Freedom of expression - in particular, freedom of the press - guarantees popular participation in the decisions and actions of government, and popular participation is the essence of our democracy.
Corazon Aquino

It's very simple, I just tell my sad story, and people weep.
Corazon Aquino

One must be frank to be relevant.
Corazon Aquino

I would rather die a meaningful death than to live a meaningless life.
Corazon Aquino

I just do whatever it is that I believe I should do, regardless of the risks to my life.
Corazon Aquino

I know my limitations, and I don't like politics. I was only involved because of my husband.
Corazon Aquino

Faith is not simply a patience that passively suffers until the storm is past. Rather, it is a spirit that bears things - with resignations, yes, but above all, with blazing, serene hope.
Corazon Aquino

You have spent many lives and much treasure to bring freedom to many lands that were reluctant to receive it. And here you have a people who won it by themselves and need only the help to preserve it.
Corazon Aquino