The persistent calls for President Marcos to resign, driven by anti-Marcos and pro-Duterte factions, have become a fascinating political drama.

The allegations, including the outlandish claim that Marcos is a cocaine addict, have done little to sway public opinion.

In a twist that would make any novelist proud, OCTA Research’s second-quarter survey reveals that Marcos’ support has actually increased, while Vice President Sara Duterte’s has declined. This paradox raises the question: who should really consider stepping down?

The data suggests that Marcos’s grip on the public’s favor remains strong despite the mudslinging. Meanwhile, Duterte, once riding high on her father’s legacy, seems to be losing her footing. The political intrigue deepens as the factional infighting continues.

Perhaps the critics should reconsider their strategy, for in this game of thrones, it appears that their efforts are only fortifying Marcos’s position. In the end, the electorate’s voice is the true arbiter.