Bong Go

ModernPoliticianPhilippines1974 — ?

Duterte loyalist and Philippine senator.

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Quick Facts

Born

1974

Country

Philippines

Era

Modern

Occupation

Politician

Score Overview

Military (10%)17

Political (20%)31

Influence (20%)46

Legacy (20%)35

Leadership (15%)31

Strategy (15%)36

Total Score34.7

Bong Go — Complete Timeline

2016 AD

Appointed Special Assistant to the PresidentPolitical Action◆ Major

Bong Go was appointed by President Rodrigo Duterte as Special Assistant to the President (SAP), a cabinet-level position. He served as Duterte's close aide and gatekeeper, managing the president's schedule and communications.

Duterte AdministrationAppointmentExecutive

Impact: national

2019 AD

Advocated for Malasakit Centers ActReform

Go authored and sponsored the Malasakit Centers Act, which established one-stop shops for medical and financial assistance in public hospitals. The law aimed to reduce healthcare costs for indigent patients.

HealthcareLegislationSocial Welfare

Impact: nationalconstructive

Elected Senator in 2019 Midterm ElectionsPolitical Action◆ Major

Go won a Senate seat in the 2019 Philippine midterm elections, placing third overall. His campaign was heavily supported by President Duterte, and he ran on a platform of continuing Duterte's policies.

ElectionSenateDuterte

Impact: national