Friday, May 06, 2016

#THEPHILIPPINES: Former Dictator Marcos' Son Running Strong In VP Race; Hopes To Revive Family Name

[world politics news]


Ferdinand Marcos Jr, son of the former Philippine dictator of the same name, is running a close second place in the vice presidential race. A victory on May 9 would be a revival of a name synonymous with martial law, torture and billions of dollars of plundered wealth. He's just two points behind Congresswoman Leni Robredo, favorite of outgoing Pres. Benigno Aquino.

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