President Rodrigo R. Duterte proudly declared that his administration has “dismantled” oligarchy.
In his speech in Sulu, the President pointed out that he went after the rich people who do not pay taxes and take advantage of the Filipinos. He added that he “dismantled” oligarchy without declaring martial law.
“Kaya ako mamatay, mahulog ‘yung eroplano… I am very happy. Alam mo bakit? Sabi ko (If I die, my plane goes down… I am very happy. You know why? I told them) without declaring martial law, I dismantled the oligarchy that controlled the economy of the Filipino people.” – Report from Mela Lesmoras
