“The Iron Lady” – Miriam Defensor Santiago, dead at 71

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MANILA, Philippines – Atty. Jun Santiago, husband of Miriam Defensor Santiago reported this morning that Miriam died in her sleep at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Bonifacio Global City.

Santiago succumbed to stage 4 lung cancer – a former lawmaker and beloved friend by many throughout the Philippines, Santiago twice attempted to gain leadership by running for President of the Philippines. 

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Born in Iloilo City on June 15th, 1945, Santiago led a unique life and was known throughout the world as ‘The Iron Lady of the Philippines.’

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