Perhaps, from the movies where he only got praise releases. This was not only a signature Estrada lifestyle at the Palace. It seemed to be what his presidency was all about. It was about friendships and loyalties. All for one and one for all.
Friends are for keeps.
Friends give as much as he takes. His nickname Erap said it all. His kumpare mentality was set in cement. This proved hazardous to the Inquirer. He only had to complain about this paper and his kumpares did the rest.