Mindanao statement sounds out of context

By The Editorial Board

Feb 11, 2024 12:15 am

IT can seem odd how the suggestion that Mindanao might be better off separating from the rest of the Philippines has gained traction. Former president Rodrigo Duterte, notorious for making outlandish statements, floated the idea. His penchant for shocking people made him difficult to cover for journalists. They were used to heads of state who can be taken literally, without the need for adding context.

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