Leading the way; "Ah, but a man's reach should exceed his grasp; Or what's a heaven for?" -- Robert Browning.(Opinion & Editorial)

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From: Manila Bulletin
Date: 20070306
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Byline: Cerge M. Remonde

THE poet Robert Browning knew what he was talking about. The things that a man can do are constrained only by the limitations he places on himself. It is a great man who acknowledges these limitations, and forges on nonetheless, to exceed these limitations. The same can be said of the Arroyo Administration.

Last Friday, March 2, 2007, I was given the privilege to speak on behalf of the President during the annual conference of the Rotary International District 3820 at the Manila Hotel. Delivering her message to other people is always an ...

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