The repeated use of rape, which is a criminal offense, to induce laughter not only normalizes violence against women and children but desensitizes a country where a woman is raped each hour.
Duterte’s allies who defend his disgusting humor are enablers of sexual violence. Instead of protecting the welfare of women and children, these public officials would rather help perpetuate a culture of rape.
— Gabriela Rep. Arlene Brosas
