President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr. condemned the recent string of violent road rage incidents and urged Filipinos to choose patience and discipline, especially amid the Holy Week break when most people would be traveling.
In his vlog posted on Monday, April 14, President Marcos called out the rise of aggressive behavior among motorists, citing cases of shouting matches, threats, and even fatal shootings that have plagued public roads in recent weeks.
“We’re all so brave now. Everyone’s a tough guy,” he said. “What kind of culture are we building if we normalize confrontation and violence on our streets?” he added.
President Marcos reminded the public that driving is a privilege, not a right, and stressed the importance of being mindful not just of traffic laws but also of one’s behavior behind the wheel.
He criticized those who resort to filming conflicts instead of helping to defuse the situation.
“We shouldn’t go viral again because of fighting. Let’s choose peace,” he said, urging both drivers and bystanders to take responsibility in maintaining public order.
With Holy Week approaching, President Marcos called for calm, understanding, and mutual respect on the road.
“Let’s give to each other. Be humble. The new Filipino sides with peace and safety,” he said.