Did the south Vietnamese like diem?

The South Vietnamese people's opinions on President Ngo Dinh Diem were mixed. While some supported him for his anti-communist stance and efforts to promote economic development, many others were disillusioned due to his authoritarian rule, favoritism towards Catholics, and failure to address land reform and social issues. This discontent ultimately contributed to his declining popularity and the rise of opposition movements. Diem's regime faced increasing criticism, leading to his assassination in 1963.