MANILA, Philippines - Despite political divisions and intense campaigns, majority of Filipinos have accepted the legitimacy of the last May 12, 2025 electoral process and its results, with 83 percent or 8 out of 10 adult Filipinos expressing confidence that the officials results were accurate and credible, according to the Tugon ng Masa (TNM) nationwide survey conducted by OCTA Research (OCTA).
May 12 poll results accurate, credible - OCTA Research, This news data comes from:http://yamato-syokunin.com
The same survey also showed that the majority of Filipinos believed that the Commission on Elections (Comelec) did its job well in ensuring a free, fair, and credible elections with 64 percent or nearly-two thirds of adult Filipinos registering their affirmation while only 4 percent disagreed.
It said that the confidence level in the Comelec's performance was broad-based across regions and classes, though about one in three Filipinos expressed neutrality—signaling that while trust is strong, the Commission must continue its efforts to engage and reassure voters to solidify its credibility.
Likewise, a great majority of Filipino voters or 86 percent were satisfied with the automated election system, citing its speed, ease, and efficiency in the 2025 elections.
"With only 3 percent dissatisfied, Filipinos now view automation as essential to credible elections and strongly support its continued use in the future," the survey said.
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