This is not the first time a Philippine leader has tried to rein in the loggers.

It has also become an important tool in policy making decision of Philippine leaders.

Western analysts and Philippine military leaders say the insurgency's dramatic expansion in recent years is based on its political work at various levels as much as on military action.

Various politicians across the political spectrum expressed their grief and praise for the former Philippine leader.

Since the end of Spanish colonial rule in 1898, many Philippine leaders have tried to bring about land reform and failed.

The President also has the option of killing an indictment, and an Administration official described the President as "very troubled" about prosecuting the former Philippine leader.

It was the biggest demonstration to date against the embattled Philippine leader, who faces allegations that she cheated in last year's election.

But the Philippine Constitution, laws and domestic politics made that impossible, so Philippine leaders came up with the idea of a training exercise.

Everywhere in Manila, people are asking whether "People Power" will force out another Philippine leader.

Finally, Reagan seemed to be resigned to dropping Marcos, though he insisted the Philippine leader must be "approached carefully" and "asked rather than told" to depart.