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Defensor Santiago was known as the Dragon Lady, the Platinum Lady, the Incorruptible Lady, the Impregnable Lady, Feisty Senator, The Doctor of All Laws, the Omniscient Woman and most popularly, the Iron Lady of Asia.
Aug 22, 2022 · Defensor-Santiago was indeed a female icon for the 21st century, earning the nickname the “Iron Lady of Asia,” even when most Asian women were happy to be behind the scenes. Her intellect, accomplishments, and outspokenness make her an extraordinary role model to the youth, who continue to look up to her today.
Jan 21, 2022 · Known as the “Iron Lady of Asia” and popular among the youth for her memorable witticisms, Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago has made Philippine politics even more colorful. The lady senator won the Ramon Magsaysay Award for Government Service and the 1985 TOYM Award for Law, just to name a few.
Sep 29, 2016 · Miriam Defensor Santiago has been dubbed as the "Iron Lady of Asia" for her no-nonsense drive against graft and corruption when she served all the three branches of the government—judicial, executive, and legislative.
Jun 14, 2021 · Defensor-Santiago was known as the “Iron Lady of Asia" and the “Dragon Lady” for her fearless views on issues. She was the first Asian to be elected as a judge of the International Criminal Court (ICC), and the first Filipino elected as a commissioner for the International Development Organization.
Sep 29, 2019 · As the “Iron Lady of Asia,” Santiago was unrelenting in her campaign against graft and corruption in the government. She was a legal officer of the United Nations in Geneva, a regional trial...
Sen. Santiago is a woman of destiny. She will be remembered in Philippine history as a genuine hero of her people. She has been called the incorruptible lady, the platinum lady, the tiger lady, the dragon lady, the iron lady of Asia, the queen of popularity polls, and the undisputed campus hero.
Sep 29, 2016 · Known as the Iron Lady of Filipino politics, Santiago was a feisty senator who took bold stands on major issues like corruption and defence agreements.
Mar 3, 2024 · Miriam Defensor Santiago was a trailblazer in Philippine politics, known for her unwavering commitment to public service. Born on June 15, 1945, she achieved numerous accomplishments throughout her life, from earning degrees from prestigious institutions to serving as a senator for three terms.
Sep 29, 2016 · The former judge was known as the Iron Lady of Asia for her frankness and drive against corruption. “She was both known and feared for her quick wit and her even quicker tongue in court and at...
