Tag: Philippine Politics
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Sara Duterte: Pushing Marcos to Resign Is Pointless — What She Calls for Instead
Overview: Duterte’s stance on calls for resignation Vice President Sara Duterte has made a clear distinction between questioning a president’s performance and demanding his immediate resignation. In a recent press briefing in Zamboanga City, she said that she is not urging President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. to resign, describing such calls as pointless. The vice president…
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Duterte: Pushing Marcos to Resign Is Pointless, Focus on Accountability
Overview: Duterte clarifies stance on Marcos and resignation calls In a candid briefing in Zamboanga City, Vice President Sara Duterte clarified her position regarding President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. She stressed that she has not been urging the president to resign and described such calls as “pointless.” Instead, she highlighted the need for accountability, a thorough…
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OVP Budget Approved in House Plenary Without Sara Duterte
OVP budget approved in plenary despite absence The House of Representatives on a plenary vote approved the 2026 budget for the Office of the Vice President (OVP) even as its staff were notably absent from the session. The deliberations proceeded with the sponsor, Rep. Jose Alvarez, announcing that Vice President Sara Duterte had authorized the…
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House Plenary Approves OVP Budget for 2026 Despite Sara Duterte Absence
House Plenary Approves OVP Budget for 2026 The House of Representatives approved the Office of the Vice President’s (OVP) budget for 2026 in a plenary session, even as Vice President Sara Duterte was notably absent from the deliberations. The action comes amid a flurry of letters and procedural moves surrounding the funding, attendance, and conditionalities…
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Understanding Duterte’s Deteriorating Cognitive Condition
Introduction The news about former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte’s cognitive health has sparked widespread discussion. Recently, his lawyer disclosed that Duterte is experiencing a “deteriorating cognitive condition,” impacting his ability to recall events, people, and places. This revelation raises essential questions about the implications for Philippine politics and governance. Understanding the Cognitive Condition Cognitive decline…
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How Tito Sotto Seized the Senate Presidency from Chiz Escudero
The Unforeseen Ouster: Tito Sotto vs. Chiz Escudero In a dramatic turn of events on September 8, Tito Sotto assumed the position of Senate President, unseating Chiz Escudero in a move that caught many by surprise. Characterized by observers as a “forthwith” removal, Sotto’s rise has reignited discussions on internal Senate politics and leadership dynamics.…