Our second lecture is about "The Culture of Medicine" by Prof. Felipe Jocano, Jr., an anthropologist in the University of the Philippines, Diliman. Prof. Jocano says that the Medical profession is a cultural system because it is a community of practitioners bound by shared beliefs and practices.
You may ask, What is Culture? It is a set of beliefs, rules of behavior and customary behaviors maintained, practiced and transmitted in a society (Hahn, 1995). It is the guidelines inherited or transmitted through generations as part of society, an inherited lens which is symbolic. But for purposes of discussion, we know for a fact that individuals have the freedom to choose, consciously or subconsciously, among the options presented to him by society.
The medical profession, as a cultural system, sprung out from the beliefs and assumptions, whether medical or traditional, in the models of explanations practiced or operationalized by doctors or traditional healers, which may be reproduced.
By virtue of such abilities, doctors are called upon to perform all sorts of things beyond their profession. It is interesting to note that, in the provinces, oftentimes, they are urged to run for a position in government, to be able to serve the people on a wider scope.
What struck me the most in his lecture is the thought of Michel Foucault about the rise of the Medical Gaze, in which he says that the human body is an object and subject to institutional power of the medical profession.
Come to think of it, Foucault is right in saying such. We subject our own bodies to tests; we let the doctors poke their gadgets on our bodies to see whether there's something wrong with us; and other similar experiences. Our bodies are conceived as mechanisms, thus the mechanical metaphors such as the medicines used for "maintenance" or on "maintenance mode".
On the other hand, traditional medicine is still rooted from culture. Pasma, a culturally defined illness is an example of such, which bio-med is urged to explain. More often than not, it's traditional medicine is anchored on harmony between forces (a balance of entities) - hot and cold syndrome, human and non-human interventions, circular model of time (panahon), and seasons of the year.
Prof Jocano says that we can conclude that Bio Medicine is linear and mechanistic oriented while Traditional Medicine is diffused and is based on relationship and balance; but the similarity of the two is that they view the illness similarly, through manifestation and attributes of the illness and the contextual relation and rational for decision-making.
Last June 5, my cousin and her friends went on vacation in Bantayan Island, Cebu. What should have been a perfect and wonderful experience turned into sort of a nightmare. Don't get me wrong; they enjoyed everything in Bantayan, the view, the beach, the food, except for the resort where they've stayed - Budyong Resort - where they were scammed. (click here to find out why their stay became a nightmare!)
Starbucks launches its newest addition to your favorite ice blended coffee - the Dark Roast Coffee Jelly. This July 2, Starbucks is excited to introduce Dark Roast Coffee Jelly as an enjoyable addition to your iced beverage that will be sure to liven up your day in a fun and exciting way.
This rich dark coffee treat is for me because unlike the other drinks, this frappuccino isn't that sweet!
Scrumptious, aroma-rich, velvety smooth and exciting to drink, Dark Roast Coffee Jelly is made with Starbucks® premium Dark Roast coffee to create a flavor and aroma that is deep and delicious in every cup. Dark Roast Coffee Jelly can be added to any iced beverage as a creative way to enjoy your coffee. Delicious new handcrafted beverages to try include:
Already a preferred taste sensation in Japan, Starbucks is excited to offer this new coffee experience to Philippine customers. When united with the creamy texture and taste of the original Starbucks Frappuccino® Blended Coffee, or the icy cool Caffe Latte, Dark Roast Coffee Jelly creates a revitalizing taste that is perfect for an afternoon delight.
In addition to the drinks that will be launched, Starbucks will also make available new set of merchandise. One of which is the Twist Tumbler - "8 oz. tumblers that twist in three places to change the head, middle and bottom part of each character."
1.) 24K directed by Ana Agabin Manok is a middle-class treasure hunter who’s been digging for Japanese treasure for years. He and his companions are in the final stage of their current site in the mountains of Suyo, Ilocos Sur, an area reputed as a Japanese stronghold during World War II. All the signs at their site indicate that they are certain to find treasure. With their resources nearly depleted, Manok convinces his godfather in marriage, Freddie, to finance the rest of their operations. Manok, Freddie, and another friend, Boyet, journey back to the site hoping that, as their medium predicted, they will find gold before Manok’s wife gives birth in a month’s time.
