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Monday, July 24, 2006 (Philippines)

Arroyo to avoid ‘political noise’
President Arroyo is expected to surround herself today with achievers, including the likes of ring idol Manny Pacquiao and Miss International Precious Lara Quigaman, when she delivers her sixth State of the Nation Address.(Ap photo)
First, there were paper boats marked with the dreams of three children: for a good job, a home of their own, a chance to go to school. The year after that, the idea of “a strong republic.”

This year, for her sixth State of the Nation Address (SONA), President Arroyo will focus on the economy, particularly “strong local economies.”

“The people are tired of politics and the President is, too,” said Press Secretary and Presidential Spokesman Ignacio Bunye.

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