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‘Yes, opo’, is Sara’s latest reply on potential presidential run
Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte has expressed openness to running for president in the 2022 national elections, replying "Yes, opo" when asked by reporters.
She stated that she and her party, Hugpong ng Pagbabago (HPG), were in Cebu to "scan the environment" and understand the sentiments of the people.
Mayor Duterte thanked her supporters in Cebu for their trust and confidence, acknowledging the presence of "Run Sara Run" tarpaulins advocating for her presidential bid.
Her potential 2022 decision is influencing the political moves of her father, President Rodrigo Duterte.
Five national political parties are now lining up for an alliance with her regional party, Hugpong ng Pagbabago (HNP).
Even some members of PDP-Laban won't say no to endorsing her for president, despite her being a party outsider.
Politicians with 2022 ambitions are visiting Davao City to seek her support, and small groups are holding rallies or putting up billboards nationwide in her favor.
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