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- Also known as Cory Aquino Mother of Democarcy
- Born January 25, 1933, in Paniqui, Tarlac, Philippines
- President of Philippines from February 25, 1986, to June 30, 1992
- Occupation: Housewife, Politician
- Spouse: Benigno Aquino, Jr.
- Husband was assassinated
- First female president of the Philippines
- First female president of Asia
- Rebuilt the Philippines after Ferdinand Marcos
- Vocal opponent of the Gloria Arroyo presidency
- Announced she was suffering from colon cancer on March 24, 2008
- Died on August 1, 2009 of colon cancer
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Political Background
On February 25, 1986, Aquino was sworn into office. While in office, the new Philippine Constitution was enacted. One month into her presidency, Aquino issued the Proclamation No. 3. In 1987, she issued the Presidential Proclamation 131 and Executive Order 229, which dealt with land reform. The year before her run in office ended, she signed into law the Local Government Code. In 1992, Aquino opted out of the presidential race and chose to back her Defense Secretary Fidel V. Ramos.Significance
Aquino is noted for opposing the autocratic rule of Ferdinand Marcos and for fighting to introduce democracy to her country. Recently, she has been a vocal opponent of the presidency of Gloria Arroyo, repeatedly calling for her resignation. She is also a staunch supporter of peace, women's empowerment and religious piety.
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Legacy of our Beloved Corazon Aquino
As you've said in your last words "TAKE CARE OF EACH OTHER", and so we, the Filipinos, will. All the proceeds from managing this page shall be donated to BSAF (Benigno S. Aquino, Jr. Foundation), so let us please help each other in this endeavor. Nothing is unattainable if we all unite. -
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Corazon Aquino on Amazon
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Corazon Aquino: Journey to Power - $10.49
Describes Corazon Aquino's life from her early childhood to her election as president of the Philippines, including her time spent in the United States and her marriage to Benigno.Amazon
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Corazon Aquino: Leader of the Philippines (Contemporary Women Series) - $18.95
Traces the life of the woman who won election as the first woman president of the Philippines in 1986.Amazon
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Corazon Aquino and Salvador Laurel / TIME Cover: March 10, 1986, Framed Art Print by TIME Magazine - $15.95
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Corazon Aquino Questions
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A Short Meaningful Tribute To The Late President Corazon Aquino? 2 AnswersFirst woman president of the Philippines and the first woman president in Asia.Mother of Philippine Democracy. Led the bloodless revolution in 1986 that overtur... read more -
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Corazon Aquino News
- Google News: Corazon Aquino
- ABS-CBN News: Kris Aquino Reveals Her Mom Cory Has Colon Cancer (March 24, 2008)
- Inquirer (Philippines): Aquino: Fight May Take Longer (March 3, 2008)
WARNING: Pop-ups - "Former president Corazon Aquino Sunday told Filipinos to prepare for a long fight, but said that in the end the public protests against corruption could force President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo to resign."
- Inquirer (Philippines): Palace to Aquino: Be Agent of Development Not Discord (March 3, 2008)
WARNING: Pop-ups - Inquirer (Philippines): Aquino Calls on Arroyo to Quit 2nd Time Around (February 27, 2008)
WARNING: Pop-ups - Xinhua News: Former Philippine President Aquino Urges Arroyo to Resign (February 26, 2008)
- Inquirer (Philippines): Palace Rejects Aquino Call on Arroyo to 'Resign' (February 26, 2008)
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http://www.time.com/time/specials/poylist/0,32517,1946375,00.html -Time's Person of the Year Fond Farewells..#1. Corazon Aquino
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RT @rockedradio Rock Ed Radio polls, Person of the Year 2009 - late Pres. Corazon Aquino. Thank you for participating in the choice. :)
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RT @rockedradio: Rock Ed Radio polls, Person of the Year 2009 is the late Pres. Corazon Aquino. Thank you for participating in the choi ...
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Rock Ed Radio polls, Person of the Year 2009 is the late Pres. Corazon Aquino. Thank you for participating in the choice. :)
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Fond Farewells 2009 (TIME): 1. Corazon Aquino
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