Beauty Quote by Imelda Marcos
![“Our opponent [Cory Aquino] does not put on any make up. She does not have her fingernails manicured. You know gays. They are for beauty. Filipinos who like beauty, love and God are for Marcos.” quote by Imelda Marcos](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2f8/imelda-marcos-9629_beauty_our-opponent-cory-aquino-does-not-put-on_608487.jpg)
“Our opponent [Cory Aquino] does not put on any make up. She does not have her fingernails manicured. You know gays. They are for beauty. Filipinos who like beauty, love and God are for Marcos.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public statement, 1985, Philippines
The speaker contrasts personal appearance with political allegiance, implying that those who value beauty align with the ruling regime.
In simple terms: Beauty preference signals political loyalty.
Key Takeaway
Beware of stereotyping based on appearance.
Themes
politics
identity
stereotyping
Mood
critical
reflective
Type
political
social commentary
When to use this quote
- campaign rhetoric
- media analysis
- social commentary
- voter behavior
Key Concepts
social perception
political loyalty
Questions to Reflect On
- How do personal aesthetics influence political views?
- Can appearance truly indicate ideology?
A Different Perspective
Such sweeping generalizations ignore individual complexity and can fuel division.
![“[Michelle Malkin] has been supporting a party which includes most of the idiots in this country who would judge her entirely and exclusively on her [Filipino] appearance.” quote by Keith Olbermann](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/666/keith-olbermann-10325_appearance_michelle-malkin-has-been-supporting-a-pa_2713362.jpg)
