Conclusion
Initially, Ferdinand Marcos implemented beneficial policies. He helped the people who were in need of medical treatment by constructing infrastructures like the Children's Medical Center. He also built buildings that attracts tourists like the the Coconut Palace. As time passed, the power got to his head, thus losing focus and letting the Philippines down. When Marcos' second term was coming to an end, he wanted Imelda (his wife) to run. When he realized she would not win, he declared Martial Law to keep his power. From that event, he abused the Philippines by taking away the people's rights and powers. Martial Law also took away his people's freedom of speech and petition, which led to the People Power Revolution that forced him to give up his presidency and leave the Philippines. At first, the Filipino people trusted him because of his positive responsible acts; but as time passed, he betrayed the Filipinos. Our message to everyone is to trust your leaders but always be cautious of their actions because we do not want to end up with the same fate as the Philippines.