TITO SOTTO

TITO SOTTO’S BACKGROUND

Tito Sotto, or Vicente Castelo Sotto III, is a prominent
Filipino politician, musician, and athlete. Grandson of a
former senator, he's known for founding the influential
band VST & Co., achieving success in bowling, and serving
as a long-time senator, including a term as Senate
President. He also co-hosts the popular TV show "Eat
Bulaga!" and ran for Vice President in 2022. His background
blends family legacy with diverse achievements in
entertainment, sports, and politics.
 TITO SOTTO’S POLITICAL CAREER
Tito Sotto's political career is a long and varied one. He started as
Vice Mayor of Quezon City from 1988 to 1992, then served four
terms in the Senate (1992-2004, 2010-2022). He also held the
position of Chairman of the Dangerous Drugs Board from 2008 to
2009. Sotto's most prominent political achievement was his
election as the 23rd Senate President of the Philippines from
2018 to 2022. He was also Senate Majority Leader and Senate
Minority Leader on multiple occasions. In the 2022 elections, he
ran for Vice President as the running mate of Panfilo Lacson
 TITO SOTTO’S ISSUES
PEPSI PALOMA CASE: ACCUSED OF INVOLVEMENT, CLAIMED
INNOCENCE.
PLAGIARISM: ACCUSED OF PLAGIARISM IN A SENATE
SPEECH.
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH: STRONGLY OPPOSED
REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH LAWS.
DEATH PENALTY: ADVOCATED FOR THE DEATH PENALTY.
WEST PHILIPPINE SEA: INVOLVED IN DISCUSSIONS
REGARDING THE WEST PHILIPPINE SEA DISPUTE.
 TITO SOTTO’S PROGRAMS
EDUCATION: IMPROVE EDUCATION QUALITY AND SUPPORT TEACHERS.
DRUG PROBLEM: COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH TO PREVENTION AND REHABILITATION.
HUMAN RIGHTS: PRO-LIFE STANCE AND PROTECT CHILDREN'S AND WOMEN'S RIGHTS.
CORRUPTION: ADVOCATE FOR GOVERNMENT TRANSPARENCY.
ECONOMY: MODERNIZE AGRICULTURE, REFORM THE BUDGET, AND CREATE JOBS.
OFW SUPPORT: COMMUNICATE WITH AND ASSIST OVERSEAS FILIPINO WORKERS.
PEACE & ORDER: ADDRESS POVERTY AND EDUCATION TO REDUCE CRIME.
WEST PHILIPPINE SEA: SECURE MARITIME RIGHTS.
HEALTHCARE: FULLY IMPLEMENT UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE.
WATER/ENERGY: ESTABLISH DESALINATION PLANTS AND SUPPORT RENEWABLE
ENERGY.
POLITICAL DYNASTIES: OPEN TO DISCUSSING REFORMS ON POLITICAL DYNASTIES.
IMEE MARCOS
 IMEE MARCOS’ BACKGROUND
Imee Marcos is a Filipino politician, the daughter of former
President Ferdinand Marcos and Imelda Marcos, and the
older sister of current President Bongbong Marcos. Her
political career includes serving as a Senator since 2019,
Governor of Ilocos Norte from 2010 to 2019, and
Representative of Ilocos Norte's 2nd district from 1998 to
2007. Her background is deeply rooted in the Marcos
family's prominent role in Philippine political history.
 IMEE MARCOS’ POLITICAL CAREER
Imee Marcos has built a lengthy political career, beginning
during her father's presidency and continuing through
various elected positions. She served as a member of the
Batasang Pambansa, then as a Representative and
Governor of Ilocos Norte, and currently holds a seat in the
Philippine Senate. Her political trajectory reflects a
consistent presence in Philippine politics, deeply
connected to her family's established influence.
 IMEE MARCOS’ ISSUES
FAKE DIPLOMA: ALLEGATIONS OF USING A FALSIFIED
COLLEGE DEGREE.
UNPAID TAXES: ACCUSATIONS OF TAX EVASION.
OIL DEPOT: CRITICISM OVER ENVIRONMENTAL AND
ECONOMIC CONCERNS RELATED TO ITS CONSTRUCTION.
HUMAN RIGHTS: CONDEMNATION OF HER FAMILY'S
RECORD DURING MARTIAL LAW.
CORRUPTION: ALLEGATIONS OF MISUSING PUBLIC
FUNDS.
 IMEE MARCOS’ PROGRAMS
IMEE KABUHAYAN: HELPING WOMEN IN POOR
COMMUNITIES BUILD LIVELIHOODS.
SOCIAL WELFARE: STREAMLINING AID DISTRIBUTION
(AICS, AKAP), EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE.
AGRICULTURE: SUPPORTING YOUNG FARMERS (YFC),
ADDRESSING RICE ISSUES ("BIGAYAN 2024").
AID EFFICIENCY: FOCUS ON FASTER GOVERNMENT AID
DELIVERY.
ABBY BINAY
 ABBY BINAY’S BACKGROUND
Abby Binay, daughter of former Vice President Jejomar Binay and
Elenita Binay, has built a significant political career in Makati City.
Holding a bachelor's degree in Human Ecology from the University of
the Philippines Los Baños and a law degree from Ateneo de Manila Law
School, she entered politics by serving as Representative of Makati's
2nd District from 2007 to 2016. Since 2016, she has served as the
Mayor of Makati, winning multiple reelection bids, and has focused on
initiatives like the city's digital transformation and infrastructure
projects, such as the Makati Subway. Recently she has announced that
she will be running for a senatorial seat in the 2025 elections.
 ABBY BINAY’S POLITICAL CAREER
Abby Binay's political career has been dedicated to public service,
primarily within Makati City. After serving as a Representative of
Makati's 2nd District from 2007 to 2016, she transitioned to local
executive leadership, becoming the city's mayor in 2016 and securing
multiple re-elections. Her mayoral terms have focused on initiatives
like digitalizing city services, advancing infrastructure projects such as
the Makati Subway, and implementing social programs for residents.
With a strong track record in local governance, she has recently
announced her candidacy for a senatorial seat in the 2025 elections,
aiming to extend her public service to the national level.
 ABBY BINAY ISSUES

