It will backfire if they start dispersing rallies and arresting people. It will arouse the passion of unaffected citizens.
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Arroyo may be weak, but she is safe and is in no danger of being removed by force during the first six months of 2006. The threats were bloated out of proportions. There may be groups within the army that were not happy with her, but they have no capability to stage a coup.
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Not even a majority I think would fast during Holy Week. These (Catholic images) are superficial piety. They are not so deeply embraced by the people that they will follow every command of the Church.
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The government is overreacting. There may be a threat from a small faction within the army, but it's not serious enough to topple her government.
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If this blows up, it could usher a period of economic weakening and political instability. This development paints a desperate and hopeless picture of the Philippines.
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It was an overreaction. The main objective was to send a strong message that she is in control.
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