Getting back to the site turns out to be more difficult than expected. Manok and his companions manage to make it back to the site but in the process stir up some trouble in the community. Soon, mysterious things happen at the site. With each of them becoming more and more paranoid, Manok struggles to keep the group intact long enough to unearth the treasure that he believes is just within their reach.
2.) Ang Nerseri (The Nursery) by Vic Acedillo, Jr. Cocoy ,12, takes on a great responsibility of taking care of his older siblings while his mother, Mai, goes to the province to get money to pay the expensive hospital bills for her three mentally sick children. His mother is gone for two weeks and Cocoy’s struggle in managing his personal, school and home life is a nerve-racking challenge. In the end he faces truth and life head-on as he fights for his own sanity.
3.) Ang Panggagahasa kay Fe by Alvin Yapan
A husband's love is put to the test when baskets of black fruits kept appearing mysteriously by Fe's doorstep. A wife's loyalty becomes oppressive as a younger lover, Arturo, offers a fantasy for escape. Caught in a society where violence still remains unimaginably real and covertly present, could the imagined be real enough for a woman to assure her survival?
4.) Astig (Mga Batang Kalye) by GB Sampedro
ASTIG (Mga Batang Kalye), written by multi-awarded writer Jerry B. Gracio, produced by Noel Ferrer and directed by GB Sampedro is an episodic tale of four young men whose stories parallel and contrast with the landmarks and various images of Manila. It tells the story of Ariel, a conman who has to leave his girlfriend upon learning that she is in love with him; Boy, an expectant young father who has to sell his body to pay his wife's hospital bill; Ronald, a Chinese mestizo who is coming to grips with his identity; and Baste, an overly protective son of an OFW who has to avenge his sister. The film tells the stories of the tough guys of Manila and their resolve to survive the dirt and filth of the "Distinguished and Ever Loyal City."
5.) Colorum by Jon Steffan Ballesteros Two people. Simon a promising young cop working part-time as a driver of one of the many “undocumented” and ‘illegal’ FX taxis in the metro. And Pedro, a 70 year old ex-convict. An unfortunate incident forces the two together to embark on a road trip across the Historic Philippine East Coast.
But, what was expected as an escape route doomed to be a domino of crime begetting crime, becomes a wagon of life choices to them and to the people they meet. The film takes a look at the paradox of the human condition, and the “grayscale” morality that is today’s Philippines.
6.) Dinig Sana Kita by Mike Sandejas
The film is a love story between a Deaf boy who loves to dance and a troubled rocker girl who abuses her hearing. One lives in the world of solitude and silence, the other in noise and fear. Crossing paths in a Baguio camp that mixes Deaf and hearing kids, both find that they have more in common with each other including a love for music.
DINIG SANA KITA is the first Filipino film to have a Deaf Actor in a Lead role. Romalito Mallari is a Deaf performer that has played several stage productions as actor and/or dancer. It also features several Deaf actors in the cast and ensemble.
7.) Engkwentro by Pepe Diokno
Richard and Raymond are two teenage brothers in Davao City. Richard is the leader of his gang, "Bagong Buwan," while Raymond is just being inducted into rival gang, "Batang Dilim." Complications at a deadly midnight engkwentro (square-off), when Raymond is given the task of killing his older brother. Meanwhile, the Davao Death Squad lurks the streets. This real-life vigilante group is allegedly backed by the city mayor and responsible for many unsolved murders of teen gangsters. Today, they are hunting down Richard. Will they take the younger brother, too?
8.) Last Supper No. 3 by Veronica Velasco and Jinky Laurel
Based on a true story, Last Supper No. 3 is a humorous look at the circuitous path our legal system takes to justice. Assistant Production Designer Wilson Nañawa is tasked to look for a Last Supper to use as a prop for a TV commercial. He finds three, but loses the one owned by Gareth Pugeda. What happens next changes Wilson forever as he spends the next two years entangled in bureaucracy and red tape facing estafa and serious physical injury charges. How will this ordinary man fare against a system he knows nothing about? Will justice prevail for Wilson? Or will he be imprisoned for the loss of Last Supper No. 3?
