Rodrigo Duterte’s unexpected victory in Davao has ignited nationwide outrage as opposition groups take to the streets, questioning the legitimacy of the results. Protesters and political critics are calling Duterte’s win a threat to Philippine democracy, alleging electoral manipulation and abuse of political power.
Despite being under legal scrutiny and facing mounting opposition, Duterte’s continued political dominance has shocked observers and reignited debate over the state of democratic freedoms in the country. Former political prisoners, civil society leaders, and youth activists have all joined a growing wave of dissent.
As protests intensify and demands for an independent investigation grow louder, is Philippine democracy at a breaking point?
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Despite being held at the International Criminal Court in The Hague on charges related to his controversial war on drugs, former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte has won a stunning landslide victory in the Davao City mayoral race. Jubilant supporters flooded the streets of Davao, chanting his name, waving flags, and setting off fireworks to celebrate the unexpected triumph. Duterte's win—garnering over 660,000 votes—cements his family's political dominance, with multiple relatives also securing key posts. The victory sends a powerful message of enduring populist loyalty, even as international legal proceedings loom.
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