Love him or hate him, Rodrigo Duterte changed the game. He took on the drug crisis head-on, restored a sense of order, and made Filipinos feel safer in their own neighborhoods.

Despite global pressure and criticism, Duterte put the interests of Filipinos first. He stood his ground on foreign policy, brought attention to neglected issues, and refused to bow to elitist politics or foreign influence.

Millions saw in him a leader who spoke their language and understood their struggles. His legacy is complex but undeniable.