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- After Arroyo's SONA, she walks down the main aisle, shaking the hands of those who are congratulating her.2:02 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- Arroyo ends her SONA with a standing ovation.2:00 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- Arroyo claims that since 2001, marine sanctuaries have been created. 1.5 million pesos will be included in the 2009 budget for water.1:56 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- 2 billion pesos have been allocated for reforestation to combat natural calamities like typhoons.1:56 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- She adds: “We are sticking to and widening fiscal reforms. To our investors, thank you.”1:56 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- Arroyo claims that credit rating agencies “have kept a positive or stable outlook on the country.”1:56 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- "We have made tough choices. I thank God, and I thank Congress," Arroyo said. For footing the bill, Arroyo said she thanks the taxpayers.1:35 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- To address global challenges, Arroyo said we have to reach out to those we need and who may need us, yet we strive for self-reliance."1:33 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- Arroyo said, "We’re in a roller coaster ride and looming economic recession in the US, erasing developments," she said.1:33 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- Arroyo starts speech with economic outlook. She cites low inflation, new jobs and what she calls a better economy.1:32 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from web
- President Arroyo starts her speech strong without glancing at any sheet of paper.1:07 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- The President is heavily applauded as she is called to give her SONA. She gets out of her large seat and walks down to the podium.1:02 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- The crowd remains standing while the legislators prayer is being said.1:00 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- The country's national anthem is presently being sung.12:59 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- President Arroyo is getting closer to the rostrum and the House of Representatives corale is expected to sing the "Lupang Hinirang."12:58 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- The government officials in the Session Hall get up and applaud the entry of the President Arroyo. The band plays.12:56 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- President enters the Main Hall lower rostrum where she will be met by the House Speaker Nograles and the Senate President Villar.12:54 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- President is expected to enter through the South lounge, to the main entrance of the session hall.12:45 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- Inside the Session Hall, everyone can witness the arrival of the President with two giant screens.12:38 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
- Presidential Spokesperson Jose Dureza is seen wearing a Barong Tagalog designed by Anthony Legarda made of local silk and pineapple.12:34 AM Jul 28th, 2008 from TwitterFox
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