In Duterte’s realm, the plot grows thick,

Basté’s swipe, a political trick,

At father’s friend, he took a swing,

Intrigue’s the tune that they now sing.

Sara’s neck with a curious scar,

Resigned her post, a rising star,

Mystery swirls as whispers fly,

No clear answer meets the eye.

Three Dutertes seek Senate seats,

In politics, their hearts compete,

Paolo, Basté, PRRD,

A family-run democracy.

Did they forget dear Kitty’s fate?

In their rush to dominate,

A clan united, ambitions vast,

Will their legacy hold fast?

In this realm where power dances,

Truth gets lost in second glances,

The Dutertes strive and vie,

A dynasty that aims high.

If elections were held today for the 2028 Philippine Presidential Elections, newly-acquitted former Senator Leila de Lima will win over newly-resigned cabinet member Vice President Sara Duterte.

De Lima garnered 59.52% compared to Duterte’s 40.48% in the first 24-hours of a straw poll conducted by The Adobo Chronicles.

The straw poll coincides with both personalities hugging the headlines, with Duterte resigning her cabinet post and de Lima being acquitted of the last of her drug-related charges.

The poll continues all through this week. You can vote here: https://strawpoll.com/6QnMQ7RX8ne