We know that today is difficult times. To venture into an undertaking such as newspaper business is almost suicide. In fact, latest data show that local newspapers can hardly survive if only to rely on local advertisements. Worse, most of the local businesses as well as readers are not keen to place ads or read Bicol-circulated publications. Of course no one deserves the blame, as everybody has his share of it, so to speak.
The Bicol Sun staff, however, decided to gamble in the name of public service. This newspaper believes that businessmen as well as Bicolano readers don’t yet shut their doors to patronizing local publications if they see they deserve a try.
With our slogan `The region’s relevant news publisher,’ we aim to highlight news and other articles that are deemed to contribute in making the quest of Bicolanos for that elusive dream for “progress” comes true. We pledge to be fair, honest and discerning at all times and in all published articles. When in doubt, however, we will always take the side of the underprivileged. When confronted with a situation that we need to be part of the news, we will always champion the general welfare. As the famous philosopher Victor Hugo once said: We may disagree with what you say, but I will fight to death your right to say it.” We will prefer to let the dull ideas be printed, than to suppress the brilliant ones.
Yes, we have this resolve with us as we dare to go where many failed. We firmly believe that you, whom we want to serve, deserve our courage as we exhort your wholehearted support.
Let this be a challenge for all of us, Bicolanos!
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