The subject matter of autism is complex, at best perplexing. The materials in this question-and-answer presentation reflect in this user-friendly sourcebook many assumptions, ideas and information from various medical, educational experts and experienced professionals as well as caregivers. Most of all, parents' input is included since their observations are of significant worth that should be taken in account. They provide valuable road map in navigating our understanding of the mysterious and baffling subject of autism. This book would prove useful, informative and instructive for parents, teachers, educational administrators and health practitioners.

This book was written with the specific purpose of finding out why President Joseph "Erap" Estrada was convicted of plunder by the Republic of the Philippines Sandiganbayan which imposed a sentence of reclusion perpetua. He was accused of bribery, graft and corrupt practices, betrayal of trust and culpable violation of the Constitution. There are always two sides to every story. This book presents the side of trying to find out what caused his fall from grace by highlighting his misdeeds and underscoring his abuse of power as President of the Republic of the Philippines.

The United States' influence in the Philippines has produced a remarkable and highly successful experiment in democracy through education-not through military intervention. With the education provided by American teachers known as the Thomasites who came to the Philippines in 1901, tens and thousands of Filipinos have become professionals, working throughout the world further spreading American democracy. The author is one of them. But according to author Patricio R. Mamot, Filipino leaders demonstrate less than full adherence to true democratic governance. Through a series of weekly columns and editorials that appeared in the Filipino Times, Mamot tackles the challenge of bringing the government closer to the people of the Philippines. Mamot urges all Filipinos to become fully involved with the democratic process by making their voices heard. This book, "A Call For True Democracy," is the call to action that all Filipinos need. Only through the power of the people can the Philippines enjoy a successful democracy