My life has been devoted to the upliftment of the Filipino by reestablishing his identity and dignity.

I have been called brave in my time, but brave as I may have been against foreign invaders, I have no heart to shed Filipino blood.

My life has been devoted to peacemaking.

I'll take my destiny, whatever that may be, but I'm going to fight for my dignity and my honor.

Filipino talents and skills are becoming ubiquitous in many parts of the world. Returning Filipino workers have helped improve our skills and technological standards.

My dreams have become puny with the reality my life has become.