Imee Marcos, nag-react sa pag-deklara ni Sara Duterte ng pagtakbo bilang pangulo

• Senator Imee Marcos issued a strong statement supporting Vice President Sara Duterte’s plan to run for president in 2028
• She said Duterte’s decision reflected the call of her supporters and the fears of her opponents
• Marcos described the Vice President as the opposite of the current administration and someone who can give the country direction
• The senator also highlighted Duterte’s experience in helping the poor and her “Tapang at Malasakit” leadership style

Senator Imee Marcos released an official statement expressing support for Vice President Sara Duterte following the latter’s declaration that she intends to run for president in the 2028 national elections.

In her message, Marcos said Duterte’s announcement only formalized the clamor of her supporters while confirming the apprehensions of her political rivals. The senator portrayed the Vice President as a leader who represents an alternative to the present administration and someone capable of steering the country toward a clearer direction.

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Marcos also emphasized Duterte’s background in public service, particularly her work for the poor, the vulnerable, and those who have experienced injustice. She noted that the Vice President carries the “Tapang at Malasakit” brand associated with her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte, while also bringing her own experience and leadership style.

Ending her statement with a political slogan, Marcos described Duterte as a leader who “has the solution,” reiterating her support for the Vice President’s potential presidential bid.

“UKOL SA PAGDEKLARA NI VP SARA DUTERTE SA KANYANG PAGTAKBO BILANG PANGULO

Itinaga lamang niya sa bato ang hiling at panawagan ng kanyang mga tagasuporta, kinumpirma rin niya ang takot ng kanyang mga kalaban.

Siya ang katuuhan ng kabaligtaran ng administrasyong ito, siya ang magbibigay ng direksyon sa kawalang patutunguhan ng bansa;

taglay niya ang TAPANG at MALASAKIT ng kanyang ama habang bitbit ang karanasan sa pagtulong sa maralita, mga nangangailangan at pinagmalupitan.

Siya ang MAY SOLUSYON.

IMEE solusyon!”

Sara Duterte, widely known as Inday Sara, is a lawyer who currently serves as the 15th Vice President of the Philippines. She made history as the youngest individual and the third woman to hold the vice presidency, as well as the third leader from Mindanao to occupy the post. Prior to this, she headed the Department of Education until mid-2024. As the daughter of former President Rodrigo Duterte, she built her political career in Davao City, where she served for many years as mayor and vice mayor and became its first female chief executive.

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In another report, Vice President Sara Duterte officially launched her bid for the presidency in 2028 during a press conference on February 18, 2026. During the event, she apologized for backing President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. in the 2022 elections, citing what she described as a lack of sincerity in governance. She said her platform would focus on strengthening families, ensuring food security, and promoting accountability in government under the banner of “Tapang at Malasakit.”

About two months earlier, the Vice President also questioned the Department of Trade and Industry’s suggested ₱500 holiday meal budget, calling it unrealistic for ordinary Filipino families. Speaking from The Hague in December 2025, she said the proposed price guide did not reflect the actual cost of groceries and highlighted how inflation has made it difficult for households to prepare even a simple meal within that amount.

Source: KAMI.com.gh