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The reformers have come in for much criticism, particularly from military hawks. Detractors charge that the reform movement is propelled by self- interest and monetary gain, not by a genuine desire to purge the military of corruption. Reformers bridle at the charge. "Politics is for the politicians and the people," says one reformer. The Philippine military, he insists, is trying to heal itself, "and if it finally does, we hope that there will be some good guys around to direct it." Ramos and Enrile, it would seem, might be happy to take on that task.