Retired Supreme Court Justice Antonio Carpio has criticized President Rodrigo Duterte for suggesting martial law as a solution to combat corruption in the government. This proposal, made by Duterte in his final State of the Nation Address (SONA), is seen as an admission of failure to deliver on his campaign promise to eradicate corruption.
Carpio emphasized that government corruption does not justify placing the country under martial rule. He pointed out that there are existing institutions such as the Ombudsman and the Department of Justice that can effectively address corrupt practices within the government.
Duterte’s suggestion to declare martial law and replace the current government with a new generation is seen as an extreme measure that goes against the principles of democracy. Carpio’s criticism highlights the need for more effective measures to combat corruption in the government, rather than resorting to drastic and undemocratic solutions.
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