Gloria Arroyo Quotes (44 Quotes)

One of the documents he inadvertently left behind was a draft of a document proclaiming himself as president once again,

The Filipino people mark a glorious day in history, when instead of forcing a president out of office through people power, they chose to keep a president through voting in the halls of constitutional democracy,

I hope they will not provoke me to declare martial law,

But as the opposition had little to give up as it holds neither power or position, ... offer that supreme sacrifice of giving up all that they believe is theirs to hold on to.

We must crush terrorism as we promote peace and order and establish an orderly, disciplined and vigilant society,

did not witness any distribution of bribes.

We have a strategic framework for fighting terrorism, and it is a framework our officials are discussing with the United States. Both countries are looking at this framework and looking at where the partnership in fighting terrorism domestically, regionally and globally can become more effective.

In the past, the military always had to hold their fire because of the hostages. Now they can really be in hot pursuit, and they're doing that,

any member of her administration was involved in this.

This is neither a political ploy nor a gimmick. I believe that this process will quickly lay the foundation for deep reforms in our society.

There is no calling in life nobler than to serve the people of one's nation in pursuit of the Jeffersonian ideal of life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. I, for one, feel privileged every day, every single day to be able to serve the people of the Philippines and to be associated with democrats like you from all over the world.

One protest leader, Renato Reyes, said that a people power ... September storm if the impeachment is killed this week.

to make sure that the cancer doesn't grow again.

As we are poised for the expanded VAT implementation with strong safety nets, global confidence in the Philippines is resurgent,

But our people must also know that that will not always be the case. Innocents will come into harms' way and circumstances may not allow such a successful outcome.

While we conserve energy and seek cheaper, more stable sources of oil, we must at the same time nurse our foreign exchange reserves by increasing inflows and curbing dollar expenditures,

History will mark its day of sadness when a great liberator of the Filipino people and a champion of God passed away, ... his wisdom and profound love for the poor and oppressed.

The Philippines will yet emerge as a prosperous, modern nation within our lifetimes.

They have broken the law, ... They will be court-martialed.

We shall enhance our strategic relationship with the U.S. through continuing training exercises to sharpen the Filipino soldiers capability to move and communicate to fix and finish off their targets,

We mourn with the world the passing of Pope John Paul II. His death brings to all a deep sense of grief and loss. He was a holy champion of the Filipino family and of the profound Christian values that make everyone of us contemplate, everyday, what is just, moral and sacred in life.

I firmly believe that under your able guidance, Indonesia's success in surmounting the economic and political challenges ahead will be advanced and its quest to strengthen its democratic institutions will be achieved,

grand display of maturity that seals our stability and resilience as a nation.

in the spirit of dialogue and understanding, I have bent backwards and listened to the legitimate grievances of some of the young officers.

Regarding those who face the death penalty, I announce that we are changing that punishment and will make (the maximum penalty) life imprisonment.

As commander in chief, I control the situation.

We need to guard the ballots, ... I'm hoping for a peaceful election process. I'm hoping the armed forces and the police will stay professional in their duties.

I made a decision to bring our troops home a few days early in order to spare the life of Angelo. I do not regret the decision. Every life is important. Angelo's was spared and we rejoice. We're all rewarded for it, particularly his loving family and friends,

In 1995, our police officers were able to arrest some people who were linked to both and uncovered documentary evidence that led to the conviction of the first bombers of the World Trade Center

The new Bali attacks after the London attacks show the resiliency of terrorists to strike targets when our guard is down,

a brazen act of terrorism which shall not go unpunished.

The underlying logic is that we cannot further integrate and consolidate as an economic bloc if we do not secure the ramparts of our own neighborhood,

War is never one-sided so my reaction to all this is that as a government we cannot be blackmailed.

I am declaring a state of emergency because of the clear threat to the nation.

terrorism in southwest Philippines.

His health is good, his spirits high and he sends best wishes to every Filipino for their thoughts and prayers.

Many people may think the soldiers are there to do combat,

We're waiting for emotions to subside, and we hope that the opposition will go back to their seats so we can proceed with the debate and hopefully with the voting,

I'm happy to announce that our long national vigil involving Angel de la Cruz is over. I thank the Lord Almighty for his blessings,

link the entire country through a network of transport infrastructure.

I hope that this will soon pass not only in the House but also the Senate,

We can now declare dividends from the coconut levy funds to benefit our coconut farmers,

Jobless people in those areas are so easily led to follow the siren song of the easy money coming from being hatchet men and accomplices of the terrorist groups,

President Bush and I are alike in many things. We both believe that the Philippines and the United States are strategic allies both in defense and in economic matters,