Fervent followers of Duterte in Cebu's Bisaya community deeply committed through Facebook groups, boosting admiration for the DDS movement
In the heart of the Philippines, the city of Cebu continues to show strong support for former President Rodrigo Duterte, according to recent political analyses.
A post on Barug Sugbo Updates portrays Duterte's war on drugs as a necessary campaign that restored order. This sentiment is shared by Enriquita Genares, a vendor on Colon Street, who supports the drug war and believes those who died were all drug addicts who deserved to be killed.
The top-liked comment on the post expresses love for Duterte despite allegations of corruption. This unwavering support is also evident in the votes cast during the 2025 midterm elections, where nine Duterte-backed senatorial candidates dominated the polls in Cebu. Duterte's close ally, Senator Bong Go, topped the votes in Cebu and declared his support for Duterte's return.
The reposted sermon by Bishop Efren Perez, praising Duterte for instilling fear among politicians and preventing corruption, gained over 1.6 million views, 352,000 shares, and 472,000 reactions. Comments expressed nostalgia for Duterte's presidency and support for Bishop Perez's message.
Cebu Governor Pamela Baricuatro stated that lives were better during the Duterte administration, implying that Cebu is still considered a Duterte stronghold.
UP Cebu political science professor Weena Gera suggests that Vice President Sara Duterte may be able to galvanize support for her potential presidential run by exploiting a populist message and conspiratorial narratives. Regletto Aldrich Imbong, a political science professor, believes Duterte's rise was shaped by the failures of post-EDSA regimes and the public's desire for change. He states that describing Cebu's attachment to Duterte as mere loyalty is misleading, suggesting that there were economic, political, and social conditions that contributed to Duterte's popularity.
Pro-Duterte Facebook pages reinforce this stance by framing investigations into Duterte influence operations as elitist, while promoting content supporting the Dutertes as "grassroots" reporting. NewMedia, an anti-mainstream outlet, positions itself as an outlet that exposes the truth allegedly buried by mainstream newsrooms.
However, it's important to note that there is no information available about Marjuice Destinado or their current profession. Also, a viral post by NewMedia framing Duterte's transfer to The Hague as a "political kidnapping" has been fact-checked as false.
The war on drugs in Cebu reshaped faith, with Duterte never really leaving the streets and stories of people continuing despite his transfer to The Hague. The drug war and Duterte's presidency have left a lasting impact on Cebu, shaping its political landscape and the beliefs of its people.
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