9.) Mangatyanan (The Blood Trail) by Jerrold Tarog
HIMALAYA “Laya” MARQUEZ has never had a complete dream since she was 12. Something always wakes her up at night. That something used to be her father, the famous photographer DANILO MARQUEZ, whose constant sexual abuse of Laya tore her family apart. Now, at 27, Laya possesses a cold exterior that hides torrents of pain. Working as a travel photographer, Laya is sent to Isabela to capture a rare harvest ritual called Mangatyanan by the Labwanan tribe. What Laya finds there, however, is a severely dwindled group held together by their desperate leader MANG RENATO. Soon Laya senses a strong connection between the tribe’s predicament and her own troubled life. Events spiral out of control as the Mangatyanan crumbles under Mang Renato’s desperate grip and Laya is forced to flee. But something happens that brings her face-to-face with her own demons. Will she finally confront her past or will she keep running?
10.) Sanglaan by Milo Sogueco Sanglaan looks at seemingly simple relationships and uncomplicated events happening in a very mundane institution. A religious and single-minded businesswoman with a losing proposition, afraid of old age. A timid, vulnerable girl hopelessly in love with a high school crush. A security guard whose wife has a fragile heart. A charming and mysterious seaman just passing through. And a loan shark who won’t take “no” for an answer. These are some of the characters that populate the milieu of Sanglaan, a light, funny, poignant and very Pinoy story about hope and redemption.
Cinemalaya 2009 will be held from July 17 to 26, 2009 at the Cultural Center of the Philippines (CCP) along Roxas Boulevard, Manila. The awards night will be held on July 26, 2009.
One of my General Education (GE) courses this semester is my last and definitely not the least Math, Science and Technology (MST) subject I am taking - Science, Technology and Society (STS) under Fidel Nemenzo, a UP Professor of Mathematics, son of former UP President Dodong Nemenzo.
Even though we're not that far through the semester, I can already say that I will enjoy and learn a lot from this class. Our sessions are stand-alone, with different deans, professors and experts in their own fields, giving us lectures on different timely and interesting topics.
Last Friday, the Dean of the College of Science, Dr. Caesar Saloma, PhD, gave us an interesting lecture on Science, Technology and Society. He explored basic questions such as "What is Science?, What is Scientific Theory?, How do we test theories?," to the most debatable and up to date issues such as, "How does the brain work?, What's the connection between the brain and the mind?," etc.
Surely, we learned that there is a greater need to invest more in Science and Scientific infrastructure because of the study that says that there is a correlation between scientific research and the wealth of a nation.
Dean Saloma says that the greater the intangible capital, meaning the human capital, with trust in the people, society and the rule of law, the greater the chance of the nation progressing and prospering, even if it has no natural resources.
He adds that it is through investing in education, research and development, working for a stable rule of law, and a business-friendly environment that we will realize this dream.
The College of Science of the University of the Philippines is at the forefront of generating more researches, being productive, and giving back to the country, says Saloma. With the Php 1.7 Billion Science Complex project, this investment will help UP boost its competence in Science, research and development, and be able to excel in the different fields of science, and may claim to be the bulwark of research and scientific discoveries in the country.
What the university needs right now are more PhD graduates who'll go back to the university and continue their work, and at the same time, impart their skills to the young ones, who are supposedly the hope of this country.
A survey was conducted to Ateneo students with regard to the passing of House Resolution 1109 and amending the constitution. The objectives of the study are as follows:
(1) To determine whether Ateneans believe that amending the constitution is necessary.
(2) To determine the Ateneans’ view regarding the primary purpose of pushing Charter Change now
(3) To determine whether Ateneans would want to shorten, lengthen or not change the terms of the following officials: President, Vice President, Senators and Congressmen.
The survey was conducted for 3 days over June 16 to 18, 2009 using self-administered surveys of 367 Ateneo students. The number of students per year level per school was in proportion to the total population of school year 2008-09.
Results/Conclusions
The results show that 55.0% of the respondents are aware that HR 1109 has recently been passed on June 2, 2009. 65.8% of these people do not agree with the passing of the house resolution while only 11.4% express agreement. Moreover, the results show that 22.8% are undecided. Results continue to show negative popularity of the resolution as 65.8% of those who are aware of the HR 1109 passage think that its primary purpose is to extend the terms of the incumbent officials. A good proportion of 19.3% think it is for improvement of the political system of the country while 10.4% believe it is for creation of economic reforms.
