The most famous general of the current administration since the feared but revered Mayor of Davao became President in 2016 minces no words. When asked how he feels every time his detractors imply that he will only serve as an echo to Mr. Duterte if elected to the Senate, Gen. Roland “Bato” de la Rosa’s reply is as solid as his equally famous nickname.

“I don’t care what they say. You can expect that from me since suportado ko talaga si Presidente, pero hindi naman lahat ganoon. Mayroon din naman akong identity as my own person. You can expect na susunod ako sa kanya pero hindi naman basta sound board lang ng Pangulo,” he declared.