 President Benigno Simeon Aquino III delivers his message at the Groundbreaking Ceremony of the Obelisk of Freedom in Sto. Niño, Naga City, Camarines Sur Tuesday February 22, 2011. It symbolizes the city’s contribution to the restoration of democracy during the dark days of the dictatorship leading to the installation of former President Corazon C. Aquino. The triangular obelisk will be topped by a dove representing the Naguenos universal yearning for peace, freedom and justice while the yellow ribbon symbolizes democracy. The Assisting the President are DILG Secretary Jesse Robredo and Naga City Vice Mayor Gabriel Bordado, Jr. (Photo by: Rey Baniquet/ Malacañang Photo Bureau) |