The survey also asked students whether they will support amending the Constitution or Charter Change after the 2010 elections. 43.9% of the sample says that they are undecided of their stand come Cha-cha in the future. 34.3% disagree with supporting Cha-cha while only 21.8% agree. The results also show that of the 367 respondents, 15.5% do not agree with Charter Change right now and in the future (after elections) while 10.1% do not agree with Cha-cha at this time but will support it after the elections. 5.2% support Cha-cha anytime; that is, now or in the future.
Lastly, the Ateneans were also asked whether they prefer to shorten, lengthen or have the terms of government officials as it is. The question was asked for the president, vice president, senators and congressmen respectively. For all officials, it is preferred that their terms remain as it is. 70.0% agree to retain the president’s six years, no re-election and the vice president’s six years, one re-election terms. 68.4% do not want a change in terms for the Senators which is six years and one re- election. 67.8% prefer the same term for a congressman which is three years and two re-elections.
"Mafbex, is the first quality and food and beverages show of Worldbex Services International exclusively dedicated to the suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, retailers and small scale player of food and beverage products to meet the needs of the rising demands of the food service and hospitality industry."
Celebrity Chef Bobby Chinn flew from Vietnam and will be attending Mafbex events. Mafbex is at the World Trade Center, from June 18-21, from 10am to 8pm.
Earlier today, I renewed my driver's license at the LTO Licensing Satellite Office in Robinson's Novaliches. Believe it or not, I had it done for only 40 minutes! Would you imagine that? The good part, there are no fixers or under the table happening! Oh, I see a lot of hope for our country here.
STEP 1 - Fill out the Driver's License Renewal Form (DON'T FORGET YOUR TIN #)
STEP 2 - Pay 400 pesos for Drug Test + Medical Test
STEP 3 - Collect Urine Sample + Sign Waiver
STEP 4 - Have your Photo and Finger Prints taken
STEP 5 - Medical Test (Read through an Eye test/ Weight/ Blood Pressure)
STEP 6 - Have your Photo and Signature taken for your Driver's License
STEP 7 - Pay Php 492.63 for your Driver's License
STEP 8 - Get your Renewed Driver's License after 5-10 minutes
In all of the process, I really don't get STEP 4. I wonder (and I'm really suspicious) why they would need to take your photo twice, and at this point, all of your finger prints of all your fingers on both left and right hand? You tell me.
After your drug and medical tests, and waiting (most part on the drug and medical tests), presto, you have your license done! :)
A box of Krispy Kreme fell from the heavens and landed right on my doorstep. I thought it was for me...but after I saw the card that came with it, the fact is that it's for my dad, for Father's day! The sugar and spice of fatherhood, eh? Classic Peanut Butter & Stripes doughnut, specially for fathers, is what's new and cool about Krispy Kreme from June 09 to 30.
The yummy treat is made with peanut butter kreme and the classic Reese's Peanut Butter that definitely adds "dad-pleasing" factor to this decadent doughnut. Topped with graham cracker crunch and striped with caramel or chocolate, no kid, or dad for that matter, can resist.
I would really love one cup of steaming hot rich coffee right now to go with the doughnut..I'm sure, my dad would share with the whole family that little "gift" he has, right dad? Oh, don't we all just wish that there would also be sons and daughters days? Ain't that cool, huh? ;)
The UP Diliman University Student Council, with the help of the UP Health Service, seeks to equip every iskolar ng bayan with the information (facts and preventive measures) one needs in the event of WHO raising Alert Level 6 Pandemic because of AH1N1 Flu virus. Please read and spread to all people. Thanks!
The "Accountability, not cha-cha" poster, placed strategically outside the College of Law, UP Diliman, and right where cars going around the Academic Oval can see clearly, was put up last week by the College as a statement to ponder upon. Technorati Tags:College of Law, Law Statement, Accountability, Charter Change, Academic Oval, UP
I wonder who would dare to try and sing their order in any fast food chain in the Philippines?
"Random Acts, Island Styles," the newest project of Family Life Education Pasefika (FLEP), a pacific health organization based in Auckland, New Zealand, sang their order at a McDonald branch to the tune of...Mraz' I'm Yours.
The group performs random acts of drama & music out and about in the community, using various media including music, drama, dance and arts to enhance dialogue with Pacific communities with which they work. FLEP works in intermediate, secondary & tertiary institutions promoting a positive view of sexual health & well being.
