Articles to read before you make your choice for the next PH President
The national and local elections in the Philippines are only hours away. To help Filipinos choose the next person to hold the highest position in the land, here are some articles highly curated to make you think before the D-Day.
The campaign season is the most critical moment for every candidate who is aspiring to hold a position in public office. At the same time, it is the moment where the electorate has to know these people, intending to choose the most suitable candidate for the office.
This matter proves how important a vote means. The electorate has the power to elect the next leader. Thus, it's significant to know their plans and see how qualified they are through their experiences and skill set.
With you, as a member of this nation, you have the say that the country should hear. Ready to equip yourself with information for the coming elections? These are some publications that you should check out:
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The Philippines' High-Stakes Election: What to Know
This article is written by Joshua Kurlantzick for Council on Foreign Relations, an international nonprofit organization based in the United States which promotes international relations and foreign policy knowledge.
It briefly describes the two opposing political parties which are the current leading candidates for the Philippine presidency. Inarguably, the points available in this write-up would make you think between the two. Setting aside, facts concerning the country and how these two candidates would take their sides on these issues are also available in this timely piece.
One Woman, Leni Robredo, Stands in a Way of a Marcos Revival in the Philippines
Some of you may argue about this but, as we look back the history may we never forget the horrors of martial law. The surveys might interpret the Marcoses' revival as the first family. Although Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is leading the recent polls and surveys, a heads-on fight is still unveiling with the only woman running for the presidency, Leni Robredo.
The surveys may say she's the "second" but this article might help you understand her position in the current political climate, her stance, and the platforms of the Vice President of the Philippines.
'We want a Change': In the Philippines, Young People Aim to Upend and Election
According to the Commission on Elections (COMELEC), over half of the population is part of the youth. Garnering 56% of the 65.7 million voting population, the sector is a driving factor in the total number of votes that could determine who might be the one to win the upcoming elections.
Maybe you're wondering the essence of why should we listen to the youth's voice. To tell you frankly, the statistics made it clear that they are the generation most affected by the upcoming changes. Therefore, examining and identifying their perception should be taken into consideration.
This article would give you a glimpse of what the Filipino youth of today has to say about the upcoming election. Care to know their public sentiments?
Excerpts from articles published The New York Times (left) and Brookings (right) respectively. Collated by francescawrites at Canva.com
How were the Philippines in today's time?
The Duterte administration posed several controversies that oscillate the democratic principles of the state. Given democracy and fairness to make a 'just' government, how would the Filipino people eradicate the authoritarian ruling of the current administration?
These are controversial questions that seek to find their answers. Now, we have the chance to elect a new leader to redeem our democratic principles to action. Would you rather choose to express democracy or fall short in the hands of a threat to our freedom of democratic expression?
Vote SAFE Pilipinas
Hours before the elections, take a look at the COMELEC's final reminders for a safe voting experience. For first-time voters and those who were adapting to the new normal circumstances, this article would be a great help for you.
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Desired Candidate Attributes
Running for a local and national position means applying for a job role to fulfill. Sadly, this factor is often overlooked by some. With the nation as the 'boss' that should be served by these aspiring governmental leaders, understanding how they position themselves is an important notion to discuss. Analyze their intention and qualifications with the following in this article by the University of Missouri.
It delineated the desired candidate attributes that should be possessed by individuals looking for a job. The following could serve as the basis to determine whether or not you have chosen the right one.
Be critical by objectively seeking the right one. Go for facts and always remember that you have the power to choose without the thought of ostracism for standing to principles you believe are right and just.
Your Vote Matters
In the light of the ending campaign season, may you realize the reason why your vote matters. Always remember that the future lies in you. To whoever your vote would be, may that someone has the attributes and the qualifications to fulfill the supposed tasks to serve the Filipino nation.
It is now or never. Choose wisely!
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In my country today, we are preparing for the 2023 election and a lot of the aspirants are already giving out bribes in form of money and food stuffs so people will vote for them. All I see is another four years of suffering awaiting us.