness, CPP-NPA-NDF, drugs, corruption, and poverty, all of which contributed to criminality in the Philippines.
Finally, the Philippines achieved its national policy: 1 Vision, 1 Philippines, an agenda for a first-world country where there is peace, prosperity, and stability (PPS).
The 5-headed-hydra monster is a powerful metaphor for the enduring and deep-seated challenges that have overshadowed the Philippines for decades, impeding the country's journey toward peace, prosperity, and stability. Each of the monster's five heads represents a specific and persistent enemy of the state that must be conquered to transform the Philippines into a thriving first-world nation.
The phrase "5-headed-hydra monster" is a metaphor derived from Greek mythology, specifically referencing the Lernaean Hydra. The Hydra was a serpent-like creature with multiple heads, and for each head that was cut off, two more would grow back. It symbolizes a complex and difficult problem that seems to worsen as attempts are made to resolve it.
In the context of a "5-headed-hydra monster", it likely represents a formidable and multi-faceted challenge or threat that has five distinct parts or aspects. Defeating such a monster suggests overcoming a series of interconnected and persistent problems. The use of "five heads" emphasizes the scale and complexity of the difficulty.
1. CPP-NPA-NDF
The first head symbolizes the Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP), New People's Army (NPA), and National Democratic Front (NDF). These groups have long contributed to internal unrest and instability, threatening national security and undermining economic growth. To achieve lasting peace, decisive action must be taken to neutralize this insurgency, address root causes, and establish firm government authority throughout the nation.
Senatoriable Apollo C. Quiboloy proposes a multifaceted solution. One significant strategy is to develop a National Highway System that will connect even the remotest barangays through a network of highways and thoroughfares. This plan will be implemented by the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH), aiming to break geographic isolation, facilitate economic growth, and ensure the government’s presence in every corner of the country. By improving accessibility and infrastructure, the hope is to reduce the appeal of insurgency and foster national unity and progress.
Additionally, to aid in the reintegration of former insurgents who surrender, Pastor Quiboloy will create job opportunities to help them transition into productive roles in society. Examples include employing surrenderees as security guards or peacekeepers in world-class, first-world-standard accommodations at various tourist spots across the Philippines and globally. These enhanced tourism facilities will open numerous employment opportunities, providing a dignified and constructive path for reintegration while also boosting the tourism industry and ensuring the safety and security of visitors.
2. Drugs and Drug Lords
The second head of the initiative targets the menace of illegal drugs and the syndicates that propagate this crisis. Drug lords and their networks not only destroy lives but also corrupt institutions and erode public trust in governance.
Pastor Quiboloy envisions a comprehensive crackdown on the drug menace, vowing to prosecute any government official complicit in protecting or enabling these criminals. To combat this threat effectively, Pastor Quiboloy proposes the establishment of a Truth Commission that will oversee and expose the extent of drug-related corruption. This commission will operate with the same rigor applied to tackling graft and corruption, ensuring accountability at all levels of government.
Furthermore, strict penalties will be enforced for those found guilty of facilitating drug operations or engaging in corrupt practices.
Community Responsibility for Rehabilitation. Under the revised Oplan Tokhang, families of drug addicts will have a primordial duty to surrender their loved ones to rehabilitation programs. This initiative aims to address the issue of addiction at its roots, emphasizing that families play a critical role in the recovery process. To ensure compliance, penalties will be imposed on relatives who fail to fulfill this responsibility. This may include community service or mandatory participation in educational programs about the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of rehabilitation.
This revised Oplan Tokhang will work hand-in-hand with law enforcement agencies to ensure a coordinated effort in both rehabilitation and the crackdown on drug syndicates. Community members will be encouraged to report suspected drug-related activities, fostering a culture of vigilance and accountability.
By prioritizing the rehabilitation of individuals and holding families accountable, alongside targeting drug lords and their networks, the Oplan Tokhang aims to create a holistic approach to eradicating the drug menace in our society.
3. Corruption stands as the third head of this monstrous affliction that plagues our nation. It is a pervasive and insidious force, siphoning resources away from public welfare and development. Corruption is a major problem that drains resources meant for public welfare and development.
We will take strong action against corruption through the Truth Commission. Anyone found guilty of corrupt practices will face serious consequences, including permanent disqualification or life ban from public office.
Aiming for Clean Government: Zero Corruption with KOJC as a Model. We need to push for a clean government—one free from corruption. The Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) serves as a great example of what this can look like. Politicians who stand against this movement will be called Anti-Filipinos. They are the slaves of yesterday who have become the tyrants of today. Their slavic disposition and mentality of indios show that there is no nobility in them; when offered money, they suddenly become corrupt and greedy.
4. Poverty
The fourth head embodies poverty, described as a form of slavery that must be eradicated to achieve national peace, prosperity and stability (PPS). Prosperity equates to freedom, and lifting Filipinos out of poverty is paramount. Through sustainable economic initiatives and opportunities for all, the goal is to empower citizens, granting them the dignity of self-reliance, self-sufficiency, and economic independence.
Inclusivity: Emphasizing the need for opportunities for all, especially for those in lower socio-economic classes (like Class D and E), underlines the importance of targeted programs such as job training programs, microfinance options, and community development projects.
Breaking the Cycle of Poverty: Addressing basic needs—food, healthcare, and education—is essential for empowering individuals. When these needs are met, individuals are better positioned to seek employment, improve their skills, and contribute to their communities.
By ensuring access to education, for instance, future generations can be equipped with the tools needed to escape poverty. Health care access ensures that individuals can work and thrive without being burdened by medical costs, which often trap families in poverty.
5. Laziness
The fifth and final head is laziness, a mindset that perpetuates the cycle of poverty and criminality. Even if all other problems are addressed, a culture of idleness can undermine progress.
Pastor Quiboloy proposes a transformative approach: creating employment opportunities for those who are jobless.
One key initiative is the National Cleanliness Drive, overseen by the National Commission for National Cleanliness (NCNC). This program will employ jobless Filipinos to maintain cleanliness across the nation, based on the principle that a dirty environment invites crime.
Local Government Units (LGUs) will support and augment these efforts, ensuring every corner of the Philippines is safe, clean, and conducive to a higher quality of life.
Together, these five adversaries form a formidable obstacle. Still, by slaying each head of this metaphorical hydra, Pastor Quiboloy envisions a Philippines that is peaceful, prosperous, and stable (PPS). In this nation, every citizen has the opportunity to thrive and contribute to a brighter future.
