A Grateful Nation Salutes You
Maraming salamat, President Rodrigo Roa Duterte. Your legacy lives on in the hearts and minds of a proud nation.


President Rodrigo Duterte’s term as President of the Philippines was marked by a strong, hands-on leadership style that prioritized national security, infrastructure development, and the welfare of the Filipino people. His administration launched ambitious programs like “Build, Build, Build,” improving transportation and public facilities across the country. Duterte also spearheaded a bold campaign against crime and illegal drugs, reflecting his commitment to creating a safer environment for Filipinos. Throughout his presidency, he demonstrated a deep concern for the marginalized sectors of society, implementing policies that aimed to uplift the poor and promote inclusive growth. His decisive leadership left a lasting impact on the nation’s development trajectory.
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Meanwhile in 1983, People’s Power Revolution began which in 1986, overthrew the dictatorial government of Ferdinand Marcos and restored democratic institutions in the country. In the same year, Duterte was appointed as the Officer-in-charge Vice Mayor for the City of Davao.
From 1979 to 1981, he served as the Fourth Assistant City Prosecutor; from 1981 to 1983, as the Third Assistant City Prosecutor and from 1983 to 1986, as the Second Assistant City Prosecutor.
Meanwhile in 1983, People’s Power Revolution began which in 1986, overthrew the dictatorial government of Ferdinand Marcos and restored democratic institutions in the country. In the same year, Duterte was appointed as the Officer-in-charge Vice Mayor for the City of Davao.
In 1988, he contested the election for the Mayoral post and won. Subsequently, he won two more terms, remaining in the position till 1998. During this period, he set an example by choosing his deputy mayors from the Lumad and Moro communities, a practice that was later emulated by other cities.
From 1998 to 2001, he served as the Congressman of the 1st District of Davao City under the Laban ng Makabayang Masang Pilipino coalition, a job he found immensely boring. Therefore in 2001, he once more stood for the mayoral election in Davao.
Subsequently, he won three more consecutive terms (2001, 2004 and 2007). During this period, the condition of Davao City improved in all respects. It won the National Literacy Hall of Fame Award for winning the first place in the Outstanding Local Government Unit, Highly Urbanized City category thrice.
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