Tag: Debates
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Election Debates Optional for Candidates, Says Comelec
In a recent announcement from Manila, the Commission on Elections (Comelec) clarified that participation in election debates for national and local candidates is not compulsory. Comelec Chairperson George Garcia emphasized that the current guidelines do not mandate attendance at debates, as the commission is still evaluating the legal implications of such a requirement. Garcia also…
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Comelec Urges Media to Organize Debates for Mid-Term Election Candidates
In a recent radio interview, Commission on Elections (Comelec) Chair George Garcia encouraged media outlets to facilitate public debates for candidates in the upcoming May 2025 mid-term elections. Garcia highlighted the importance of these debates in helping voters understand the positions of the candidates on various issues. He mentioned that while there is currently no…
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