Corazon Aquino,also known as "Cory", made an amazing accomplishment by becoming the first female president of the Philippines. She had to overcome many obstacles before she took on this major role. But in the end, her presidency contributed greatly to the way the Filipino government functions today. Corazon Aquino, the first woman president of the Philippines, made many positive changes in the country. On January 25, 1933, Corazon Aquino was born. She grew up in a …showed first 75 words of 903 total…

…showed last 75 words of 903 total…She gave the country a more positive outlook(Howard,98-107). Cory is a small and humble woman, however, she is strong and fired by her faith and courage. She has much love for her country. At one time she was just Benigno's widow. No one expected she would become the Filipino people's hope for a strong and united country. Corazon Aquino, the first woman president of the Philippines, made many positive changes in the country.