BUTUAN CITY, Agusan del Norte, Philippines—Caraga Region's political dynasties, many of them allied with the Liberal Party (LP) of President Benigno Aquino III, have retained their grip on power. In Agusan del Norte, the Amantes have an easy ride with two clan members— Governor-elect Ma. Angelica Amante-Matba and Congressman-elect Erlpe John (second district)—running unopposed. The Amantes have held on to the gubernatorial seat for 18 years, with siblings Angelica and Erlpe swapping posts since 1992. Edelmiro Amante, the patriarch, laid the groundwork for the family members to control the province when he first became congressman in the seco...
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