The other day, Stephen sent me this YouTube link. I easily fell in love with the video. I really like how they did it. Here are some reasons why people don't go to church... So, what's your reason?
As for me, I look forward to every Sunday, worshiping and being with Him. I lift to him all my problems and the problems of this nation. I know, in time, He'll bless us with a great leader who will lead and shape our country to a better future and state.
Earlier today, Ako Mismo left posters and Dog Tags in the University Student Council, and asked us to invite people to the June 12 Dog Tag Day/ Concert of Ako Mismo. As a council, I doubt that we will be able to agree upon promoting the said event; though, I think that they've given the same letter and invites to organizations around UP-Diliman. My sentiments stay the same, no one has cleared it up to me yet. Also, there are rumors that circulate saying that Vice President Noli de Castro has something to do with the campaign; besides that of an inside source from PLDT who says that it's their project to increase their subscribers. Again, the call is really good and noble, but I have my own qualms regarding this. Regardless, kudos and good luck! I might drop by the concert. :)
Earlier today, the USC went around the UP Diliman dorms to invite dormers and fellow iskolars ng bayan to attend the press conference at 1pm in Quezon Hall, and the protest actions following thereafter in either Makati or Katipunan against GMA's Charter Change moves.
The UPD University Student Council invites every iskolar ng bayan, and the Filipino people, to participate in protests tomorrow against GMA's ConAss. There will be a press conference tomorrow 1pm at the Quezon Hall, UP Diliman. We will go to Makati after to join other groups. Students may also go to TindigNation, a protest concert and mass action along Katipunan with ADMU, Miriam and UP students, farmers and other groups. Tayo'y tumindig at magkaisa laban sa ChaCha ni Gloria! Junk Con-Ass, Oust GMA!
Last Saturday I attended a forum by the Center for Philippine Futuristics, where Dean Pacifico A. Agabin, Chair of the Constitutional Law Department of the Philippine Judicial Academy gave his presentation on "The Pros and Cons of Charter Change: Resolving the Controversy."
The forum was moderated by Mr. Gil A. Santos, and the reactors were Atty. Jose Malvar of the Citizens Crime Watch, Mr. Jude Esguerra, Executive Director of the Institute for Popular Democracy, Ms. Leah Navarro, Spokesperson of the Black and White Movement, and Justice Manuel Lolong Lazaro, former Secretary of President Marcos.
By way of Introduction, Dean Agabin read a short paper he wrote and submitted to the House of Representatives. After what had happened regarding the railroading of HR1109, apparently, he said, "they didn't read my paper."
"I believe that it is a laudable move for the Committee (on Constitutional Revision) to await a Supreme Court ruling on these issues, notwithstanding that its Members, most of whom are lawyers, have their own opinion on these questions. As lawyers, the Committee Members would like to make sure that the moves they will take will be stamped with legitimacy by the Supreme Court."
"Legitimacy in the House," as it is aptly entitled, gives "three distinct concepts of legitimacy" in context of Constitutional Law, regardless whether it concerns the House, the Supreme Court, or even the Executive.
First is legal, then sociological, then moral legitimacy. He says that "when legitimacy functions as a legal concept, it is gauged by legal norms. As a sociological concept, a constitutional act is legitimate insofar as it is deserving of respect by the citizenry. The last criteria is moral, which refers to the moral justification for claims of authority asserted in the name of the law [See Richard Fallon, Jr., 'Legitimacy and the Constitution, 118 Harvard Law Review 1789 (2005)]."
"Legal or judicial legitimacy can be stamped by the Supreme Court. That is its primary function. But, as representatives of the people, the Members of the Committee know very well that legitimacy in constitutional law does not stand on the single foundation of judicial (or legal) legitimacy. It rests much more on sociological legitimacy or acceptance of the people. The U.S. Supreme Court realized this very well when it said:
"The Court cannot buy support for its decisions by spending money and, except to a minor degree, it cannot independently coerce obedience to its decrees. The Court's power lies, rather, in its legitimacy, a product of that substance and perception that shows itself in the people's acceptance of the Judiciary as fit to determine what the Nation's law means and declare what it demands. xxx But even when justification is furnished by apposite legal principle, something more is required. Because not every conscientious claim of principled justification will be accepted as such xxx, the court's legitimacy depends on making legally principled decisions under circumstances in which their principled character is sufficiently plausible to be accepted by the Nation [Planned Parenthood of SE Pennsylvania v. Casey, 505 U.S. 833, 864-865 (1992)]."
