NOYNOY FOR PRESIDENT

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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





Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Noynoy Aquino announces bid for presidency in 2010

It's a go for Sen. Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III.

Early on Wednesday, he announced that he will run for president in 2010 as standard bearer of the Liberal Party (LP).

"Tatakbo ako sa pagkapangulo sa darating na halalan (I will run for president in the coming election)," said Noynoy, who made the announcement on the 40th day after the death of his mother, former President Corazon C. Aquino.

He made the announcement at the historic Club Filipino in Greenhills, San Juan, where his famous mother took her oath as president on Feb. 25, 1986 during the final day of the EDSA People Power Revolution.

Aquino said he wants to be a president "that will be missed when I step down." Noynoy is the only son of Mrs. Aquino and opposition leader Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. Millions of people lined the streets of Manila during the funerals of both his parents, Mrs. Aquino last month and Ninoy in 1983, when he was gunned down upon return from US exile.

Among those present during Noynoy's announcement were his LP partymates Senators Manuel Roxas II, Kiko Pangilinan and Rodolfo Biazon. Former congressman Nereus Acosta, pop singer Jim Paredes, Lea Navarro of the Black and White Movement, and former Sen. Frankin Drilon also attended the event.

Also present were Noynoy's uncle, former Makati Rep. Agapito "Butch" Aquino, and sisters Ballsy, Pinky, and Kris with basketball star husband James Yap and their son Baby James.

Noynoy's girlfriend, Valenzuela Councilor Shalani Soledad, was also in the audience but she refused to give a message, saying she preferred to tell Noynoy what was on her mind "personally."

A certain Gloria Alcuaz of the group Kubol ng Pag-asa passed a can around marked "Piso para kay Noynoy (A peso for Noynoy)" to solicit contributions for the young senator's campaign.

Acosta, a top LP official and former representative of Bukidnon, said fund-raising drives for Noynoy's presidential campaign were going on in other parts of the country.

Noynoy said he offered the vice presidential slot to Roxas and he is still awaiting a response. Roxas announced that he was making a "supreme sacrifice" last week by stepping aside as LP standard bearer to give way to Noynoy, in response to public clamor for the latter to seek the presidency after Mrs. Aquino's death last month.

Mrs. Aquino died on August 1 after more than a year battling colon cancer. - GMANews. TV
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