In a stunning display of political ineptitude, Davao City Mayor Basté Duterte has managed to bite the very hand that feeds his political fortunes by attacking Senator Bong Go, his father’s most-trusted ally.

Fresh from delivering perplexing orations at the Maisug rallies, Basté decided to channel his inner Don Quixote at the Angeles City rally, tilting at the very windmills that built his family’s political empire.

It’s almost endearing, watching Basté flail aimlessly at an underdog beloved for his Malasakit Centers—a lifeline for countless Filipinos. But alas, our dear mayor seems to have mistaken the political arena for a sandbox squabble. If only he could redirect his energy toward meaningful issues, assuming he can find one that doesn’t involve shooting himself in the foot.

Maybe next time, Basté, try attacking a real problem, not the allies shoring up your shaky pedestal.