I was invited by President Bush to come to the United States on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the mutual defense treaty.

The Philippines has no policy that demands sacrifice of human lives.

I want ordinary people to enjoy a decent standard of living, with ever increasing security, comfort and joy.

I want justice to be so pervasive that it will be taken for granted, just as injustice is taken for granted today.

I sow; my successor reaps. This is the majesty of democracy.

I follow my father's philosphy; 'Do what is good, do what is right, and God will take care of the rest.'

It is simply the truth that the political system that I am part of has degenerated to the point that it needs fundamental change.