The passage of anti-dynasty law could bring about greater benefits to the people in terms of leveling the playing field in electoral politics.
This article analyzes the evolution of the legislative attempts of anti-political dynasty bills filed in the Senate of the Philippines from the 13th Congress of the Philippines to the 17th Congress of the Philippines.
COMELEC had designated September 1-28, 2024, as the official period for political parties to hold nominating conventions for the 2025 national and local elections. However, most of the electorate won’t be able to spectate, much less participate in, the conventions.
The wheeling-and-dealing that has now marked the very beginning of a national election when candidates officially register their intent shows…