Duterte’s threat to block ABS-CBN franchise renewal a mere expression of displeasure – Palace

MANILA, Philippines - President Rodrigo Duterte's repeated threats to block the franchise renewal of ABS-CBN were mere expressions of displeasure since the Chief Executive is not vengeful, Malacanag said Monday.   "Basta si Presidente hindi benggatibong tao. 'Yan ang masasabi ko sa inyo. Dahil kung benggatibo yan marami na sigurong nalagas. Mabait siyang tao (The President is not a vengeful person. That's what I can say. Because if he was, many would have fallen by the wayside. He is a kind individual),' Presidential Spokesperson Salvador Panelo said in an interview with One News PH Monday night.   Duterte has repeatedly said in his public speeches that he would blo...

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