Thu Sep 19 08:18:41 UTC 2024: ## Duterte Daughter Downplays Vice Presidential Loss, Focuses on Senate Win

**MANILA, PHILIPPINES -** Sara Duterte, daughter of former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, has downplayed her loss in the vice presidential race, emphasizing her successful election to the Senate. Duterte, a prominent figure in Philippine politics, declared, “Losing the vice presidency is not a big deal to me.”

The statement comes after a contentious election campaign where Duterte faced fierce competition from the eventual winner, Senator Francis Pangilinan. While her vice presidential bid was unsuccessful, Duterte secured a Senate seat, maintaining her political influence and potential future leadership role.

Duterte’s victory in the Senate is seen as a significant win for the Duterte family, suggesting a continued presence in Philippine politics. However, her stance on the vice presidential loss reflects a calculated focus on her new position, highlighting her strategic political ambitions.

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