Politics · Philippines Bureau
Prosecution counsel says Duterte exhibits bullying behavior, not impeachment lawyer
Lorna Kapunan, counsel for the prosecution in Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment case, has clarified previous remarks about bullying, arguing that Duterte's actions constitute bullying rather than those of lead impeachment lawyer Sheila Sison.
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MANILA — Lorna Kapunan walked back earlier comments about bullying during an online interview Thursday, reframing the narrative surrounding the impeachment proceedings against Vice President Sara Duterte.
Kapunan argued that it is Duterte whose conduct qualifies as bullying rather than Sison, whom she characterized as fulfilling her professional responsibilities in the impeachment case. Kapunan offered an apology to Sison, acknowledging that her previous statement may have been misinterpreted or unfairly directed.
The clarification addresses tensions that have surfaced during the high-profile impeachment proceedings. Kapunan's revised position suggests a distinction between aggressive courtroom tactics employed in legal representation and behavior she considers genuine bullying.
The impeachment case against Duterte has generated significant public debate and scrutiny, with various statements from key participants drawing attention and generating discussion about the conduct of those involved in the process. Kapunan's latest remarks add another layer to the ongoing discourse surrounding the proceedings.