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The renowned journalist Maria Ressa first interviewed Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte in the 1980s 鈥� her media career was just beginning and he was the then mayor of Davao City. More than 30 years later, the two are still crossing swords. Ressa is now on a crusade to combat the 鈥榝ake news鈥� she believes Duterte and others spread on social media. She's facing charges of fraud, tax evasion and cyber libel, in what her supporters believe are revenge prosecutions. Producer: Ben Carter
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