Duterte's daughter joins Marcos Jr. as running mate in Philippines presidential election

Published:Dec 7, 202310:16
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Sara Duterte-Carpio, 43, who's in search of the vice-presidency introduced in a video message her intent to run on the identical ticket as Marcos, the newest twist in the Philippines' political drama that has gripped the nation."My party allied with and asked for support for Bongbong Marcos and for me after I accepted your challenge and your call," Duterte-Carpio advised her supporters, referring to 64-year-old Marcos by his nickname.Marcos, the son and namesake of the late dictator who was toppled in a 1986 rebellion, additionally issued an announcement saying he was teaming up with Duterte-Carpio."We and our parties agreed that we will pursue a unifying leadership should we be fortunate to win the election on May 9, 2023," he stated in an announcement.
In the Philippines, the President and vice chairman are elected individually.The alliance could be formidable and a boon for each campaigns, analysts have stated, with Marcos in a position to faucet the large assist base of the Dutertes in the south, and Duterte-Carpio prone to achieve from the Marcos dynasty's many years of dominance in its northern stronghold.
A dictator's son. A former actor. A champion boxer. Inside the manic race to replace Duterte as the Philippines' leader
"I know that this fight is long and hard, but I am confident you will join and help me until the end, until we win this for our beloved country," Duterte-Carpio, who's mayor of Davao, stated. "If not for your outpouring of support, I would be out of this race".Experts say Marcos has emerged as the frontrunner on account of Duterte-Carpio's resolution to not run in opposition to him, after she led opinion polls on most popular presidential candidates all year long.
Because they're each well-liked, political observers have stated {that a} Marcos and Duterte-Carpio tandem could be the workforce to beat in subsequent 12 months's election toc succeed Duterte, who's barred by the Constitution from in search of re-election.

A survey by pollster, the Social Weather Station carried out between October 20-23, confirmed Marcos with a commanding lead over rivals incumbent Vice President Leni Robredo, Manila mayor Francisco Domagoso and boxing legend Manny Pacquiao.The ballot didn't embrace Christopher "Bong" Go, Duterte's closest aide and chosen successor, who solely joined the presidential race on Saturday.



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