University of the Philippines professor
“It is the first time I have heard President Duterte sound
helpless before a problem. He confessed to getting up at three in the morning,
staring at the dark void before him,” said David in his Inquirer column.
It was his last week’s public address where the President
admitted that funds might be a problem in the long run as the country is battling
Covid-19, now that the middle class and the small business owners are also
demanding support from the government.
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| UP Professor Randy David (photo credit to owner) |
“I can only imagine how difficult it must be for Mr. Duterte
to moderate his default rhetorical swagger. I could see him struggling to
contain the virus of narcissism and arrogance that seems to prod him to
pontificate on every issue that fancies him,” said David.
He advises Duterte to let the experts talk as regards the
coronavirus and he steps back and just comfort the nation in this crisis.
“This is a man who obviously thinks a president must know
everything. If I were in his place, I would say only a few heartfelt words, if
at all — and mainly to comfort the nation. I would confine myself to speaking
about the fundamental uncertainty that faces all of humanity at this time, the
fear that strikes deep in the heart of every person, and the hope and
inspiration we must draw from the countless examples of generosity, compassion,
selflessness, and creativity,” he said. “I would then quickly step aside, and
let those with adequate knowledge explain the situation and the road ahead, and
clearly tell us what we must do to overcome the complex challenges we face,” he
added.
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