THE Commission on Elections (Comelec) announced over the weekend that it would resolve all petitions against candidates deemed 'nuisance' by the end of November, paving the way for a final list of candidates ahead of the May 12, 2025 midterm elections.
THE Commission on Elections announced over the weekend that it would resolve all petitions against candidates deemed 'nuisance' by the end of November, paving the way for a final list of candidates ahead of the May 12, 2025 midterm elections.Comelec Chairman George Garcia said this decision was crucial for the timely printing of ballots, expected to begin in December.
The Comelec defines nuisance candidates as those who file candidacies with no genuine intention to serve or who may mislead voters, particularly those with names similar to other candidates.'Sometimes, the wrong candidate is proclaimed the winner, especially if there is a similarity in names,' Garcia said as he highlighted the potential for serious electoral consequences.
Body To Weed Out 'Nuisance' Candidates
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