Manila Bulletin
Duterte to be vaccinated ‘in due time’ as he prefers to waive his COVID-19 jab --- Roque
President Rodrigo Duterte offered to waive his COVID-19 vaccine slot, stating that he is not a priority as a 76-year-old senior citizen.
He expressed that he has no illusions about life and death and is willing to let others take his place.
Duterte emphasized that the vaccination program should prioritize those who are still young and can contribute productively to society, despite the elderly being prioritized for vaccination after health workers.
Presidential Spokesperson Harry Roque clarified that Duterte's remark was a temporary "personal conviction" based on the current limited vaccine supply.
Roque expressed hope that the President's sentiment would change when more vaccines arrive in May and June, and that Duterte would get vaccinated once supply is abundant and vaccination needs to be expedited.
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