Former President Duterte urges President Marcos Jr. to ensure a fair electoral process in the upcoming May elections, while both leaders navigate political tensions and controversies.
Former President Rodrigo Duterte urged his successor, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. , to ensure fairness in the upcoming May elections. Speaking at the Partido Demokratiko Pilipino's national coordination meeting in Davao City on Thursday, Duterte expressed his hope that Marcos would provide all candidates with equal opportunities. He specifically requested a 'fair shake' or a 'patas lang ang laban' (fair game) for everyone involved.
Duterte emphasized that Marcos should not allow intimidation, fear, or violence to influence the electoral process, mirroring his own approach during his presidency. Both Duterte and Marcos have publicly endorsed candidates for the Senate, with Marcos aiming for a complete sweep of the 12 available seats.Despite this apparent unity, Duterte and Marcos have experienced significant disagreements throughout their time in office, spanning a range of issues. These include the proposed amendment to the 1987 Constitution through a people's initiative, allegations against Marcos regarding drug use, and concerns about missing funds in the 2025 national budget.Adding further complexity to their relationship, Vice President Sara Duterte, the former president's daughter, withdrew from the administration in mid-2024. This occurred as Marcos' supporters in the House of Representatives initiated an investigation into alleged misuse of public funds by the vice president. Three impeachment complaints have been filed against Vice President Duterte, but Marcos has stated that he would not support such proceedings, arguing that they would not ultimately benefit the Filipino people
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