Former Commission on Elections (COMELEC) Commissioner Atty. Rowena Guanzon publicly expressed support for the potential presidential run of Vice President Sara Duterte, saying she believes the country needs a leader willing to hold powerful figures accountable.

In remarks circulating on social media, Guanzon stated that if Sara Duterte were to become president, certain officials accused of corruption could finally face legal consequences.

According to Guanzon, one of the main reasons she is ready to support Duterte is her belief that the Vice President would take a firm stance against corruption and ensure that those responsible for alleged misuse of public funds are prosecuted.

“May Mapapanagot”

Guanzon argued that political leadership requires courage to confront entrenched interests.

She suggested that Duterte’s political style—similar to that of her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte—could make her a formidable figure against corruption.

Supporters of the Duterte political movement often point to the former president’s reputation for decisive leadership and strong rhetoric against criminality and corruption.

For them, Sara Duterte represents a continuation of that political approach.

Sara Duterte as “Real Opposition”

Guanzon also described the Vice President as the true opposition voice in the current political landscape.

According to her, Duterte has been among the few national leaders openly criticizing policies of the current administration.

This dynamic has fueled speculation about the evolving political alignment leading up to the 2028 presidential elections, where Sara Duterte is frequently mentioned as a potential frontrunner in early discussions and surveys.

The Political Landscape Toward 2028

With the next presidential election still several years away, statements like Guanzon’s reflect how early political positioning is already shaping public debate.

Observers say alliances and rivalries are beginning to form across the political spectrum, especially among groups that see the Duterte political brand as a major force in Philippine politics.

For supporters, the issue is straightforward:

They believe strong leadership is necessary to address corruption and restore public trust in government institutions.

Politikanta Insight 🦅

In Philippine politics, the battle lines often become clearer long before the election itself.

When influential figures begin declaring support early, it signals something deeper:

The race may not have officially started—
but the political chessboard is already moving.

And in that chessboard, some believe the loudest calls today are not just about power.

They are about accountability.

📖 Bible Reflection

“For rulers are not a terror to good works, but to the evil.”
— Romans 13:3 (KJV)

Leadership is meant to uphold justice.
When leaders stand firm against wrongdoing, societies move closer to righteousness.