Sabi ng Jeep - For POS100

Summary

The video script addresses the challenges of public transportation in the Philippines, particularly the jeepney, and its impact on traffic and pollution. It discusses the need for government regulation to improve road manners and the importance of considering the marginalized in society. The speaker also touches on the widening gap between the rich and the poor, the rise of intolerance, and the importance of building democratic societies that respect diverse rationalities. The script concludes with a call for genuine democratization and community discourse to bridge the gap between traditional and modern societal expectations.

Takeaways

• 🚌 The script discusses the jeepney as a form of public transport in the Philippines, highlighting issues with its operation and the impact on traffic and pollution.
• 🛣️ It mentions the lack of discipline among some drivers, who stop in the middle of the road without considering the traffic they cause.
• 📋 The need for government regulation is emphasized, suggesting strict penalties for improper stopping and designated areas for loading and unloading passengers.
• 🌍 The script touches on the broader socio-economic context, noting the jeepney's importance to the economy and the challenges of modernizing without affecting the poor.
• 💭 There's an acknowledgment of the gap between the rich and the poor, and a rise in intolerance and violence, which is linked to political phenomena like the election of Donald Trump.
• 🌐 The script criticizes the Western conception of a city, suggesting that jeepneys and their drivers do not fit into this model and are perceived as polluters.
• 🏙️ It describes a clash between traditional and modern rationalities, with jeepney drivers operating as if they were on rural roads in a city setting.
• 🗣️ The importance of listening to marginalized voices and incorporating their perspectives into governance systems is stressed.
• 🔄 The script calls for greater democratization and solidarity, urging for the opening up of governance systems to include the voices of the poor and marginalized.
• 🌱 It suggests that starting with small communities and building discourse can lead to wider societal change and a more inclusive approach to urban development.
• 🌉 The role of education and awareness in bridging the gap between different rationalities is highlighted, with a call for individuals to act as mediators and foster understanding.

Q & A

What is the main issue discussed regarding public transportation in the Philippines?

The main issue is the disempowering and dilapidated condition of jeepneys, which contribute to pollution and traffic problems due to drivers' lack of discipline and disregard for road manners.

Why are jeepneys considered a form of public transport that should not be removed?

Jeepneys are an integral part of society and provide essential transportation for the poorer classes. Removing them would negatively impact a significant portion of the population who rely on them for daily commuting.

What is the speaker's view on the current state of road manners among jeepney drivers?

The speaker believes that jeepney drivers lack discipline and often stop in the middle of the road without considering other vehicles, causing traffic and safety issues.

What solutions does the speaker propose to improve the situation with jeepneys?

The speaker suggests that the government should impose stricter regulations and penalties for improper stopping, identify designated areas for loading and unloading passengers, and educate drivers about road manners.

How does the speaker feel about the gap between the rich and the poor in society?

The speaker is disturbed by the widening gap between the rich and the poor and the rise of intolerance and violence, which they see as a significant social problem.

What role does the speaker believe the government should play in addressing the issues with jeepneys?

The speaker believes the government should regulate the operation of jeepneys, enforce road regulations, and consider the needs and rationalities of marginalized groups in policy-making.

What is the speaker's perspective on the modernization of cities and its impact on traditional rationality?

The speaker sees a clash between traditional rationality and the modernization efforts of cities, which are often Westernized and do not accommodate the needs and behaviors of traditional communities.

Why does the speaker think discourse and democracy are important in addressing societal issues?

The speaker believes that discourse and democracy are essential for building solidarity, listening to marginalized voices, and incorporating their concerns and ways of life into governance systems.

What does the speaker suggest as a starting point for bridging the gap between different rationalities in society?

The speaker suggests starting with small communities and building discourse within them, gradually expanding to wider communities to foster understanding and inclusion of diverse rationalities.

How does the speaker view the role of education in bridging the gap between different rationalities?

The speaker sees education, particularly in institutions like Ateneo, as a way to make people aware of different rationalities and to develop individuals who can act as bridges between them.

Outlines

00:00

🚌 Public Transportation and Environmental Concerns

The first paragraph discusses the unique use of jeepneys as a form of public transport in the Philippines, which contributes to traffic and pollution issues. It highlights the need for better maintenance of vehicles to reduce environmental impact and criticizes the lack of discipline among drivers who stop arbitrarily, causing traffic. The speaker also touches on the futility of arguing with such drivers and the broader issue of social conduct on the roads.

05:02

🛣️ Addressing Traffic and Socioeconomic Issues

The second paragraph delves into the government's role in regulating public transportation, suggesting the need for clear guidelines and penalties for improper behavior. It acknowledges the jeepney drivers' contribution to society despite their shortcomings and the complexity of completely replacing traditional forms of transport due to their importance to the economy and the poor. The speaker also reflects on the challenges of modernizing cities while respecting traditional ways of life and the importance of considering multiple rationalities in governance.

