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

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

There is only one government in the Philippines and that is how it will stay.

The truth will come out in the end.

Why should I resign ... First of all, I am not guilty of any of these charges. Second, we have a constitution to follow.

Through the ballot, we can defend our democracy from the threat of dictatorship.