Herman Lagon - Iloilo Metropolitan Times

The case vs political dynasty

Posted by Herman Lagon | Jan 9, 2026 | Opinions |

Election season in the Philippines has a familiar rhythm. Tarpaulins rise before the rain clouds...

Posted by Herman Lagon | Jan 7, 2026 | Opinions |

The question sounds simple: Who was the first Filipino? The quick reply is a name. The steady...

Posted by Herman Lagon | Jan 3, 2026 | Opinion, Opinions |

Let us begin with a confession: once, while trying to decode what my students meant when they said...

Posted by Herman Lagon | Dec 28, 2025 | Opinions |

Spoiler Alert: This column discusses key scenes from Call Me Mother. Readers who prefer to watch...

Posted by Herman Lagon | Dec 24, 2025 | Opinions |

There is a particular silence that comes after the medal table is finalized. Not the roar of a...