Certainly, here are some impactful quotes that can be used in debates across a wide range of

topics:

"The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing." - Edmund Burke

"In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends." -
Martin Luther King Jr.

"The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall." - Nelson
Mandela

"The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams." - Eleanor Roosevelt

"The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today." - Franklin D. Roosevelt

"The best way to predict the future is to create it." - Peter Drucker

"Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the
future." - John F. Kennedy

"The world is changed by your example, not by your opinion." - Paulo Coelho

"It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop." - Confucius

"Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts." - Winston
Churchill

"The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing." - Socrates

"The measure of who we are is what we do with what we have." - Vince Lombardi

"Be the change that you wish to see in the world." - Mahatma Gandhi

"The only way to do great work is to love what you do." - Steve Jobs

"The strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the home." - Confucius

"Knowledge is power." - Francis Bacon

"We can complain because rose bushes have thorns, or rejoice because thorns have roses." -
Alphonse Karr
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed,
it's the only thing that ever has." - Margaret Mead

"In a gentle way, you can shake the world." - Mahatma Gandhi

"Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere." - Albert Einstein

Consti Provisions
Article II, Section 4 - Supremacy of Civilian Authority: "The prime duty of the Government is to
serve and protect the people. The Government may call upon the people to defend the State
and, in the fulfillment thereof, all citizens may be required, under conditions provided by law, to
render personal military or civil service."

Article II, Section 5 - Separation of Church and State: "The separation of Church and State shall
be inviolable."

Article III, Section 1 - Equal Protection of the Law: "No person shall be deprived of life, liberty, or
property without due process of law, nor shall any person be denied the equal protection of the
laws."

Article III, Section 2 - Due Process: "The right of the people to be secure in their persons,
houses, papers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures of whatever nature
and for any purpose shall be inviolable, and no search warrant or warrant of arrest shall issue
except upon probable cause to be determined personally by the judge after examination under
oath or affirmation of the complainant and the witnesses he may produce, and particularly
describing the place to be searched and the persons or things to be seized."

Article III, Section 4 - Freedom of Speech, Expression, and of the Press: "No law shall be
passed abridging the freedom of speech, of expression, or of the press, or the right of the
people peaceably to assemble and petition the Government for redress of grievances."

Article III, Section 7 - Right to Information: "The right of the people to information on matters of
public concern shall be recognized. Access to official records, and to documents, and papers
pertaining to official acts, transactions, or decisions, as well as to government research data
used as basis for policy development, shall be afforded the citizen, subject to such limitations as
may be provided by law."

Article XIII, Section 1 - Social Justice and Human Rights: "The Congress shall give highest
priority to the enactment of measures that protect and enhance the right of all the people to
human dignity, reduce social, economic, and political inequalities, and remove cultural inequities
by equitably diffusing wealth and political power for the common good."
Article XIII, Section 6 - Role of Youth in Nation Building: "The State recognizes the vital role of
the youth in nation-building and shall promote and protect their physical, moral, spiritual,
intellectual, and social well-being. It shall inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism, and
encourage their involvement in public and civic affairs."

Article VI, Section 1 - Legislative Power: "The legislative power shall be vested in the Congress
of the Philippines which shall consist of a Senate and a House of Representatives."

Article VI, Section 21 - Powers of the Senate: "The Senate or the House of Representatives or
any of its respective committees may conduct inquiries in aid of legislation in accordance with its
duly published rules of procedure."

Article VII, Section 1 - Executive Power: "The executive power shall be vested in the President
of the Philippines."

Article IX-A, Section 1 - Constitutional Commissions: "The constitutional commissions, which

shall be independent, are the Civil Service Commission, the Commission on Elections, and the
Commission on Audit."

Article X, Section 1 - Local Autonomy: "The territorial and political subdivisions shall enjoy local
autonomy."

Article XII, Section 1 - National Economy and Patrimony: "The goals of the national economy
are a more equitable distribution of opportunities, income, and wealth; a sustained increase in
the amount of goods and services produced by the nation for the benefit of the people; and an
expanding productivity as the key to raising the quality of life for all, especially the
underprivileged."

Article XIII, Section 2 - Agrarian and Natural Resources Reform: "The State shall promote
comprehensive rural development and agrarian reform."

Article XIV, Section 1 - Education: "The State shall protect and promote the right of all citizens to
quality education at all levels and shall take appropriate steps to make such education
accessible to all."

Article XVI, Section 11 - National Economy and Patrimony (Foreign Ownership): "No franchise,
certificate, or any other form of authorization for the operation of a public utility shall be granted
except to citizens of the Philippines or to corporations or associations organized under the laws
of the Philippines at least sixty per centum of whose capital is owned by such citizens."

