Philippines

David said he respects Filipinos who have arrived at the Marcos-Duterte resignation call “because they are so tired of the corrupt system.” He continued: “We are all so tired, right? But our question to our comrades is: If we want ‘resign all’ immediately, what is the alternative? What’s next?”

“We do not want the proposals for a transitional council or revolutionary government, because we do not want the Philippines to become a Banana Republic,” he said.

“We also do not want a civilian and military junta, even if we bishops are promised a position in the government. Because it is clear to us that politics and government are not our expertise — we will never be tempted to become Talibans. Ours is only moral and spiritual leadership, that is why we are here, with you. We are just part of the church that journeys with people,” the cardinal added.