Get your dose of Miriam Defensor-Santiago quotes

MANILA, Philippines - Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago once said, “there’s nothing wrong with my brain, contrary to the impression of my enemies.” We could all agree to that; unless, you want to get whipped with the Iron Lady of Asia’s sharp tongue.

Known for her intimidating persona and her feisty remarks, Senator Miriam is probably one of the most well-known politicians of her time. Adore her or despise her, she adds spice to the never ending circus in politics and constantly gives sound bites and quotable quotes that are worth the headlines.

We could also agree that if Senator Miriam puts up her own TV show, other networks would really give a run for their money.

Here are some of the most stinging remarks and most clever opinions we have heard from Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago:

On religion:

They are quoting Jesus? but none of them were living when he was around plus they’re quoting God but the Bible says no one has ever seen God. In fact, if we claimed to have seen God, as I said, you are in urgent need of psychiatric care.

On Valentine’s Day:

Alam n'yo ba ang iba pang tawag sa Valentine’s day? Para sa malungkot na single,ang tawag dito ay Single’s Awareness Day. Para sa mga masaya na single, ang tawag dito ay Single’s Independence Day. Pero sa mga walang pakialam, ang tawag dito ay Thursday.

On Public Display of Affection:

Maybe if I were 20 years younger, or maybe if I am as young as Heart Evangelista, it would be endearing to kiss in public. But to do that at my age would just be disgusting.

On relationships:

Did you know that an earthworm has five hearts, whereas an octopus has two hearts? Kaya kung may kilala ka na nagmamahal ng higit sa dalawa, tanungin mo kung anong klaseng hayop sila.

On being single:

Para sa mga single, umuwi nang maaga mula sa school o sa trabaho para isipin nila may date ka.

On unrequited love:

Ang LOVE parang bayad sa dyip. Minsan lang nasusuklian.

On being faithful:

It is very important that you should choose the person you will marry and stay with that person. There are many people now who believe in serial love, loving one person after another. I don’t think that is good for our mental health. I think we should get it over with. Love is like measles, you know. You only get it once in your lifetime and you are immune forever. I am very happy to say that is what happened to me. I am completely immune to any temptation. All men who have passed my life after I got married might as well have been sticks of furniture.

On being vocal:

Tuwing makikita ko ang mukha mo, parang gusto kong sumigaw ng Objection!

On sex:

Sino sa inyo ang interesado sa sex? Kung hindi ka interesado, magpagamot ka. Abnormal ‘yan.

On death:

I am not afraid to die but I’m afraid that there might be no SEX after death.