2) It is said that the Philippines has a thriving democracy but only in Manila. How does Dead Season illustrate the impediments to true democratic development and democratic deepening in the Philippines on Negros? Use specific examples from the book to support your answer.
2) During the 1980s, the Philippines had a reputation for being the Sick Man of Asia, a perpetually poor nation, struggling while other Asian nations were growing by leaps and bounds. After reading Dead Season, what do you think were the greatest impediments to economic development on Negros? Use specific examples from the book to support your answer.
