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Hundreds march for Israel in Manila
Shay Yellin, Manila
Published: 02.12.12, 15:45
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31. Being against the occupation IS being...
Gunnar ,   Gothenburg, Sweden   (12.03.12)
...pro-Israel. Perhaps the government of the Philippines uses common sense instead of ideological blindness.
32. Bless You Philippines!
Dan ,   NJ, USA   (12.03.12)
We appreciate your support!
33. Modern P.I.
socwin ,   USA   (12.03.12)
Do the Palestinians think that the Philippines is a totally backward and primitive ugly country? They better think twice and see for themselves.
34. :) Thank you to these amazing people :)
Zvi   (12.03.12)
35. And if these brave peoples
Istvan ,   BUDAPEST HUNGARY   (12.03.12)
should get some propaganda help from Israel, they would act much more effectively.
36. #15
James   (12.03.12)
The world recognised Palestine. Guess all the jews around the world must return to Israel before the rest of the world is submerged under the Pacific.
37. THANK YOU!!ยจ
Esteban ,   Argentina Swiss   (12.03.12)
Thanks so much for you support!!
38. To:#5 & #8,here's something nice for you
Angelo ,   Philippines   (12.03.12)
"An ungrateful man is like a hog under a tree eating acorns, but never looking up to see where they come from." Timothy Dexter FYI Salami and Ibrahamus,the Philippines, (take note)a sovereign state was one of the founding members of the UN,the same entity that your fake president have been to begging legitimate state representatives from around the world including from my country,The Philippines,that precious vote to be upgraded as non-member observer state just so you can can have an identity as a people. Since you have access to the internet,try googling about The Philippines ,it's people,economy,etc. and then ask yourselves(Palestinian-not-yet) if you still have the nerve to laugh coz certainly it is i who will have the last!
39. to #31 Gunnar in Gothenburg
Bluegrass Picker ,   Afula   (12.03.12)
don't get too comfortable - we are going to give the home you stole from the Saami back to them.
40. #8 Moron
Ross ,   Australia   (12.03.12)
Listen, mate, the Filipinos are generally well educated, intelligent, polite, and know how to care for people, not just the elderley. In short, they are the exact opposite to the average uneducated, stupid, ignorant and careless muslim! What's more, could you imagine how such a person (filipino person) would be (and are) treated in a filthy islamic country? Raped & murdered...and it doesn't necessarily mean in that order, either! They go to Israel because that is the only safe, democratic country in the whole region. They are respected in Israel, and Israel respects the care & contribution provided. I know, because my wife's niece, from Philippines, lives & works in Israel and LOVES ISRAEL!!!
41. Patethic ,...
split ,   US   (12.03.12)
A few desperate chicks looking for work visa extensions and sole freak waving an Israeli flag - All you se, blue hats, t-shirts, banners, loud speakers, the disk with of hatikva including shofarot provided by Israeli embassy hasbara department - Manila's legal counted population is around 1.7 million but it's more like 2.5 million not to mention Philippines' total population close to 93 million and counting. Even if it's a few hundred as you claim it's still pathetic ,...
42. @8 - I was at the March bec I simply love Israel
camille ,   Taguig, Philippines   (12.04.12)
I am a graduate student at the University of Oxford and I joined the march. My family, friends and I were there to show sincere support for Israel. We prayed only for Israel's protection and prosperity at these crucial times, not for jobs. Even if Israel will no longer hire Filipinos, we will still pray for peace and prosperity for your country.
43. to #8 & #14
Sarah ,   Manila, Philippines   (12.04.12)
a lot of people who were at the march were from the middle to upper class. The march was organized in 3 days time only. I had known about it 2 days prior to the march. I know there would have been more people there had the march been finalized at least the Sunday previous to the day of the march... I know a lot of people who supports Israel would have loved to join the march had they known about it... there were also a number of people from my group who were supposed to join us for the march but got lost due to mis communication because my lost phone.... one thing I can tell you is thatI'm not a fan of long walks even inside the mall, much more out in the sun, but I walked all the way to the end! I had to have a massage the following day. I did it because I believe the Bible, that's why I love and support Israel and the Israeli people!
44. To # 8
Ruby ,   Manila, Philippines   (01.14.13)
Those who marched are educated (meaning we were not bribed or manipulated) Filipinos who have a good grasp of the situation in Israel. I don't even need a job in Israel. I am happy to work in the Philippines where our economy is growing, our stock market is among the best performing in the world and our currency is also one of the most stable in the world. I don't have to go to Israel to love Israel. I love Israel just because.
45. #15
Ruby ,   Manila, Philippines   (01.14.13)
Although I lament the decision of our government in this UN Vote and am aware of the consequences, I pray that you would not wish us ill as the vote does not even represent the sentiments of Filipinos. Anti-semitism is not in our consciousness. If at all, we have supported Israel on May 14, 1948. Our present leaders have not been taught scripture and are ignorant so we pray and reach out to them in the hope that we will fulfill our God-given destiny as a nation.
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