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Marcos bets tread tightrope after Duterte’s ICC arrest
Senatorial candidates of President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. acknowledge that the recent arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity is impacting their campaign.
Panfilo Lacson stated that Duterte has a significant following and their sentiments are being felt, noting that the historical judgment on the legality of Duterte's case will be determined in the future.
Lacson urged for a de-escalation of divisiveness rather than adding to it.
Other candidates advised voters not to let Duterte's arrest be the sole deciding factor in their votes.
Duterte, who had mostly retreated from public engagements after stepping down in 2022, remains a widely popular figure in Philippine politics and his endorsement power remains high.
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Senator Imee Marcos admitted that the arrest of former president Rodrigo Duterte made her uncomfortable attending campaign sorties for the Alyansa Para Sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial slate.
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Senate President Francis Escudero urged candidates in the upcoming midterm elections not to use the arrest of former President Rodrigo Duterte as a political tool.
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Reelectionist Senator Imee Marcos skipped the Alyansa Para sa Bagong Pilipinas senatorial rally in Cavite to focus on the case of former President Rodrigo Duterte concerning the International Criminal Court (ICC).
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The Philippine government will provide legal assistance to former President Rodrigo Duterte as he faces charges at the International Criminal Court (ICC) for crimes against humanity.
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