In the months leading up to election day on May 9, things haven’t been smooth sailing for Robredo. Duterte has been a consistent survey frontrunner among vice presidential bets.
Polls show Robredo currently in second place among presidential candidates. Vice President Leni Robredo and Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte are the lone female candidates in their respective races. MANILA, Philippines – It’s a man’s world for the presidential and vice presidential candidates in the 2022 elections. President Rodrigo Duterte, Sara’s father, is notorious for his sexist remarks. These attacks often belittled her intelligence, and have since been amplified to target her daughters as well.
