Corruption Allegations Fuel Public Distrust in Philippine VP Sara Duterte

A recent Pulse Asia Research survey indicates that corruption allegations are the primary factor influencing public distrust regarding Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte, with those who distrust her citing her alleged involvement in corrupt activities.

25 Mar, 05:36 — 25 Mar, 10:18

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Why this matters

Public trust in political figures is crucial for governance and stability. Allegations of corruption, especially against a high-ranking official like the Vice President, can erode public confidence and potentially impact future political landscapes, including the upcoming 2026 elections.

Key entitiesSara Duterte Ferdinand Marcos Jr.Pulse Asia

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What sources agree on

Corruption is a significant factor influencing public trust in Vice President Sara Duterte
A recent survey revealed these findings regarding public opinion

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Corruption is the top reason for distrusting Vice President Sara Duterte

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Corruption is also a common reason for trusting or doubting President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.

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Those with a positive opinion about the Vice President's trustworthiness are split in terms of their reasons for trusting

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The specific survey organization that conducted the poll (Pulse Asia)

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Spectrum spread— 1/5 buckets covered0/33

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Geographic diversity— 1 region4/34

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RapplerMostly Factual29m ago

Corruption allegations fuel distrust in Sara Duterte – survey

'Those with a positive opinion about the Vice-President’s trustworthiness are split in terms of their reasons for trusting; in contrast, the top reason for distrusting the latter is her alleged involvement in corrupt activities,' Pulse Asia says

By Mia M. Gonzalez

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inquirerMostly Factualjust now

Corruption is top issue in gauging Marcos, Duterte’s records – survey

MANILA, Philippines — Corruption is the common reason why Filipinos either trust or doubt President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Vice President Sara Duterte. This information came out in survey of Pulse Asia Research in the first quarter of 2026. According to the agency’s Ulat ng Bayan released on Wednesday, 28.6 percent of respondents cited Marcos’ efforts

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First report: Rappler · 25 Mar, 05:36|Full coverage: 2 · 5h|Window: 5h

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Corruption Allegations Fuel Public Distrust in Philippine VP Sara Duterte

Why this matters

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What sources agree on

Key claims1 agreed · 2 unverified

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Corruption allegations fuel distrust in Sara Duterte – survey

Corruption is top issue in gauging Marcos, Duterte’s records – survey

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Corruption allegations fuel distrust in Sara Duterte – survey

Corruption is top issue in gauging Marcos, Duterte’s records – survey

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