Sen. Miriam Defensor-Santiago is one feisty woman. As a decorated scholar, public servant, and author, Senator Santiago can whip up spot on jokes and commentaries that will make readers laugh and reflect each time they flip the page. Here are 10 striking quotes from her bestselling hit, “Stupid is Forever” published by ABS-CBN Publishing, Inc. which has sold over 110,000 copies since its launch in December, making it the fastest bestselling book of 2014.

If you don’t have a copy yet, here’s a preview of what you can expect from her phenomenal book:

ON LOVE:

ON MARRIAGE:

ON PHILIPPINE POLITICS:

ON SELF CONFIDENCE:

ON DIFFICULT CHALLENGES IN LIFE:

Sen. Miriam Defensor-Santiago’s “Stupid is Forever,” a collection of her memorable punch lines, jokes, and one-liners also features illustrations of the country’s top young illustrators Cj de Silva-Ong, Manix Abrera, Elbert Or, Rob Cham and many more.

“Stupid is Forever” is exclusively available at National Book Store.