At the Sto. Rosario Church in Angeles City, centuries-old bells were pealed to announce the initial victory at Edsa. I am very, very happy. We worked for this change. We expect a new, vibrant, pro-people leadership now, said Rene Romero, Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry Northern Luzon chapter president as he jumped in jubilation.
Real power lies in the people.
Anacleto Ignacio, secretary general of Bagong Alyansang Makabayan in Bulacan, said they had long wanted Reyes and Mercado to withdraw their support to President Estrada as it symbolized the start of the President s downfall. In San Fernando City, there was great jubilation from rallyists who had gathered at a prayer vigil-rally at the city plaza to demand the President s resignation. At Fort Del Pilar in Baguio City, PMA cadets cheered on learning that Reyes had thrown his support to the anti-Estrada forces. General Reyes declare he was leaving President Estrada. Gen. Eduardo Purificacion, PMA assistant superintendent.