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 1, 2009

Roco party wants Noynoy to be standard bearer

The political party of the late Senator Raul Roco on Monday urged Senator Benigno “Noynoy" Aquino III to be its standard bearer for the 2010 elections.

"As raw and unassuming as he is, he is the best bet for president. It is our duty to help him become better enabled," said Aksyon Demorkratiko (AD) chair Sonia Roco, Raul’s wife, during a press conference at Club Filipino in Greenhills, San Juan City.

In explaining the party’s decision, Mrs. Roco said the son of former President Corazon Aquino and opposition leader Benigno Aquino Jr. "has the moral character and the emotional strength to withstand the slings and arrows of the outrageous breakdown for our sociopolitical systems."

In an open letter dated August 26, Mrs. Roco said she formally invited Noynoy to run for president.

"We are ready to proclaim you (Aquino) as standard bearer for President of the Philippines. If by God’s good grace, you accept, then we can meet and plan the details together," she said.
Noynoy had been coy about his plans for the 2010 elections. On Sunday, the senator did not show up at GMA-7’s “Eleksyon 2010 na, Tatakbo Ka Ba?" fun run because he said he was "still undecided" on his political plans.

The gathering, which drew about 5,000 people, was attended by 13 presidential and vice presidential hopefuls who vowed they would ensure clean and honest elections in 2010. The event was broadcast live on television and via livestream on GMANews.TV.

Senator Aquino, who belongs to the Liberal Party, is reportedly being eyed to be the running mate of would-be standard bearer Senator Manuel Roxas II
But Noynoy, whose term will expire in 2013, hinted he did not have any intention of seeking a higher position yet.

"I do not relish aspiring for a higher office at this point in time. The focus should be on performing my functions and my duties and responsibilities in this present mode and I have to highlight that given the current administration, we are not in a normal situation," he said.

Failed bid for the presidency

In 1997, then Senator Raul Roco founded Aksyon Demokratiko to serve as his vehicle in aiming for the presidency in 1998. Then Vice President Joseph Estrada won the race with a huge margin over the other contenders.

In 2004, Raul Roco again aspired for the presidency. President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo emerged winner in what her critics would later described as a fraud-ridden electoral exercise.

Roco, who once served in Mrs. Arroyo's Cabinet as education secretary, succumbed to cardiac arrest in August 2005 after battling prostate cancer.

Mrs. Roco herself sought a Senate seat during the 2007 elections but failed to make it to the winning circle. - with Sophia Dedace, GMANews.TV
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