The reign of political dynasties, which act like new feudal lords, must stop, as this is crucial to curbing corruption in the Philippines

This was the call of Bishop Gerardo Alminaza who is the chairperson of the Catholic Bishops’ of the Philippines (CBCP) Episcopal Commission on Social Action–Justice and Peace.

Anti-Dynasty Law, according to the prelate, should be passed without delay as political families have dominated the government for decades.

“Some clans have dominated politics for decades. Yet even newer politicians in national leadership seem to quickly expand their reach through the election or appointment of their relatives,” Alminaza said as quoted by CBCP News.

“Many of the regions where obese political dynasties rule remain poor,” he noted.

The bishop appealed to the Filipino people—long victimized by corruption rooted in political patronage—to stop tolerating political dynasties, saying it is high time to elect fresh and qualified candidates to lead the government.

“[We must] stand together and continue our advocacy until measures for non-repetition and accountability are fully achieved,” Alminaza said. 

He said corruption must stop, stressing that “nothing less will do.”

“This is also the moment for our nation to pass a genuine anti-dynasty law,” he stated. 

According to the Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism, at least 18 political dynasties with five or more members in public office won seats in the May 2025 elections.

“Many of the regions where obese political dynasties rule remain poor,” Alminaza said.

Earlier, House Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III and Ilocos Norte 1st District Rep. Sandro Marcos, son of the President, filed their draft of the Anti-Political Dynasty Act.