My detention has been worth every second if only to prove my innocence to those who truly matter most my countrymen.

The downsides of globalization are indeed painful, ... But taking the bigger pills against its ills is superior to living inside a sterile bubble.

Philippine President Joseph Estrada said he was saddened by the conviction. It's very unfortunate and what happened is saddening, ... If he really is innocent, then the day will come that his name will be cleared.

My term ends in June 2004 and I have no intention to change that.

I will prove my innocence, ... I guarantee the Filipino people that I will be vindicated because the truth is on my side.

My detention has been worth every second if only to prove my innocence to those who truly matter most my countrymen.

The truth will come out in the end.