Quotes by Rodrigo Duterte

We cannot move forward if we allow the past to pull us back.

Love of country, subordination of personal interests to the common good, concern and care for the helpless and the impoverished - these are among the lost and faded values that we seek to recover and revitalize as we commence our journey towards a better Philippines.

Human rights must work to uplift human dignity.

God does not discriminate against people, regardless of color, religion, social class, or gender and sexual preferences.

For the record, I believe in God, but I do not believe in religion, period.

As a lawyer and a former prosecutor, I know the limits of the power and authority of the president. I know what is legal and what is not.

Destiny is not designed by mere mortals like us. It is crafted by God.

I am well. Do not worry about my health.

Erosion of faith and trust in government - that is the real problem that confronts us.

Let me be very clear: my friendship with my friends ends where the interest of the country begins.

To all my political opponents, all and sundry, not only the presidential bets, I would like to offer my hand to friendship.