10:05

🌐 Bridging Rationalities and Fostering Inclusive Governance

The third paragraph emphasizes the importance of understanding and incorporating the perspectives of marginalized groups into governance systems. It discusses the gap between traditional and modern rationalities, particularly in the context of city life and transportation. The speaker advocates for greater democratization and solidarity, suggesting that genuine dialogue and the inclusion of diverse voices are essential for building more inclusive and effective governance structures.

Keywords

💡Jeepney

A jeepney is a common mode of public transportation in the Philippines, originally made from repurposed military jeeps. In the script, jeepneys are discussed as an integral part of Filipino culture and daily life, but also as a symbol of the clash between traditional and modern urban rationality. They are criticized for causing traffic and pollution, yet they are also recognized as essential for the mobility of the lower-income population.

💡Public Transport

Public transport refers to vehicles or systems that transport people on a shared basis, typically for a fee. The script mentions jeepneys as a form of public transport in the Philippines, highlighting the debate over their necessity versus the problems they cause in urban traffic and the environment.

💡Pollution

Pollution refers to the presence of substances or things that are harmful or poisonous. In the context of the script, pollution is mentioned as a byproduct of old jeepney engines, which are said to contribute to atmospheric pollution, thus necessitating regulation or replacement to protect the environment.

💡Road Manners

Road manners refer to the courteous and considerate behavior of road users, including drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians. The script criticizes the lack of road manners among some jeepney drivers, who are said to stop in the middle of the road without consideration for others, contributing to traffic problems.

💡Marginalized

Marginalized refers to individuals or groups who are treated as less important and often deprived of rights or opportunities. The script discusses the marginalization of the poor in society, particularly in relation to public transportation and the need for their voices to be heard in governance decisions.

💡Governance

Governance involves the processes of decision-making and the management of a community or organization. The script touches on the role of governance in addressing the issues faced by marginalized groups, suggesting that more inclusive governance systems could help to integrate their concerns and perspectives.

💡Intolerance

Intolerance refers to an inability or unwillingness to tolerate differences or opinions. The script mentions a rise in intolerance and violence, particularly in the context of social media and political discourse, which is seen as contributing to societal divisions.

💡Rationality

Rationality in this context refers to a set of beliefs, values, or thought processes that guide behavior and decision-making. The script discusses the clash between traditional and modern rationalities, particularly in the context of urbanization and the need for different rationalities to be understood and respected.

💡Democratization

Democratization refers to the process of making systems or organizations more democratic, often by increasing participation and representation. The script suggests that greater democratization, through inclusive governance and discourse, could help to address the issues faced by marginalized groups and promote social cohesion.

💡Solidarity

Solidarity means unity or agreement among individuals or groups who share common interests or goals. The script calls for building solidarity by listening to the poor and marginalized, indicating that a collective effort is needed to address social and economic disparities.

💡Modernization

Modernization refers to the process of making something more contemporary or up-to-date. The script discusses the modernization of cities and the challenges faced by traditional jeepney drivers who must adapt to new urban environments and traffic rules, often leading to conflicts between different ways of life.

Highlights

Vanilla jeepneys as a form of public transport in the Philippines

Concerns about the environmental impact of old jeepney engines

Lack of discipline among some jeepney drivers leading to traffic issues

Need for government regulation of jeepney operations and road regulations

Jeepneys as an integral part of Philippine society and economy

The importance of considering the needs of the marginalized in society

The rise of intolerance and its impact on society

The challenge of integrating traditional rationality with modern city concepts

The clash between traditional and modern rationality in urban settings

The need for greater democratization and inclusion of marginalized voices

The role of discourse and democracy in bridging rationalities

The importance of building governance systems that incorporate diverse rationalities

The concept of 'crossing rationalities' as a means for social progress

The potential for education to bridge the gap between different rationalities

The role of NGOs in promoting good governance and inclusivity

The idea that development should not be limited to Western models

The importance of dialogue and understanding between different nationalities and cultures

