Rodrigo Duterte & Populism in the Philippines

The Center for Global & Area Studies at UD is committed to tackling the most profound questions and problems of our time. To help students and faculty gain a sharper understanding of the rise of Global Populism, its causes and implications, the Center has invited several speakers to campus. Part of the Center’s Global Populism Lecture Series, independent scholar David Timberman explores Duterte’s appeal, political tactics, and policies and place them in the broader context of Philippine and Southeast Asian politics in “Rodrigo Duterte & Populism in the Philippines.“ Visit for more info.