Rodrigo Duterte, who served as president from 2016 to 2022 and was famous for his harsh anti-drug efforts, clinched the mayor’s position in Davao City. This southern urban center is where he ruled for over 20 years before becoming the country’s leader. What makes this triumph remarkable is that Duterte is presently confined, facing accusations connected to human rights concerns during his presidential term. “This indicates that numerous citizens in his birthplace remain loyal to Duterte,” explained Maria Santos, a political researcher at the University of the Philippines. “E