VOICED : Philippines gets taste of Duterte anti crime war

VOICED : Philippines gets taste of Duterte anti crime war

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In Manila, a teenager was arrested for breaking a newly imposed curfew, reflecting the incoming President Rodrigo Duterte's aggressive stance on crime. Duterte, who won the presidential elections with a promise to end rampant crime, has warned of a severe crackdown, including shoot-to-kill orders and bounties for dead criminals. While many Filipinos support these measures for safer streets, rights groups express concerns about potential violence escalation. Police actions, such as forcing individuals to do pushups for minor offenses, highlight the growing fear in society as Duterte's administration aims to instill order through intimidation.

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What concerns do rights groups have regarding the government's approach to crime?

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What incident did Rafael Denton experience with the police?

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