Education
He graduated in law from the University of the Philippines and a third placer in the Bar Examination
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Calixto Zaldivar
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He uniquely held positions in all branches of the government. In Legislative he served as a Representative of Antique from 1934–1935. In the Executive branch, as Governor of Antique, 1951–1955 and Executive Secretary of the President of the Philippines.
And in judiciary, as Associate Justice of the Supreme Court from 1964-1974.
He distinguished himself by writing some of the “most timeless opinions and equally the most penetrating dissents in the history of the Bill of Rights” during the tumultuous decade in the Philippine History. When many bent to the rule of the dictator, Zaldivar was never cowed but continued to dissent when he should.
Spouse: Elena Ang
Children: Lorna, Nona, Enrique, Salvacion and Calixto, Junior.
Membership
He acquired the reputation of being an independent-minded member of the court especially during the deliberations on the issues arising out of the declaration of the Martial Law and the validity of the 1973 Constitution.
