morning in manila, aquino was the only son this to the country's famous symbols of democracy. jimmy la ellen dorgan looks back at the life of the leader who lives a mixed legacy. been ignoring me, a 3rd came from a long line of filipino politicians. he was the son of a much loved president, as well as a national hero, his father, benito, nina akina junior, a well known opponent of president for a dinner mark was, was assassinated at manila airport. in 1983. his killing on the tarmac was described as breathing treatment. and shocking if i were to know his widow corazon aquino, who had seats out of politics, took over his room. she became the face of a people power movement that led to the end of the 21 year rule by marco. regarded by many as a dictator. she eventually became the 1st female president of the philippines. in 1986. his mother's passing in 2009 followed the huge outpouring of grief for her is the symbol of democracy. to many filipinos, she was a catalyst for him to run for the highest post in government. bidding her he was torn in as the 15th president in 2010 and died for nothing. then