The political balance is extremely fragile, with multiple sides in a position to potentially disrupt the entire system. A single major misstep by President Marcos could trigger a coup or mass revolt. So far, the pro-Duterte faction is in a relatively better position, since their champion, Vice President Sara Duterte, happens to be next in line if the incumbent falls and also the leading candidate in a race where she is the only declared contender so far. All preelection surveys show that another