Ants

Since childhood, rainy days have brought me the strangest thoughts, especially when I’m in a pensive mood. Seeing a trail of ants on the windowsill, I often wonder why ants work so tirelessly.

They may need to save for rainy days to have something to enjoy in the future. When comparing the less admirable qualities of ants to those of humans, several points come to mind, with aggression being the foremost.

Some ant species are aggressive, fiercely defending their colonies against intruders. Similarly, humans can exhibit aggressive behaviors, such as violence or conflict, often in defense of territory or resources.

Certain ants, such as slave-making ants, capture and enslave other ants to serve their colony. Humans certainly have a history of exploitation and oppression, particularly in the context of slavery and colonization.

Destructive behavior is another, as some ant species can become pests, invading homes or destroying crops. Similarly, when humans, particularly those in government positions, engage in such activities, it can lead to destruction.

Ants often follow pheromone trails without question, which can result in poor decision-making if the trail leads to danger. Similarly, humans exhibit this tendency by following money trends or authority figures without critical thought.

In both cases, these behaviors are often driven by survival instinct or social structure, but they can lead to negative consequences for themselves and others.

In government, there are large ants and small ants. They appear in various colors and sizes, reflecting the degree of greed. They are nuisances that harm both innocent and competent people, and they raid the public treasury.

The most troublesome type of ant is the one that tries to gather as much as possible in the shortest amount of time before getting caught.

The ant I am familiar with, due to its obscure background in both its life and work, has been causing problems for those who are intellectually superior, creating chaos within the institution. The one who managed to arrange for the appointment of a subordinate official while the boss was clueless. The ant continues to drop the term “first lady” even after having been removed from office.

I wonder if the ant’s civilian protector is aware of how his protégé is being laughed at. A lifestyle check should be conducted on all accepted courtesy resignations across all departments, and cases should be filed with the Office of the Ombudsman if necessary, to ensure that no one evades the law.

The only way to prove the “great reset” under the Marcos administration will be meaningful is through comprehensive policy reforms and tangible results. Loyalty to the appointing power is one thing; decency is another.

By eliminating inefficiencies and corruption, metaphorically referred to as “ants,” from government institutions, President Marcos can show his commitment to the people. After all, I voted for him.

By doing so, he can establish a resilient framework designed not only to tackle the pressing challenges facing the nation but also to rebuild and restore public trust in government.