This thread is about people you look up to but aren't really internationally known. They might be local artists/politicians or a friend or family member.
Here is mine:
Miriam Defensor Santiago
If this bish is a member here, she would drag us all. She is the greatest female politician of our generation and was cheated out of the Philippine presidency in 1992.
Quotes:
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“It is not important to ask, ‘Will the CID Commissioner die a premature death?’ No, the more important question is: ‘Is there sex after death?’”
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“Sir, I remind you that as the Commissioner of Immigration and Deportation, I represent the majesty of the Republic of the Philippines. You have the obligation to show respect and courtesy to me. Now shut up, or I'll knock your teeth off!”
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“This is goodbye. I shall not importune you any longer. I shall fade into the night like Batman.”
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“My ambition is more modest. I desire only to be known as the Demi Moore of Philippine politics.”
Frida Khalo, she was genius and incredible. She was a strong and courageous woman that stood for exactly what she believed in. She was for sure ahead of her time.
Two of my favorite Frida portraits
I guess she's "known" but it's a bit different than the usual celebrity
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