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Corazon Aquino was a Filipino politician who served as president of the Philippines from 1986 to 1992. She came to office after the People Power Revolution ended Ferdinand Marcos's authoritarian rule, following a disputed presidential election in which she had been the principal opposition candidate. Her administration restored constitutional government under the 1987 Constitution but also faced coup attempts, economic difficulties, and entrenched political conflicts.
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When was Corazon Aquino president of the Philippines?
Corazon Aquino served as president of the Philippines from 1986 to 1992. She became president after the People Power Revolution ended Ferdinand Marcos's authoritarian rule.
How did Corazon Aquino become president?
Aquino became the principal opposition candidate in the disputed 1986 presidential election against Ferdinand Marcos. The People Power Revolution then forced Marcos from power and brought Aquino into office.
What was the People Power Revolution?
The People Power Revolution was a mass civic movement in the Philippines that helped remove Ferdinand Marcos in 1986. Its success led to Corazon Aquino becoming president.
What political change is Corazon Aquino associated with?
Aquino is associated with restoring democratic government in the Philippines after the Marcos era. Her presidency began in 1986 and lasted until 1992.
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