It’s now crystal clear why Maisug and Duterte supporters vehemently oppose Charter Change (Cha-Cha).

The dread of a revised Constitution banning political dynasties has sent chills down their spines. After all, Vice President Sara Duterte has revealed that her father Rodrigo and siblings Paolo and Baste are all vying for Senate seats in the upcoming elections.

Imagine a new political landscape where a single family can’t dominate every corner of the government! This could shatter the sacred tradition of passing power like a family heirloom. Why break the streak of turning public service into a cozy family affair?

The horror of actually adhering to democratic principles and giving other, less dynastically-inclined Filipinos a shot at leadership must be unbearable. Clearly, preserving the status quo is paramount, and any change that threatens the Duterte dynasty is simply unthinkable.