Corazon Aquino
Filipino politician, 11th President
Born
January 25th, 1933
92 years ago
Died
August 1st, 2009
16 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Philippines
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Served as the 11th President of the Philippines from 1986 to 1992. First female president in Asia, following the People Power Revolution that ousted Ferdinand Marcos. Advocated for democratic reforms and human rights, restoring democratic institutions after years of martial law. Her administration faced challenges such as a coup attempt and economic issues but focused on rebuilding the nation’s political landscape.
First female president of the Philippines
Led the People Power Revolution
Restored democracy in the Philippines
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