VOICED : Kill the criminals! Dutertes vote winning vow in Philippines

Rodrigo Duterte, a leading candidate for Philippine President, is known for his polarizing stance on crime, promising mass killings of criminals if elected. His extreme law and order platform includes capital punishment and public executions, with protection for police following his orders. Critics warn these are not empty threats, citing his past actions as Davao's mayor, where vigilante groups allegedly killed many. Human rights activists express concern over his violent approach, fearing for the safety of citizens.

What controversial promise did Rodrigo Duterte make during his presidential campaign?

• To increase taxes

• To build more schools

• To launch mass killings of suspected criminals

• To improve healthcare

What extreme measure is part of Duterte's law and order platform?

• Increasing foreign aid

• Introducing public executions

• Abolishing capital punishment

• Reducing police force

How does Duterte plan to support police and soldiers?

• By providing them with better equipment

• By offering them free education

• By increasing their salaries

• By protecting them if they follow shoot-to-kill orders

What do critics say about Duterte's threats?

• They are impossible to implement

• They are serious and based on past actions

• They are just campaign drama

• They are meant to entertain

What concern do human rights activists have regarding Duterte's past actions?

• He has been linked to vigilante killings

• He has improved the economy

• He has reduced crime rates

• He has increased tourism