AMONG the rare breed of politicians who walk the talk, President Rodrigo Duterte is dubbed as “The Punisher” and “Dirty Harry of Davao.” His ironclad leadership provokes critics and human rights advocates but there are a number of unknown facts that may qualify him, after all, to have the makings of a great president. Here are some facts about the 16th president of the Philippines.

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