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Who was president of the Philippines before Marcos?

  • Diosdado Macapagal

  • Carlos P. Garcia

  • Ramon Magsaysay

  • Elpidio Quirino

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Carlos P. Garcia, the eighth president of the Philippines, held office from 1957 to 1961, preceding Ferdinand Marcos. Known for his "Filipino First" policy prioritizing national interests and promoting domestic industries, Garcia sought to reduce reliance on foreign aid and encourage economic self-sufficiency. His administration's focus on infrastructure development and agricultural reform made him a popular leader, earning him the nickname "the people's president."
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