Brother Argument: Public family/political dispute.

Business Warnings: Against false city
representation.
Anti-Drug Criticism: Questions about campaign
effectiveness.
Tax-Free Pay: Proposal with mixed economic
reactions.
 ABBY BINAY PROGRAMS
HEALTH: FREE MEDICINES, DIALYSIS, VACCINES, AND
NEWBORN KITS.
EDUCATION: MODERN SCHOOLS, LIBRARIES, AND
SCHOLARSHIPS.
DIGITAL: CITYWIDE WI-FI, APPS, AND AIR QUALITY
MONITORING.
INFRASTRUCTURE: MAKATI SUBWAY.
SOCIAL AID: POVERTY PROGRAMS AND RESIDENT
ASSISTANCE.
KIKO PANGILINAN
 KIKO PANGILINAN’S BACKGROUND
Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan is a Filipino politician and lawyer with a
substantial career in public service. He graduated from the University
of the Philippines with degrees in English and Law, and later earned a
Master's in Public Administration from Harvard University. His political
journey includes serving as a Quezon City Councilor, and multiple
terms as a Senator of the Philippines, where he held significant
positions like Senate Majority Leader. He also served as Presidential
Assistant for Food Security and Agricultural Modernization. Notably,
he has been a strong advocate for agriculture and food security, and
has remained an active figure in Philippine politics.
 KIKO PANGILINAN’S POLITICAL CAREER
Kiko Pangilinan's political career spans decades, beginning as a
Quezon City Councilor and progressing to multiple terms as a
Philippine Senator, where he served as Senate Majority Leader. His
legislative work is marked by a strong advocacy for agriculture and
food security, which he furthered as Presidential Assistant for Food
Security and Agricultural Modernization. Notably, he ran as the
Vice Presidential candidate alongside Leni Robredo in the 2022
elections, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in Philippine
politics with a consistent focus on social and agricultural reform.
 KIKO PANGILINAN ISSUES
Juvenile Justice Law: Criticized for
implementation issues.
Election Losses: "Otso Diretso" campaign and
vice-presidential defeat.
"Food Czar" Role: Criticisms of his performance.
Cyber Libel: Filing cases against those spreading
what he claims is false information.
 KIKO PANGILINAN PROGRAMS
Farming Support: Helping farmers, improving
agriculture.
Food Security: Ensuring access to food, fighting
hunger.
Social Welfare: Improving healthcare, education, and
aid.
Lawmaking: Pushing for laws against corruption, fake
news, and for justice.
DOC. WILLIE ONG
 DOC. WILLIE TAN ONG
Background: Filipino cardiologist, internist and media
personality
Political Career: Willie Ong was a candidate for Vice
President in the 2022 Philippine Presidential Election and a
candidate for the Philippine Senatorial Election.
Education
- Elementary and high school: Xavier School in San Juan
- Studied Botany at the University of the Philippines
- Got his medical degree at the De La Salle Medical and Health
Science
 DOC. WILLIE TAN ONG
Key Issues:
-Lack of political experience: Critics argue that Doc Willie Ong lacks the necessary
political experience to be an effective senator.
- Controversial health advice: Some of Doc Willie Ong's health advice has been
criticized by the medical community as misleading or unproven.
- Alleged ties to the Marcos family: Doc Willie Ong has faced criticism for his alleged
ties to the Marcos family, which has been linked to human rights abuses and
corruption.
- Questionable use of social media: Doc Willie Ong has faced criticism for using social
media to promote his own brand and products, rather than focusing on policy issues.
- Lack of transparency: Some critics have accused Doc Willie Ong of lacking
transparency in his campaign, particularly with regards to his financial disclosures.
 DOC. WILLIE TAN ONG
Contributions
-Healthcare advocacy: Doc Willie Ong has been a strong advocate for accessible
and affordable healthcare, particularly for marginalized communities.
-Medical missions: He has organized and participated in numerous medical
missions, providing free healthcare services to those in need.
-Health education: Through his social media platforms and public appearances,
Doc Willie Ong has promoted health awareness and education, making medical
information more accessible to the general public.
-Disaster response: He has been involved in disaster response efforts, providing
medical aid and support to affected communities.
-Philanthropy: Doc Willie Ong has supported various charitable causes, including
education and livelihood programs for underprivileged communities.