More Political Than We Admit (PRE-ORDER)

SYNOPSIS:

More Political Than We Admit is a compelling anthology that challenges the public’s perception of Philippine politics. Anchored in the Filipino terms pulitika, pamumulitika, and pinulitika, this collection of essays underscores the inescapable reality of how politics is deeply interwoven into the everyday lives of the Filipinos.

The book’s title alludes to its central argument, which is that Filipinos are “more political than we admit,” playing dual roles—as both objects and subjects—in political processes. This anthology aims to provide novel insights into the paradoxes and intricacies that characterize Philippine politics.

Curated by prominent scholars and emerging voices in political science, this collection features both classic and contemporary essays that delve into critical areas of political life in the country. They explore the idea of Filipino politics through multiple lenses, providing an analytical and empirical roadmap to understanding the origins and intricacies of the Philippine political system. From examining the frameworks of power dynamics to proposing alternative futures for the Filipino people, the book is a thought-provoking exploration of what shapes political engagement in the Philippines.

Divided into four comprehensive chapters, the anthology begins by dissecting the foundations of Filipino politics, presenting the everyday experiences and cultural expressions of ordinary Filipinos as a potent lens for political analysis. The book then moves from these foundational critiques to a theoretical exploration, featuring diverse perspectives that argue for new frameworks to interpret Philippine political realities. The book culminates in essays that navigate the themes of democracy and political power in the Philippines, bringing to light the contradictions and challenges of democratization in a country marked by deep socioeconomic divides.

Through essays on the influence of elite families, political dynasties, and the rise of technocrats, More Political Than We Admit offers a nuanced view of the enduring and evolving nature of power in the Philippines. Together, these essays invite readers to reconsider the meaning of democracy and political participation in the context of a nation grappling with its colonial past and present struggles for just governance.

❗️NOTE❗️:

THIS IS A ❗️PRE-ORDER ITEM❗️PRODUCT WILL BE SHIPPED IN THE END OF AUGUST-SEPTEMBER.

 If you are ordering an item that is currently in stock in the same order, the order will be held until the pre-ordered book or item arrives from the Philippines. Shipping of pre-ordered items from our partners in the Philippines to New York are scheduled to take place in May, August and November 2026 ONLY.

Once pre-ordered items ship and arrive from the Philippines to New York, items will be dispatched from New York to their final destination.

Due to the gas situation worldwide and especially in the Philippines, shipping of pre-ordered items are delayed and shipping from the Philippines has been set to ease our partner's in the Philippines.

Shipping during these 3 months for 2026 also allow our partnered local artisans from the Philippines such as our weavers, anitu sculptors, and brass pre-colonial gold replica jewelry pieces, the time needed they need to work on your one of a kind, handmade pieces. 

These pieces are all handmade by our local partners and traditional artisans, not mass produced. If you want a ready made and in stock clothing piece, figure, ceramic, or jewelry piece, if we have any available in stock and on hand, you purchase those. Every shipment from the Philippines we do order extra's to put up on the shop for those who want to keep an eye out for in stock items. 

❗️CURRENT SHIPPING❗️

If you are going to be pre-ordering an item and ordering an in stock item, two separate orders must be placed to guarantee arrival of in stock products within 2-3 weeks.

Our shipping days for in-stock items from New York are currently only being shipped at the beginning and end of each month. This allows time for packing and shipping items. Also due to the rising gas prices, we have decided to cut back on shipping days to make it easier on ourselves (two person team) to pack and deliver items to the Post Office 2x a month.