Article XVII, Section 1 - Amendment or Revision of the Constitution: "Any amendment to, or
revision of, this Constitution may be proposed by: (1) The Congress, upon a vote of three-
fourths of all its Members; or (2) A constitutional convention."
Article III, Section 8 - Freedom of Association: "The right of the people, including those
employed in the public and private sectors, to form unions, associations, or societies for
purposes not contrary to law shall not be abridged."

Article III, Section 9 - Right Against Unlawful Detention: "The privilege of the writ of habeas
corpus shall not be suspended except in cases of invasion or rebellion when the public safety
requires it."

Article III, Section 12 - Right to Travel: "The right of the people to be secure in their persons,
houses, papers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures of whatever nature
and for any purpose shall be inviolable, and no search warrant or warrant of arrest shall issue
except upon probable cause to be determined personally by the judge after examination under
oath or affirmation of the complainant and the witnesses he may produce, and particularly
describing the place to be searched and the persons or things to be seized."

Article III, Section 18 - Freedom of Speech, Expression, and of the Press: "No law shall be
passed abridging the freedom of speech, of expression, or of the press, or the right of the
people peaceably to assemble and petition the Government for redress of grievances."

Article III, Section 20 - Right to Information: "The right of the people to information on matters of
public concern shall be recognized. Access to official records, and to documents, and papers
pertaining to official acts, transactions, or decisions, as well as to government research data
used as basis for policy development, shall be afforded the citizen, subject to such limitations as
may be provided by law."

Article VI, Section 23 - Impeachment: "The House of Representatives shall have the exclusive
power to initiate all cases of impeachment."

Article VII, Section 14 - Absolute Pardon: "Except in cases of impeachment, or as otherwise

provided in this Constitution, the President may grant reprieves, commutations, and pardons,
and remit fines and forfeitures, after conviction by final judgment."

Article VIII, Section 1 - Judicial Power: "Judicial power includes the duty of the courts of justice
to settle actual controversies involving rights which are legally demandable and enforceable,
and to determine whether or not there has been a grave abuse of discretion amounting to lack
or excess of jurisdiction on the part of any branch or instrumentality of the Government."

Article X, Section 5 - Local Government Autonomy: "Each local government unit shall have the
power to create its own sources of revenue and to levy taxes, fees, and charges subject to such
guidelines and limitations as the Congress may provide."

Article XIV, Section 2 - Right to Education: "The State shall establish, maintain, and support a
complete, adequate, and integrated system of education relevant to the needs of the people and
society."
Laws
Republic Act No. 386 - Civil Code of the Philippines: This law is the foundational legal document
that governs various aspects of civil law in the Philippines, including contracts, property, family
relations, and obligations.

Republic Act No. 6713 - Code of Conduct and Ethical Standards for Public Officials and
Employees: This law establishes the ethical standards and behavior expected from public
officials and employees in the Philippines to ensure transparency, accountability, and integrity in
government service.

Republic Act No. 9165 - Comprehensive Dangerous Drugs Act of 2002: This law addresses
issues related to illegal drugs, including regulations, penalties, and procedures for enforcement.
It aims to combat drug-related offenses and protect public health.

Republic Act No. 9262 - Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004: This law
provides protection and legal remedies for women and children who are victims of violence,
abuse, and exploitation, promoting their welfare and safety.

Republic Act No. 9710 - Magna Carta of Women: This law seeks to eliminate discrimination
against women and promote gender equality by ensuring their participation, protection, and
empowerment in various aspects of society.

Republic Act No. 10121 - Philippine Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Act of 2010: This
law establishes a comprehensive framework for disaster risk reduction and management in the
Philippines, with the goal of enhancing the country's resilience to disasters.

Republic Act No. 10354 - Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012: This
law addresses reproductive health and family planning, ensuring access to information and
services for family planning, maternal health, and population control.

Republic Act No. 10591 - Comprehensive Firearms and Ammunition Regulation Act: This law
regulates the ownership, possession, and use of firearms and ammunition in the Philippines,
aiming to maintain public safety and prevent misuse.

Republic Act No. 10912 - Continuing Professional Development Act of 2016: This law mandates
professionals in various fields to undergo continuous education and training to update their skills
and knowledge, ensuring competence in their respective industries.

Republic Act No. 11223 - Universal Health Care Act: This law aims to provide comprehensive
health care services to all Filipinos, ensuring equitable access to quality health services and
promoting the overall well-being of the population.