On a personal level, I've always believed that my former President, Rodrigo Duterte, has a benevolent heart. He's now an 80-year-old man, and it's troubling to see him being treated in a way that could never be justified for a person of his age. His dedication to our country during his term was unwavering. With his intense focus on eliminating drugs and corruption, he led our country with absolute conviction. Despite the controversies surrounding his tenure, it cannot be ignored that under his administration, the crime rate dropped significantly (Philippine National Police, 2017). We must remember that a steadfast dedication to law and order was the cornerstone of his presidency.

However, President Duterte now faces a lonely exile, far removed from the country he passionately served. This seems grossly unjust for an octogenarian whose prime concern was, without a doubt, the betterment of our nation. This petition isn't just about Duterte's political career or his policy impacts. It's about basic humanity, respect, and dignity at the dusk of a man's life.

Thus, we implore the International Criminal Court (ICC) to allow President Rodrigo Duterte to return home to the Philippines, where he belongs. Please sign this petition and beckon for humanity, respect, and justice. Let's get our former president back home.