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    The document summarizes the key points made in a speech arguing against making ROTC mandatory for senior high school students in the Philippines. It outlines 3 main arguments: 1) The Philippine education system already faces many challenges that should be the priority, such as lack of resources, infrastructure, and poor student performance. 2) Mandatory ROTC is not necessary to bolster military capability as seen in other countries. 3) Forcing patriotism through mandatory programs is questionable when more pressing issues in education need to be addressed first. The focus should be on improving education, not mandating military training.

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    The document summarizes the key points made in a speech arguing against making ROTC mandatory for senior high school students in the Philippines. It outlines 3 main arguments: 1) The Philippine education system already faces many challenges that should be the priority, such as lack of resources, infrastructure, and poor student performance. 2) Mandatory ROTC is not necessary to bolster military capability as seen in other countries. 3) Forcing patriotism through mandatory programs is questionable when more pressing issues in education need to be addressed first. The focus should be on improving education, not mandating military training.

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    The document summarizes the key points made in a speech arguing against making ROTC mandatory for senior high school students in the Philippines. It outlines 3 main arguments: 1) The Philippine education system already faces many challenges that should be the priority, such as lack of resources, infrastructure, and poor student performance. 2) Mandatory ROTC is not necessary to bolster military capability as seen in other countries. 3) Forcing patriotism through mandatory programs is questionable when more pressing issues in education need to be addressed first. The focus should be on improving education, not mandating military training.

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    “After all, Rizal didn’t need a gun to become our national hero”.

    Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed judges, and respected opponents, a pleasant day to all of you.

    Today, we stand before you to negate the proposition “Let it be resolved that the Philippines
    shall implement Mandatory ROTC among senior high school students”. I am Brent Russell Dolor,
    the non-necessity speaker of the negative side, together with Alexis Antolin as non-beneficiality
    speaker and Allen Troy Martinez as the non-practicability speaker.
    First, let me define what is mandatory, according to black’s law dictionary, mandatory is a term
    used to order a person to do a particular action. While Reserved Officers Training Corps (ROTC)
    is a military organization that prepares people to become officers in the armed forces and to
    join a military operation if necessary.
    As we delve into my actual argumentation, let me provide you a systematic overview of my
    speech:
    1. The pertinent issue on academic well-being and status of the Filipino students
    2. Myopic interpretation of Military Capability and Strength
    3. Forced patriotism
    The Philippine education system grapples with a multitude of challenges, significantly impacting
    students. Foremost among these issues is the dearth of resources and infrastructure,
    particularly in rural schools. This pervasive problem afflicts a substantial portion of educational
    institutions nationwide. According to the Department of Education’s report, approximately
    5,000 schools in the Philippines lack access to clean drinking water. This absence of
    fundamental amenities places both students and educators at a significant disadvantage,
    detrimentally affecting the quality of education.

    Moreover, numerous schools confront a scarcity of suitable classrooms, textbooks, and


    instructional materials, impeding students’ effective learning experiences. This predicament
    spans across both rural and urban settings. Another pressing concern within our education
    system is the proficiency of students in essential subjects such as science, mathematics, and
    reading. According to the Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), which
    evaluates educational systems by assessing the scholastic performance of 15-year-old students,
    a disconcerting majority of Philippine students fail to attain the minimum proficiency levels in all
    three PISA subjects. This performance disparity is exacerbated by socioeconomic factors.
    Alarming statistics reveal that approximately 81% of students fall below the minimum
    proficiency benchmarks in reading and mathematics, with a comparable 78% in science. This
    disheartening outcome places the Philippines at the bottom among all participating countries in
    the program.
    Furthermore, according to PBEd’s 2023 State of Philippine Education report, the most critical
    concerns demanding attention include the deteriorating mental well-being of both students and
    teachers, inadequate support for educators, the pervasive practice of “mass promotion” among
    learners, and the absence of effective assessment methods.
    The data underscores a crucial point – our focus should be on enhancing our educational system
    rather than enforcing mandatory military training in Senior High School. While the government
    has initiated various measures to tackle this issue, there’s a pressing need for increased
    investment in education to ensure that every child has access to high-quality learning. Achieving
    this goal will enable Filipino students to reach their full potential and contribute significantly to
    the country’s development.

    Furthermore, it’s important to consider the debate surrounding the revival of Mandatory ROTC
    in the Philippines. While some argue that it can bolster a nation’s military strength and
    capabilities, it’s worth noting that ROTC should remain a voluntary choice. For example,
    Indonesia, ranked 15th globally in overall military power by the annual Global Firepower review,
    achieves its strong military position without mandating military service or training like ROTC.

    The key takeaway Is that the focus should be on improving military equipment and personnel to
    enhance national defense against external threats, rather than simply increasing the number of
    citizens in military service.

    Additionally, mandating ROTC raises questions about forcing patriotism. Prominent figures, such
    as Senator Bato Dela Rosa, Senator Robin Padilla, Vice President and DepEd Secretary Sara
    Duterte, former President Rodrigo Duterte, and the current President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.,
    have argued that Mandating ROTC can instill nationalism and patriotism. However, it’s crucial to
    recognize that there are alternative ways to foster patriotism and civic duty, such as community
    service or enhancing education in history, culture, and language.

    No kind of nationalism is worth it when the government itself does not bother to improve the
    country they claim to love, and forced patriotism is not patriotism.
    In a nutshell, we firmly believe that ROTC effectively fulfills its mission, and it ardently pursues
    its objectives. However, mandating its participation is not be the optimal solution to address the
    educational challenges we currently face which also makes it unnecessary. After all, a true
    patriot’s duty is to safeguard their country from potential government overreach. With that in
    mind, I am not just proud but deeply honored to stand our ground. Thank you.

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