The President continued to do so during government briefings meant to update the nation on the coronavirus pandemic in the country. But in several cases, he has used them as weapons against perceived enemies, including Vice President and opposition leader Leni Robredo and jailed Senator Leila de Lima.įeminist Senator Risa Hontiveros said in March 2018 that the Duterte publicly delivered sexist remarks at an average of one every month. MANILA, Philippines – Outgoing President Rodrigo Duterte has been consistent on a number of things throughout his administration – such as his loathing for illegal drugs, his fervent push for infrastructure development, and his sexist remarks.ĭuterte has made sexist comments about women in general.
Duterte greenlighted a number of policies protecting the rights of women and children – though these were pushed by advocates and legislative champions of gender equality.Experts and advocates say Duterte’s jokes about rape have dangerous consequences in normalizing misogyny in Philippine culture.
Women’s advocates have constantly called the President out on them.
