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Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr.

Benigno "Ninoy" Aquino Jr. is the founding figure of the Aquino dynasty, the first of the family to reach prominence in this field.

Leading opposition senator to the Marcos dictatorship whose 1983 assassination at Manila airport galvanized the movement that toppled the regime.

Quick Facts

Profession
Senator
Born
1932
Died
1983
Nationality
Filipino

Notable Works

  • Philippine Senate opposition leader
  • Symbol of the 1986 People Power Revolution

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