In celebration of the Philippines' Independence Day, we asked journalists across the country about nationalism and nation-building. As the Philippines continues to face various crises, journalists shared their thoughts on the need to be more nationalistic and the traits that Filipinos need to let go of to build a stronger and better nation.

Thank you for speaking with Telum Media:

• Jervis Manahan, ABS-CBN Integrated News and Current Affairs
• Nan Borromeo, Freelance (Philippines)
• Stanley Buenafe Gajete, CNN Philippines
• Ves Garcia, Inquirer.net

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