A lot of people keep discussing about Martial Law which in fact is legal under any government law around the world.
But what many failed to grasp was that the Marcos Martial Law was an excuse to commit abuse. 9-10 years of martial law? That's what you can say is a clear reason to cling to power. There isn't even a military junta/tribunal like Egypt now that tries to keep it's ranks in check.
My conclusion:
Marcos was a good and performing president when he was 'sane'.
Cory had to do her part in cleaning up the tons of skeletons piled up from Martial Law.
Generation X pinoys can never forget what Martial Law brought.
Generation Y pinoys are being brainwashed into thinking that Martial Law was right.
If you do not believe me, ask your parents or grandparents.
If you don't have one, read the history books. That's what they are there for.
OT: When I went to Vienna, Austria last month, I came by a mansion (or castle) which is owned by Imee Marcos.
You can guess where the money came from.
But the source who told me was none other than the president of Austria's Philippine society.
Mabuhay Pilipinas!