Rappler columnist Vergel O. Santos’ ‘Duterte Watch’ wins at 41st National Book Awards 

MANILA, Philippines – Vergel O. Santos’ Duterte Watch: Descent Into Authoritarianism Collected Commentaries won the “Best Book in Journalism” category at the 41st National Book Awards. 

The National Book Development Board (NBDB) and the Manila Critics Circle announced the winners on Saturday, December 9. 

Out of 235 nominations across 34 categories, 35 titles won awards. The categories also consisted of seven languages: Filipino, English, Bikol, Binisaya, Hiligaynon, Tausug, and Waray.