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Benigno Aquino III

Benigno Simeon Cojuangco Aquino III (born February 8, 1960), popularly known as Noynoy Aquino or Benigno S. Aquino III, is a Philippine statesman. The only son of Benigno Aquino, Jr., a Senator imprisoned (and later assassinated), and Aquino's wife Corazon Aquino, who served as President from 1986 to 1992. Aquino was named after his father and his grandfather, Benigno Aquino, Sr., a one-time Speaker of the House of Representatives. He is also the brother of TV host and actress Kris Aquino.

Education

Aquino holds a BA in Economics degree from the Jesuit-run Ateneo de Manila University.

Wounded in 1987 coup attempt

Aquino was wounded during the 1987 failed coup attempt against his mother and was almost killed by a grenade. Specifically, on August 28, 1987, rebel soldiers led by Gregorio Honasan attacked the Malacañang Palace. Noynoy was hit by 5 bullets (one is still embedded in his neck), and 3 of his 4 escorts were killed (the fourth was wounded) protecting him.

Political life

Benigno Simeon “Noynoy” C. Aquino III has always viewed politics as a necessary vehicle for change, a perspective he formed early in life through the examples set by both of his parents.


In 1998, he ran for a seat in the House of Representatives and won. He would serve as Congressman of the 2nd District of Tarlac until 2007.


In his nine years at the Lower House, Noynoy focused on the fiscalizing role of a legislator. He felt that there were already too many laws, and good ones at that, but they seemingly lacked proper implementation. He concentrated on crafting laws that would help create opportunity rather than impose additional burdens to those who are already disadvantaged. He actively took part in budget deliberations to ensure that government initiatives do address the plight of the people who need help the most.


His commitment to continue the legacy of his parents was evident in his performance. In November 2004, he became Deputy House Speaker of Luzon, but he relinquished the post when he joined leaders of the Liberal Party (LP) in calling for the resignation of President Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo at the height of the “Hello Garci” scandal. To him, it was easier to give up the position than abandon his duty to hold accountable those who do wrong.


In May 2007, he ran for Senator and won, placing 6th in the national elections. He chairs the Senate Committee on Local Government, and is also the vice-chairperson of the Committee on Justice and Human Rights. He had been determined to ensure that his key legislative initiatives would bear fruit and to see them through until the end of his term.


However, fate had other plans for him. The passing of his mother, former President Cory Aquino, stirred a long-dormant yearning for good leadership. Filipinos from all walks of life, here and abroad, began to look at Noynoy as the new hope for a better Philippines. The groundswell calling for him to run for President became too loud to ignore, and eventually overcame his reluctance.


In his letter from prison many years ago, Ninoy said to Noynoy, “Son, the ball is now in your hands.”


Today, the people want the future back into their own hands and Noynoy will not let them down.


His critics say he merely trades on his good name and skeptics consider him a lightweight. Rivals accuse him of wrongdoing despite a clearly unblemished record. Noynoy’s detractors have been busy trying to bring him down, but their efforts have only allowed him to improve his popularity.


Noynoy is an economist by education, a lawmaker by vocation. He is an audiophile, history buff, marksman and self-taught billiards sharpie. He is a loving brother and uncle, and a steadfast friend. He is also destined to be the one to finally lead our country towards a brighter future.


“There is no greater nation than our Motherland. No greater people than our own. Serve them with all your heart, with all your might and with all your strength.” – Ninoy Aquino in a letter to his only son Noynoy





Thursday, September 3, 2009

Aquino gets opposition senator’s support


NQUIRER.net
First Posted 11:02:00 09/03/2009

MANILA, Philippines—(UPDATE 2) Ousted President Joseph Estrada should give up his presidential bid if he really wants to unify the opposition, Senator Panfilo “Ping” Lacson said on Thursday.

Lacson made this statement as he threw his support for Senator Benigno “Noynoy” Aquino III, who has yet to decide whether or not to run for president in 2010.

Among all possible presidential contenders next year, Lacson gave his preference for Aquino, whom he believes would surely fight corruption in the country.

“Si Noynoy, isa lang ang masasabi ko. At least , sigurado tayong hindi mangungurakot dahil si Noynoy sa maiksing panahon ng pagkakakilala namin sa Senado kita ko naman yung integridad nya na intact (In the short time that I’ve come to know Noynoy at the Senate, this I’m sure of: he will not be corrupt, his integrity is intact),” he said.

“Kesa naman mapunta yung presidency sa isang magsasamantala sa Pilipinas e siguro ipe-prefer ko na yung isang katulad ni Noynoy (Instead of the presidency going to someone who abuses the Philippines, I’d prefer someone like Noynoy),” he said.

Lacson was confident that Aquino will not steal from the government’s coffer.

In a later interview, Lacson’s camp however clarified that he wasn’t giving his categorical support for Aquino, only his preference, repeating his challenge to Estrada to withdraw his planned candidacy.

“Kung talagang ganun ang intention nya (Estrada), mauna sya. Hindi pupuwede yung pag lahat kayo umatras, aatras din ako (If that is really his intention, he should yield. It cannot be everyone will yield before he does),” he said, reacting to a question by a reporter.

In earlier interviews, Estrada had said that he would support Aquino should the latter decide to run for president. In the same breath, the ousted president said he is 99.9 percent sure to seek another term as chief executive.

“Kung ikaw, pinipresenta mo sarili mo bilang isang lider dapat manguna ka sa isang unification move. Hindi yung mauna kayo, pagka ako na lang naiwanan sasama na lang ako sa inyo. Hindi yun ang isang mark ng isang lider. Sigurista. Kaya para sa akin, walang factor sa akin yan kung ganun ang kanyang pangungusap. Yun ang pangungusap ng isang pulitiko (If you are presenting yourself as a leader, you should lead in the unification move. It cannot be others should come first, and the leader will follow after. That is not the mark of a leader. Wanting a sure win. His statement does not mean anything. That is the mark of a politician),” he further said.

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