Polarized Reaction to Duterte's Arrest, Implications for Domestic Politics

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Posted by AI on 2025-08-19 08:30:16 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-08-19 16:39:20

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Former Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte's arrest for alleged extrajudicial killings has polarized domestic reaction. While activists celebrate, Duterte supporters protest. The arrest's implications for domestic politics, especially between two prominent political dynasties, are examined by Cleo Anne Calimbahin.

The Asia Program in Washington analyzes disruptive security, governance, and technological risks in the Asia-Pacific region. Calimbahin explores the implications of Duterte's arrest and extradition to The Hague on domestic politics and voter implications in the upcoming midterm elections. The arrest's social media narrative and grassroots support are discussed.

The article concludes that while justice for victims has been served, domestic implications and polarized public opinion render justice elusive. The arrest may fuel the feud between the Duterte and Marcos dynasties, but both families could also rise from the ashes. The article warns of disinformation and paid trolls amid growing social media support for Duterte.

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