In short, Dean Agabin explains, "to the extent that the Supreme Court is perceived to be manipulated or politicized, its stamp of legitimacy is wiped out."
The urgent question I pose now, Is the passage of the HR 1109 legitimate? But behind that, given that the congressmen are brilliant lawyers, why would they waste the time and resources of this nation for a passage of even an unconstitutional resolution to convene as constituent assembly? Is this a charade to cover up something they're cooking?
We were supposed to meet with the UP Law, Akbayan, and Black and White contingent in St. Peter's Church and march to Batasan, but we decided to go directly to Congress. As Titus Tan said, they are already there. The action already started. Groups from Mendiola joined us in the protest. Even though there were differences, one thing's for sure, we didn't want what happened last night - railroading of HR 1109.
Laura, Karen and I left Titus with Student Regent-select Chaba, Jaque, Brandy and Amme, while we went inside congress to monitor the session for CARPER and Right of Reply Bill. We entered smoothly, went to Congresswoman VC's room, then proceeded to the HOR canteen.
While we were waiting in the canteen, everyone was startled when farmer-protesters from the outside coming from the north gate were running into the congress grounds followed by police with sheilds chasing them. I have heard people saying that they've rammed into the gates, and managed to go past security. I immediately texted USC Chair Titus Tan of what had happened. He replied, "Kame yun!". I immediately and discretely panicked, and started to call up people to ask for help.
Laura, Karen and I went through the north wing entrance of the Session Hall. During that time, they were already in front of the main entrance of the session hall. Only a glass door and the sliding door to the session hall were blocking the protesters from the congressmen. Entrance to the lower gallery/ inside the session hall was also limited to congressmen alone. Even chief of staffs and staff of congressmen were barred from going in. At one point, they even chained the entrance to the session hall, leaving the left sliding door open for congressmen.
They staged a program, leaders of the groups were able to talk. Laura, Karen and I monitored from the inside. Titus was with BJ and Merck, thankfully he was not alone. Suddenly, I saw a firetruck coming from the left, then buses coming from the right. This time, the three of us started to call everyone we knew. While I was looking for a congressman to help Titus out, we were calling for lawyers and others' help.
During this time, we were also careful of our actions inside. Although we had Congress Visitors ID, some of the police inside were suspicious of what our purpose were inside. We couldn't panic. We moved gracefully, while asking for help. Thankfully, Laura got word from Titus that they escaped out of the crowd and headed out of Congress. It ended that we didn't have to get lawyers and others' help. We were so relieved after that, we wanted to kick and punch Titus. (LOL)
Unfortunately, the farmers and the protesters were forced inside the 3 buses they used to gather them. I don't know, as of the moment, what happened to them. I hope they're okay.
I just talked to Titus, and he said that, after what happened earlier, "it was sorta fun." Facepalm and a slap to his head (diba?!) He was lucky. There were lucky to not be jailed or brought to the police station. Titus added of his experience, "Nakakatakot, pero it was good that we were there kasi apparently, mas hindi sasaktan ng mga pulis ang mga students." Apparently, when the police were staring to baton and hit the protesters, one policeman told Titus and the UP students with him to move away because he pitied them if they were to be hit.
Let us blog and post in all our social networking sites (Plurk, Twitter, Facebook, Friendster, Multiply, etc) and register our opposition to the HR 1109, and ConAss
For more, I am ashamed of my Congresswomen, MARY ANN L SUSANO, 2nd District of Quezon City for supporting HR1109.
A lot of groups have already spoken against HR 1109, I ask, what has the University of the Philippines said about this issue? Where's the University Council at a time like this?
It is good to note that the Student Council Alliance of the Philippines reminded "the solons that young people will not hesitate to go out in the streets again to show their indignation of this government’s outright mockery of our country’s democratic institutions and processes." This was evident in earlier's mobilization by the different sectors, the UP Law Student Government, USC Chair Titus Tan together with other students and groups.
The University of the Philippines Diliman University Student Council will release its statement hopefully by today. Please watch out for it.
House of Representatives passed HR 1109 at 11:40pm. If no one stops them, Constituent Assembly may be called by July. People call this a day where congress made its own scandal.
