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The Philippine Pundit | Voice of the unheard. Questions of the soul.
From the margins, we write our future, one story at a time. In a nation silenced by fear and power, truth is the loudest act of resistance.
Regel Javines, Founder & Editor-Publisher at The Philippine Pundit
The Philippine Pundit is a borderless citizen journalism and commentary platform rooted in truth-telling, critical reflection, and intellectual engagement. We give voice to the unheard, insight to the uncertain, and a platform to the reflective. Guided by our collective deep respect for journalistic ethics and philosophical inquiry, our mission is to contribute to a more informed, critically engaged, and ethically grounded society, within the Philippines and beyond.
Moreover, as an independent alternative to traditional media, we elevate grassroots narratives, challenge political complacency, and provide space for both analytical journalism and philosophical musings on life, governance, existence, and faith.
Why We Exist
In an age of clickbait, disinformation, and shallow reporting, The Philippine Pundit stands as a quiet rebellion. Our presence is a civic act—an invitation to question, understand, and contribute. We, at The Philippine Pundit, believe journalism must be more than factual. It must be contextual, humane, and emancipatory. We aim to:
- Empower citizens through knowledge;
- Bridge local and global issues;
- Engage both reason and conscience; and
- Encourage kindness and critical thinking.
Learn more about our Editorial Philosophy—why we exist.
Our Story
Founded by Regel Javines, a writer and critical thinker from Leyte, The Philippine Pundit began as a personal response to the limitations of mainstream discourse. Amid the dominance of elite narratives and celebrity-driven news cycles, this platform emerged to reconnect journalism with its democratic roots: to serve the public good, question power, and explore human truth.
This vision was shaped by Regel’s experience as a citizen journalist, former book editor, deskman at The Manila Times, and research analyst at the Philippine Air Force’s intelligence unit. What started as a humble blog in 2011 evolved, through persistence and purpose, into a borderless citizen journalism platform during the global COVID-19 pandemic. The result is The Philippine Pundit as you see it today: a dynamic, people-powered venue for ideas, reflection, and social relevance.
Meet the Founder & Editor-Publisher
Regel Javines is the founder, editor, and publisher of The Philippine Pundit. A former student leader, campus journalist, book editor, and policy and research analyst, he has been writing online since 2011. Regel contributed to global citizen journalism sites like Yahoo! Contributor Network and Allvoices.com.
In 2016, out of his passion for writing, he launched his first self-hosted blog, MainbarOnline. After its closure in 2018, he returned with renewed purpose on Oct. 4, 2020, launching The Philippine Pundit to share in-depth knowledge on both the Philippines’ and the world’s governance, politics, and the deeper questions of life.
Regel is currently serving as a consultant for congressional district support under the Congressional Assistance, Response, and Education (CARE) Program of the House of Representatives of the Philippines. He brings his field experience, literary insight, and civic commitment to every post.
Editorial Independence & Disclaimer
The Philippine Pundit is an independent, non-partisan platform. We are not affiliated with, owned by, or funded by any government agency or political organization. All published opinions reflect the views of their authors alone and do not represent those of their employers or affiliated institutions.
We are committed to transparency, accuracy, and ethical reporting—grounded in public interest and reflective discourse.
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Because truth must never be optional, and power must never go unexamined.
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