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The death of former President Cory Aquino and the tribute the traditional media is attributing  her brought back memories of EDSA 1986 and igniting the fire of nationalism inside me. As a 17 year old idealistic young man, 1st year college and unhappy with the social injustices around me but not qualified yet to vote in a national election at that time, I joined the protest rallies that advocates democracy and removal of the alleged dictator.

Tita Cory speaking before the joint US Congress (1/3)

Unfortunately, her presidency has barely changed the plight of ordinary Filipinos.

Despite freeing the political prisoners, the political left was still unhappy and waged the urban war. The dreaded “sparrow unit” became popular during her term. Likewise, the “welgang bayan”during her term would mean public buses getting burned.

The political right was also unhappy. The series of coup during her time speaks for itself.

During her term, the government began giving up control of  important utilities like electricity, petrol, media, water and telecommunication. I will allow history judge this act because these are matters of national interest. Fast forward to the present, we are a witness that our gov’t. seems to be helpless on the spiraling cost of these utilities.

During her term, farmers marching towards Malacanang were fired at resulting to several deaths.

Before the end of her term, she also lobbied for the extension of the US Military bases stay in the Philippines.

Add to the woes during her term are the series of national disasters– the Baguio earthquake, Ormok flood and the Pinatubo eruption.

At the end of her term, so is the “black out season” brought about by the shutting down of BNP project commenced.

Despite being pressed on all fronts, despite the difficulty of managing and pleasing all Filipinos, she continued to love them.

So what is her legacy as a President?

1. Despite the difficulty of managing Filipinos, she loved them and love the Philippines genuinely.
2. She served sincerely. She may be wrong, but she did what she believed is correct.
3. Though she is from an affluent family, she lived a simple life at Times st. As President, she did not live in Malacanang.
4. She protected democracy till her last breath.
5. She’s an example of servant leader.
6. At one point of our history, she made us all proud as Filipinos.

Present and future leaders should emulate her leadership brand.

Tita Cory speaking before the joint US Congress (2/3)

Tita Cory speaking before the joint US Congress (3/3)

Thank you Madam President for your contribution and love for this country. Thank you for making me proud to be a  Filipino.