The real betrayal: How Duterte failed the Filipino people

It is ironic that those defending Rodrigo Duterte now claim to fight for justice and democracy when it was his administration that systematically dismantled both. Let's set the record straight.

- GERRY CATAPANG

The Supreme Court, military, PNP, Senate and Congress — if these institutions have failed, it is because Duterte corrupted them with fear, loyalty tests and power plays. He filled government offices with allies who prioritized serving him over the nation. He weakened democratic checks and balances by silencing dissent, attacking the free press and using lawfare against his critics.