Sociodemographic Factors, Policy Satisfaction, Perceived Character: What Factors Explain President Duterte’s Popularity?

Abstract The persistently high satisfaction ratings of President Rodrigo Duterte, despite various perceived policy missteps and in contrast to the pattern for previous Presidents, have puzzled pundits scholars alike. Using three waves Social Weather Stations’ Surveys, this article examines extent which sociodemographic factors, satisfaction, perceptions character could explain ‘puzzle’. survey correspond beginning Duterte’s term, period when he obtained his lowest net rating, most recent available data at time study. study finds that perception President’s all contribute explaining rating. Based on examined, appears be important distinguishing those who are satisfied from dissatisfied with President.