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(Edgardo J. Angara)
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Early Life and Education
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Born to Juan Angara and Juana Javier, Edgardo Angara grew up in a community with deep historical roots. His early education fueled his ambition, leading him to the <a href="https://kahimyang.com/kauswagan/articles/1188/today-in-philippine-history-june-18-1908-the-university-of-the-philippines-was-established" class="news_link">University of the Philippines</a> (UP), where he earned his Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) in 1958. During his time at UP, he joined the Sigma Rho fraternity and was elected to the prestigious Pi Gamma Mu and Phi Kappa Phi international honor societies, reflecting his academic excellence. Angara furthered his education at the University of Michigan, obtaining a Master of Laws (LL.M) in 1964, which equipped him with a global perspective on legal and public policy issues.
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Legal Career and Early Contributions
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Before entering politics, Angara established himself as a leading figure in the legal profession. In 1972, alongside classmates from the UP College of Law, including <a href="https://kahimyang.com/kauswagan/articles/2869/today-in-philippine-history-february-14-1924-juan-ponce-enrile-was-born-in-gonzaga-cagayan" class="news_link">Juan Ponce Enrile</a>, he co-founded the ACCRA Law Offices, which became one of the Philippines' most prestigious law firms within a decade. He served as President of the Philippine Bar Association (1975–1976) and the Integrated Bar of the Philippines (1979–1981), solidifying his reputation as a legal luminary. Additionally, Angara was the founding President of the ASEAN Law Association (1980–1981), fostering regional legal cooperation.
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September 24, 1934: Edgardo J. Angara was born in Baler, Aurora