Pol Medina Jr.’s Pugad Baboy controversy was the headline
news on June 4, 2013. His comic strip pointed out that we, Christians, are ‘hypocrites’.
And that we are against gays and lesbians. And the most talked about, the
mention of an exclusive all girls school.
Pol Medina’s, Pugad Baboy volumes tackles about the
realities in our society. His choice of words are very strong and competitive. I
like how Pol Medina voice out what he feels through his comic strips. In that
way, we can learn more and at the same time have fun.
But, on June 4, 2013, Pol Medina’s contribution on PDI
made a great impact in my perspective. Pointing out that we, Christians, are ‘hypocrites’
is not a good idea. The term he used to describe us, Christians, makes our
image as religious people unfavourable. Yes, other Christians are ‘hypocrites’
but accusing all Christians gives out the worst in it.
In the issue that we, Christians are against gays and
lesbians. Not all agrees with gays and lesbians but some Christians do. We are
not totally against bisexuals but in terms of how they act, it depends. We are
all made by God equally and unique. We are who we are.
Mentioning an exclusive all girls school is not appropriate.
Especially, he is tackling about a sensitive issue. I think, anyone will be
insulted if someone mentioned them involved in a particular issue. This time,
Pol Medina Jr. crossed the line. He took a big risk to express his thoughts and
it turned out to be a failure.
Anyone can express their feelings and thoughts but with
the right words to consider how others will think. Pol Medina Jr.’s way of
expressing signifies our freedom as a free nation. Even though he’s involved in
this issue, I still idolize him and I still want to see more of his works in
the future.
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