Rodrigo Duterte Used the Philippines' US-Made Constitution Against Itself
Briefly

Rodrigo Duterte, former Philippine president, was arrested and charged by the International Criminal Court with crimes against humanity related to his War on Drugs, which resulted in thousands of extrajudicial killings. Despite widespread condemnation and a Senate hearing in which he accepted responsibility without remorse, Duterte’s political ascent has been marred by violence and strongman tactics. His legacy remains contentious, with many victims denied due process, reflecting pervasive issues of impunity in the Philippines.
The images of Rodrigo Duterte's departure for The Hague highlighted a nation's relief after his arrest for crimes against humanity related to his War on Drugs.
Duterte's admission of responsibility during Senate hearings, where he provided no apologies, underscores a long history of violence and impunity in his political career.
Read at The Nation
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