Marcos-Duterte feud takes back seat as Filipino voters prioritise jobs, food security
Despite the impeachment saga of Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio dominating headlines, a recent survey indicates that economic concerns like job opportunities and food security are the primary focus for Filipino voters in the upcoming midterm elections. A staggering 94% of respondents expressed their intention to vote for candidates prioritizing these issues, highlighting the importance of bread-and-butter concerns.
Another poll revealed that rising rice prices are a major worry for 59% of Filipinos, with 58% feeling that President Marcos Jnr's administration's solutions have been inadequate. Experts suggest that while the impeachment drama might influence politically engaged voters, it is less likely to significantly impact the average citizen who is primarily concerned with daily survival and economic stability.
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Despite the impeachment saga of Vice-President Sara Duterte-Carpio dominating headlines, a recent survey indicates that economic concerns like job opportunities and food security are the primary focus for Filipino voters in the upcoming midterm elections. A staggering 94% of respondents expressed their intention to vote for candidates prioritizing these issues, highlighting the importance of bread-and-butter concerns.
Another poll revealed that rising rice prices are a major worry for 59% of Filipinos, with 58% feeling that President Marcos Jnr's administration's solutions have been inadequate. Experts suggest that while the impeachment drama might influence politically engaged voters, it is less likely to significantly impact the average citizen who is primarily concerned with daily survival and economic stability.
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