Raymond Arroyo Quotes

“Many believe effective networking is done face-to-face, building a rapport with someone by looking at them in the eye, leading to a solid connection and foundational trust.”

“There is no such thing as making the miracle happen spontaneously and on the spot. You've got to work.”

“We've supported the U.S. every step of the way. The Philippines was the first government in Asia after September 11, in fact, the night of September 11; it was nighttime for us then. It was daytime here. We were the first government in Asia to come out and say that we're supporting the U.S.”

“It is the civilian part of the politics that is very, very bad, and we have to change that.”

“We must weed out corruption and build a strong system of justice that the people can trust.”

“I was invited by President Bush to come to the United States on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the mutual defense treaty.”

“We have to be bold in our national ambitions. First, we must win the fight against poverty within the next decade. Second, we must improve moral standards in government and society to provide a strong foundation for good governance. Third, we must change the character of our politics to promote fertile ground for reforms.”

“The power of one, if fearless and focused, is formidable, but the power of many working together is better.”

“The best thing parents can do for their children is allow them to be who they were born to be.”

“You more than anyone else dederve to be loved and happy. Do not remain in any relationship that robs you of those two things.”