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I want to make democracy work not only for the rich and the well connected but for everyone.

I am from the class that has, in a sense, benefited from the status quo, but everyone still gets victimized.

We don't get typhoons in December. They normally end by September. A typhoon happening in October is considered a late event.

From Benigno Aquino III

I was put into office by the people who believed in my idea that corruption is the root of poverty; that an end to corruption would mean an end to poverty.

From Benigno Aquino III

When I was a congressman, I had occasion to talk to this group of students who were taking their seat. There were about 80 of them and I asked them, 'How many of you will be serving in the country once you graduate?' And, out of the 80, there were two that raised their hands. The rest were thinking of leaving.

From Benigno Aquino III

When my father was assassinated, I decided that I would not compete with his memory, but the priority would be to achieve his dream.

From Benigno Aquino III

Let me make it clear: The Disbursement Allocation Program is not pork barrel. Of the DAP releases in 2011 and 2012, only nine percent was disbursed for projects suggested by legislators. The DAP is not theft. Theft is illegal.

From Benigno Aquino III

My father offered his life so our democracy could live. My mother devoted her life to nurturing that democracy. I will dedicate my life to making our democracy reach its fullest potential: that of ensuring equality for all. My family has sacrificed much, and I am willing to do this again if necessary.

From Benigno Aquino III

We will revive the emergency employment program established by former President Corazon Aquino. This will provide jobs for local communities and will help in the development of their and our economy.

From Benigno Aquino III

While I accept that there are certain things about my private life that will always be of interest to the public, it would be better if you give the same amount of attention to issues that matter as well.

From Benigno Aquino III

Benigno Aquino III

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