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Philippines: Duterte Wins Presidency Despite Accused Death Squad Role

HeadlineMay 10, 2016

In the Philippines, Rodrigo Duterte has declared victory in the presidential election and vowed to rewrite the constitution. Duterte won the election despite periodically admitting to his role in death squads, joking about the gang rape of an Australian missionary, and pledging to kill tens of thousands of people. He’s been dubbed the Filipino “Trump.” Meanwhile, the Philippines has also elected its first openly transgender politician. Geraldine Roman will serve in the House of Representatives.

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