Smartmatic has just won the bidding conducted by the Comelec to refurbish its vote counting machines for the 2022 elections. After the trial, she asked the judge: “Does this mean I cannot call Mr. Johnson a pig?” The judge said that was true. “Does this mean I cannot call a pig Mr. Johnson?” asked the woman. The judge replied that she could indeed call a pig Mr. Johnson with no fear of being charged with a crime. The woman turned, looked directly at Mr. Johnson, and said, “Good afternoon, Mr. Johnson.”* * *A Happy, peaceful and prosperous New Year to one and all!

Source: Manila Times December 28, 2020 16:07 UTC