One of Dede's weaknesses is her capitulation to the "rule" of men. Unlike Minerva, Dede believes in the authority of patriarchy. In Chapter Five, she disapproves of Minerva's crossing the line in things she considers the domain of men. For example, when Jamito asks Dede to join a game, Dede declines:
"I wouldn't be much help," Dede giggles. Truly, she had always considered sports- like politics - something for men.
Another of her weaknesses is her thinking that she can make decisions...
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