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When matters of conscience are at issue, one must be prepared to espouse and embrace a rightful cause, however unpopular it may be.’

— Cecilia Muñoz-Palma

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A beautiful irony which cannot be overlooked.

Marcos’ referendum to legitimize martial law can be of no far-reaching significance as it is accomplished under an atmosphere or climate of fear.

My loyalty is to the Constitution, to justice, and to the Filipino people.

Grandiose acts are not the measure of greatness; it is the small things that we do in the name of love and service to God, country and fellowmen that really counts.

When I took my oath of office, I said to myself that my loyalty is not to the appointing power but to the Constitution, to justice and to the Filipino people.

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