His father's son?

By Francisco S. Tatad

Mar 17, 2023 12:09 am

FIRST THINGS FIRST

IN the beginning, many thought he would be like his father. As many others hoped he would be different. Now, nine months into his presidency, people can't quite make up their minds about him.

What is Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s real personality? What are his most important personal and family values? How is his real work ethic? His real governing style? His 'fighting faith,' as his father once put it? Is there nothing he will not do to achieve his goal? How does he see himself as a leader?

PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. Screengrab photo from RTVM Facebook Live

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FIRST THINGS FIRST

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