Love of country, subordination of personal interests to the common good, concern and care for the helpless and the impoverished - these are among the lost and faded values that we seek to recover and revitalize as we commence our journey towards a better Philippines.
For every profanity, there's a story behind it. People should go beyond my cussing.
To all my political opponents, all and sundry, not only the presidential bets, I would like to offer my hand to friendship.
I am a lawyer and 22 years the mayor of Davao City. I served as congressman of the first district for one term, and I was vice mayor to my daughter, Inday.
I am a man of many flaws and contradictions.
Destiny is not designed by mere mortals like us. It is crafted by God.
Many are asking what my credentials are and what I can do for the Philippines. They are telling me that they heard I am a womanizer. That is true. That is very true.
The state must protect the media. In a democracy, the role of media is very important. In the absence of a credible opposition party, you can rely on the media.
You have to support the government, not to me personally; I do not want anyone cultivating loyalty to me. I don't like that.
From day one, I told people there are consequences for not abiding by the law.
I only want three children for every family. I'm a Christian, but I'm a realist, so we have to do something with our overpopulation. I will defy the opinion or the belief of the Church.
God does not discriminate against people, regardless of color, religion, social class, or gender and sexual preferences.
I slap people in public, especially erring policemen. I can even challenge them to a duel. I am a gunfighter.
I have to build a new environment for the people. I will place them in ecozones and provide them assistance. I will build hospitals there. There will be economic activity.
I've always said that God will somehow enlighten me.
Erosion of faith and trust in government - that is the real problem that confronts us.
What you should worry about is how you suffer here on this planet. You do not worry about suffering after you make the exit.
My worry is how to protect the Filipino.
You cannot prevent me from talking. I am exercising my right to free speech.
Freedom of expression is very important.
