Francisco "Kit" Sarmiento Tatad (born October 4, 1939) is a Filipino journalist and politician. He is best known for having been the Minister of Public Information under dictator Ferdinand Marcos from 1969 to 1980, and for being a Senator of the Philippines from 1992 to 2001.[1]
Quick facts The Honourable, Senator of the Philippines ...
Francisco S. Tatad |
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In office
June 30, 1992 – June 30, 2001 |
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In office
July 12, 2000 – June 30, 2001 |
| President | Joseph Estrada
Gloria Macapagal-Arroyo |
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| Preceded by | Franklin Drilon |
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| Succeeded by | Loren Legarda |
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In office
October 10, 1996 – January 26, 1998 |
| President | Fidel V. Ramos |
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| Preceded by | Alberto Romulo |
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| Succeeded by | Franklin Drilon |
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In office
1969–1980 |
| President | Ferdinand Marcos |
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| Preceded by | Position established |
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| Succeeded by | Gregorio Cendaña |
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In office
June 12, 1978 – June 5, 1984 |
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| Born | (1939-10-04) October 4, 1939 (age 85)
Gigmoto, Albay, Philippine Commonwealth |
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| Nationality | Filipino |
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| Political party | Grand Alliance for Democracy |
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Other political
affiliations | UNO (2005-2007)
KNP (2003-2005)
PRP (1998-2003)
LDP (1995-1997)
NPC (1992-1995)
KBL (1978-1992) |
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| Spouse(s) | Fernandita "Fenny" Cantero |
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| Relations | Shalani Soledad (niece) |
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| Residence | Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines |
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| Alma mater | University of Santo Tomas
Center for Research and Communication |
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| Profession | Journalist, Politician |
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