The Hayden Kho-Katrina Halili sex video scandal is symptomatic of the malaise
afflicting Philippine society. Politicians have weighed in by conducting a
circus-like Senate hearing "in aid of legislation." Can anyone please
enlighten us on the laws passed as a result of hearings in aid of legislation?
The truth is, with the presidential elections looming in 2010, politicians are
desperately scheming to grandstand in order to score "pogi" points that would
aid their reelection bids.
That such a scandalous behaviour should merit a Senate hearing, hug headlines
and extensive TV coverage speaks volumes of our perverted moral values. Are we
so damaged emotionally that we could revel in viewing the sexual performances of
celebrities?
The answer, obviously, is to score a higher TV rating by catering to the
prurient interest of viewers and, thus, ensure the show's continuing existence.
Surely, this must be the height of cynicism when Show Biz News Now (SNN) hosts,
Boy Abunda and Kris Aquino, inordinately give extensive coverage to what
is patently an immoral act.
It does not serve the public interest at all.