The Commission on Elections (Comelec) Second Division stood by its decision to provide an extension for Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., to submit his verified answer in relation to the summons issued for the petition seeking the cancellation of his certificate of candidacy (COC). Comelec/MB In...
Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula has asked voters to study the track record and platform of candidates in the May 2022 elections. Cardinal Jose Advincula (Ali Vicoy/MB) “We pray that there will be a deep assessment of the programs and platforms of every candidate, as well as their track...
The Board of Canvassers (BOC) will not raise the hands of winning candidates in the May 2022 polls as part of the health and safety protocols. Comelec/MB In Resolution No. 10731, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) said during proclamation of the winning candidates, the BOC "shall not physically...
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) said other government agencies should also monitor possible health protocol violations during the public rallies of political aspirants in the May 2022 polls. Comelec/MB "Why is everyone being given a free pass? Isn't it we have other authorities that are...
Senatorial aspirant and lawyer Alex Lacson said on Sunday, Nov. 21, there is a need to show stronger stance in asserting the country’s sovereignty over the West Philippine Sea, a part of the South China Sea that China is claiming. Senatorial aspirant and lawyer Alex Lacson (BISErbisyong...
Opposition senatorial aspirants Jose Manuel 'Chel' Diokno and Teodoro 'Teddy' Baguilat Jr. visited San Pedro and Los Baños in Laguna province over the weekend to hold sectoral consultations, saying that these are important in effectively addressing the various concerns faced by Filipinos. Human...
Opposition Senator Leila De Lima said on Saturday, Nov. 20 that the law which allowed substitution of candidates became an "opportunistic" tool in the hands of "party hoppers" in ways that the public has never seen before. Senator Leila de Lima (Senate of the Philippines) In a statement, De Lima...
The Philippine National Police (PNP) has reiterated its support for both national and local candidates to undergo drug test in order for them to set good example to the people. At the same time, PNP chief Gen. Dionardo Carlos said that he had already instructed the PNP Drug Enforcement Group to...
Some call it street art, others graffiti, but either way, Vice President Leni Robredo’s supporters have turned to painting murals to let her know they are with her in her fight for the presidency. A mural painting depicts Vice President Leni Robredo as “Babaylan” in ‘Maribojoc, Bohol....
Using his "global celebrity stature", presidential aspirant Sen. Manny Pacquiao said on Thursday, Nov. 18 that he will lure foreign direct investments (FDIs) to the Philippines and provide jobs for the country's poor. Senator Manny Pacquiao2 Pacquiao mentioned he has at least 10 international...
Anytime, anywhere. Senator Manny Paquiao in suit thumbsup "Although I'm not in a position to judge anyone on this issue, I am willing to undergo drug test anytime and anywhere," Pacquiao said. In a statement, he also urged his fellow presidential bets to do the same. "Mas maganda kung hair follicle...
Should he win as president, aspirant Senator Christopher “Bong” Go said that he would prioritize putting the economy on track so that it will return to its pre-pandemic level by pursuing a path towards rapid and inclusive economic recovery in his first 100 days. 16BONG Go made the statement...