When you restore democracy, you cannot say that only those who worked for the restoration of democracy will be allowed to use the privileges of a democracy.
Corazon AquinoRead
I would like to ask the many Filipino people to pray together, to help each other so that we will be able to preserve the democracy we restored 20 years ago.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Corazon Aquino calls for unity and collective prayer among Filipinos to safeguard democracy.
In this quote, Corazon Aquino emphasizes the importance of collective effort and spiritual solidarity among the Filipino people in preserving the democracy that was restored two decades prior. She invites the citizens to come together in prayer and support for one another, highlighting the shared responsibility and strength in unity to protect their democratic values.
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In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared during community gatherings to emphasize the importance of unity.
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