EP 42: One-on-One with Vice President Robredo

A number of politicians have been clearly positioning themselves for a shot at the presidency in next year’s elections though many of them understandably are still playing coy or, in the case of Duterte in 2016 milk the “reluctant candidate” strategy dry.

Speaking of Duterte, the president has announced that he’s now open to running for vice president if only to enjoy supposed immunity from suit. His daughter, Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte, is also eyeing the presidency raising the prospect of a daughter-father tandem elevating the political dynasty they long built in Davao City to the very top of this country's political structure.

In the meantime, we’re still battling a raging pandemic with millions of jobs lost and millions of filipinos pushed back to poverty levels.

This will clearly be a campaign issue —  it should be a campaign issue. 

But how do you defeat Duterte’s candidate in 2022 or better yet, put an end to his brand of obnoxious, crass, and even “deadly” style of governance. 

The political opposition is looking for a unified candidate and the logical choice of course, is Vice President Leni Robredo. 

But will she take up the challenge and can she get this country back on track?