Why Many Filipinos Want Duterte To Run For President in 2016?

By Alon Calinao Dy: Filipinos know what they want. They need a leader who holds an outstanding record in politics that is not involved in any sort of corruption. They shout the name 'Duterte! Duterte! Duterte!...' But, why is it so?

Duterte starts giving a new hope for Filipinos who want a big change in the political system of the country. It appears that the Davao City Mayor is the favorite presidential candidate in 2016. 

Though he refused several times that he is not going to run for president, his supporters do not believe about it since he has a solid of supporters in different social media sites.

Critics charged him of extra-judicial killings during his term, many Davaoeños know that this is necessary to maintain peace and order in their beloved city.

Today, Davao City is known as one of the safest places in the Philippines. The economic system has grown steadily in the last two decades because investors are coming in and trusting the local government units. 

I remember Duterte said "I do not care if I burn in hell for as long as the people I serve live in paradise." That is the kind of leader that our beloved nation needs as of this moment. He is willing to sacrifice himself for the good of his people.

Duterte is called as a cruel leader. He is very strict of implementing laws in Davao City. His critics even mentioned him as a communist because he had talked with the MILF, NPA, and other rebel groups. But a true leader understands that he needs to hear the stories of both camps between the rebel groups and the government in order to maintain peace and order in Mindanao.

Will You Vote Davao Mayor Rodrigo Duterte For President in 2016?

By Alon Calinao Dy: The Davao mayor Rodrigo Duterte is popular for being true to his words as he has always combated any criminal activities in his area. He also speaks publicly that criminals are nowhere to hide as long as he is the mayor. His toughness still remains and has been enjoyed by many Filipinos since rampant crimes are everywhere in the country in these days.

The "Shoot me, Duterte" also goes viral. The mayor jokingly said that he will shoot the person behind the "Duterte-for-President Movement."But because there are many Duterte's supporters out there, his fans dare him to shoot them for supporting the presidential movement.

Facebook page of Rodrigo Roa Duterte For President Movement -- 2016 election 

When Duterte was asked if he has intention to run for president in 2016,  he said

"I am not interested in becoming the president or the vice president or even a senator or a secretary of any department. I don't qualify for these positions. I will aspire only for what I can be. I will not dream  of what I cannot be."

Moreover, Duterte has been one of the watch list of the Commission on Human Rights (CHR) for publicly speaking his intention to shoot down any criminals within his jurisdiction. The CHR believes that the infamous mayor is violating human rights for his harsh statements.

Although the presidential election is a long way to start if someone thinks about it, Duterte's supporters are still confident that he might change his decision. Anything is possible like everyone is stating. His admirers believe that Duterte is the only who can prevent crimes in the Philippines and put back the country into the limelight once more.

Just in case Duterte runs for president in 2016, the question is, are you willing to support him? It is obvious that if he runs at the highest place of government, he also needs your assistance. Are you one of his supporters?

Duterte has a chance to gain ground in parts of Mindanao and Visayas, but not in Luzon. According to the latest poll on 2016 president, vice president Jejomar Binay is still the leading presidential candidate among other contenders. 

This is just what I can suggest to my countrymen. If you want to vote mayor Duterte for President, then you must cling to it. Don't ever change your heart and judgement. Indeed, he makes Davao a great city for everyone. I do believe that he can also make the Philippines a safe haven for all.