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Nov 28, 2021 · Political dynasties in the Philippines are nothing new. Richard Heydarian, an expert on Philippine politics, says they are such a dominant feature in the country that between 70% and 90% of...
Politics of the Philippines. Politics in the Philippines are governed by a three-branch system of government. The country is a democracy, with a president who is directly elected by the people and serves as both the head of state and the head of government.
May 8, 2022 · News | Elections. Why the 2022 Philippines election is so significant. There are 10 candidates vying to replace Rodrigo Duterte as president, but only two really matter. Filipinos will choose a...
- Al Jazeera Staff
Overview. The Philippines hosts a vibrant political landscape and elections are free from overt restrictions. However, established political elites benefit from structural advantages, and highly organized disinformation campaigns and widespread vote buying undermine fair competition.
Jan 13, 2022 · Global. The Duo Fighting to Preserve Dynastic Rule in the Philippines. Two of the country’s most notorious political families are teaming up for the upcoming presidential election to...
Feb 7, 2022 · The deeply-rooted patronage system in the Philippines bolsters money politics, especially during elections. Some candidates engage in vote buying rather than promoting their platforms, others misuse public service delivery for electoral purposes instead of broader development objectives.
Oct 26, 2023 · Despite several attempts to articulate an ideologically based discourse, Philippine politics continue to revolve around candidate-centered alliances of provincial bosses, political machines, and local clans, grounded on clientelistic, parochial, and personal inducements rather than issues, ideologies, and party programs.
