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Quotes by Imelda Marcos
Imelda Marcos, born on July 2, 1929, is a prominent figure in Philippine history, known for her role as the First Lady during her husband Ferdinand Marcos's presidency from 1965 to 1986. Renowned for her extravagant lifestyle, including a legendary shoe collection, she became a symbol of both opulence and political controversy. Following the Marcos regime, which was marked by martial law and allegations of human rights abuses, Imelda's legacy endures as a complex interplay of power, privilege, and resilience in the face of political upheaval.
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"When they see me holding fish, they can see that I am comfortable with kings as well as with paupers."
Imelda Marcos"Ferdinand was a gold trader. He was a lawyer for mining companies. When he entered politics in l949, he had tons and tons of gold. When Bill Gates was a college dropout, Ferdinand already possessed billions of dollars and tons of gold. It wasn't stolen."
Imelda Marcos"I love everybody. One of the great things about me is that I have a very positive attitude."
Imelda Marcos"Never dress down for the poor. They won't respect you for it. They want their First Lady to look like a million dollars."
Imelda Marcos