Transcripts

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it's only here in the Philippines

whereby you could see giveness as a form

of public transport no wonder some of

the to be sphere they fancy seeing

degrees but then sight is one thing

problem on the roads is another first of

all all of our deepness here are

disempowering some of these engines are

already dilapidated you need to say they

need over wholly if not replacement

because if you run your engine this of

engine for so long a time you create

unnecessary or unwanted pollution in our

atmosphere that's that lady should be

corrected our different drivers here in

our country not discipline they don't

have much about road manners they just

stop in the middle of the road without

regard to the vehicles behind them they

are holding the power

what if they're creating traffic they

stop to load or unload passengers

it's useless to exchange words with them

people like me I'm not supposed to go

down their level

I'm not undermining their intellect for

their intelligence but it's useless

what's important is for the government

or local government or whatever Bureau

agency that has authority over the

franchisees the driver should have a set

of guidelines or policies Road

regulations like imposing stiff

penalties for stopping in the middle of

the road they should have identified

areas where in they could stop to unload

passengers not just in the middle of the

street I wouldn't say I totally their

behavior it's a matter of accepting the

way they are like I said they're just

the jitney drivers I'm not saying all of

them but generally speaking they love

road matters and Philippines is not rich

country we are still our economy is

still emerging a big part of our society

or our population jeepney writing

citizen similar to MRT writing citizens

those are public form of transportation

which we gotta get rid of otherwise a

big part of our population will be

affected you cannot get rid of GPS it's

it's already part of our society it's

part of our day-to-day lives

I myself benefited from

from writing gymnast during my college

days school days and Gibney's standard

form of public transport it will be

selfish of me to be betting more wish to

get rid of them what would become of the

poor class of our society they don't

have needs to transport what's important

is for us the government and in turn to

regulate the operating operation of

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usually disturbed by poverty and the

persistence of poverty and so it's been

a lifelong occupation study poverty it

led from one thing to another they led

me to governance my research led me to

participate in NGOs that were involved

in good governance and the question is

what makes the marginalized so

marginalized ultimately it's because of

the rationalities that they've been

operated another rationality it was

really important if we wanted to build

democratic societies that we consider

the Russian artists as another

legitimate rationality that we needed to

respect and to build on as well I'm

really so disturbed because not one it's

the gap between the rich and the poor

getting wider but there's this weird

phenomenon that I personally can't

extreme of this rise of intolerance it's

philia rise of intolerance and violence

two words takes that to just stick to

show that it's really Donald Trump right

but then also the Eagle is part of that

phenomenon what got him into power was

anger and intolerance and you can see it

from Facebook a lot of his fans just

it's just about anger they don't match

Western forms of Citigroup basically

that's it they're just not part of the

whole modern Western conception of what

a city should be or could be so they

conceived to be polluters and also

because traffic because of the way we

they're already stopped Chaitra so yeah

they just don't fit in westernized

global city concept which is the which

we they're trying to correct now right

because there's this new loss now that

they're looking at how to modernize GP

drivers are cities really organic okay

it's not a plant growth city which

drives all these Western chain people

crazy most people in the city most and I

say most because I think majority of the

people in the city have more or less

traditional rationality is imposed on a

city setting we're forcing these people

of traditional rationality is to fit in

a modernized westernizing city and

that's where the clash comes in you know

these people they drive and operate and

just act in general as if they were

still in rural roads which I'm not that

busy which are quite relaxed which are

not that stressful but the thing is

we're imposing on them certain stressful

realities like if you don't make

boundary you won't make a living but at

the same time they're not buying into

the whole thing anyway so these people

are kind of poor name whether am i

buying into this whole city concept I

have to make a living but at the same

time I'm not really into their ruins I

really don't understand the rationality

of their rules I just know that I have

to live in the city these people from

the traditional rationale is they're not

really understanding fully what the

whole traffic rules concept jeepney

stops concept is about they just know

the only way I can see okay greater

democratization you know genuine

building solidarity listen to the poor

listen to the margins open up your

governance system so that their voices

can be heard try to figure out real

structure so that the people who have

been neglected and marginalize can

actually speak and be heard and that

build governance systems so that their

own concerns and their own ways of doing

things are actually incorporated into

their systems the only way out of this

is if we get our acts together and I

think not discourse and democracy are

the only ways to do it I think it should

start with small communities getting

together really building the communities

of discourse then you know it gets wider

and wider but well technically we can't

escape people like us first who are in

this rationality of ours university

trained people and middle class people

you know there's always gossip in the

gap between the traditional rationality

and the dominant rationality and most of

the dominant rationale is really geared

towards exploitation I mean that's how

they became dominant I think we're maybe

interesting because if you're college

educated especially in Ateneo I think

they're trying to explain the naman

though that's why there's always that's

why there's one listener

and Jeep and an immersion Sol really

come on meet the other rationale it's

not enough but at least it's a start

to make you aware it exists it's another

rationality how can you be a bridge

because that's what that's how I roll

let me be a doors because we can cross

rationality

I think we can develop more people who

can cross rationality son be able to

discourse and track is our history

you'll see them like the some of the

other Stratos tried to be that and then

and then all these movements like the

communist movement the socialist

movement there were all bridges said

they were all mediator say and and then

like now today the manag reformer stance

that's basically where so we have the

strength and that but this time not to

look at Western Western development as

the end

let's leave the end open and actually

dialogue and cross those you know cross

between nationalities have them talk to

each other

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