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In Cebu, Duterte says Marcos like dictator father, campaigns local bets
Former President Rodrigo Duterte has accused President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. of "veering towards a dictatorship" and potentially not stepping down after his term ends in 2028.
Duterte suggested that Marcos Jr. might declare martial law, similar to his father, to prevent elections and extend his stay in power.
He made these remarks during an indignation rally in Mandaue City, Cebu.
The former president also urged the military and police to make moral decisions and not support personal ambitions.
Duterte's statements recall the martial law period declared by the elder Marcos in September 1972, which lasted until the EDSA People Power Revolution in February 1986.
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Malacañang has dismissed former President Rodrigo Duterte's claim that President Marcos Jr. is leaning towards dictatorship as a "hoax" and a "one-man fake-news factory."
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Malacañang views President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s criticisms of the previous Duterte administration as a demonstration of his strong leadership.
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Newly appointed Palace press officer Undersecretary Claire Castro accused former President Rodrigo Duterte of sowing intrigue and planting evidence.
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Lawmakers state that President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr.'s actions are far from those of a dictator.
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Senate President Francis "Chiz" Escudero refuted former President Rodrigo Duterte's claim that President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. is leaning toward dictatorship.
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