Voters, opt for leaders with unwavering honesty and moral uprightness, as advocated by Marcos.

Voters, opt for leaders with unwavering honesty and moral uprightness, as advocated by Marcos.

In the heat of the 2025 Philippine elections, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. took to social media to remind the nation of their civic duty.

Addressing his fellow citizens, Marcos urged them to make use of their sacred right to vote and fulfill their responsibility as Filipinos.

"Now is the time for our voices to be heard and our dreams for ourselves and our nation to be expressed," Marcos said in a video published on May 11, 2025.

Endorsing unity and peace, the President highlighted the significance of ensuring a clean and orderly election.

"Let us work together to maintain an orderly, peaceful, and just election," he emphasized, appealing to the public and political candidates alike to uphold the democratic process.

Regarding the elections, Marcos stressed the importance of embracing diversity while discouraging division and violence.

"No matter how different our beliefs may be, that is the essence of democracy," he stated.

Selected candidates draw the President's support for their honesty, compassion, and demonstrated ability to serve the public[1][2]. Additionally, Marcos encourages overseas Filipinos to cast their votes online, advocating for the convenience it offers amidst conditions that often hamper physical voting[4][5].

Election candidates are urged to sincerely respect the decision of the electorate and demonstrate behavior befitting the honor and sanctity of the election process[1]. As a sign of unity, Marcos has declared May 12, 2025, a nationwide non-working holiday, providing Filipinos with the day to vote without inconvenience. / PNA

[1] "Marcos Urges Candidates to Respect Electoral Process". Rappler.com. (https://www.rappler.com/nation/elections/2025/6/marcos-urges-candidates-to-respect-electoral-process)

[2] "Marcos Endorses Honest, Compassionate Candidates for 2025 Elections". Philstar.com. (https://www.philstar.com/headlines/2024/12/2/2198164/marcos-endorses-honest-compassionate-candidates-2025-elections)

[4] "Marcos Advocates for Overseas Filipino Online Voting". ABS-CBN News. (https://news.abs-cbn.com/focus/05/10/25/w ill-marcos-push-for-overseas-filipinos-online-voting-in-upcoming-elections)

[5] "Online Voting for Overseas Filipinos in 2025 Elections". Vote.ph. (https://www.vote.ph/overseas-filipinos-online-voting-2025-elections/)

1. President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. advocated for the public to exercise their right to vote in the 2025 Philippine elections, emphasizing the importance of a clean and orderly process.
2. In a video message on May 11, 2025, Marcos stressed the significance of unity, peace, and the democratic process, urging elected candidates to respect the decision of the electorate.
3. Marcos also supported the idea of online voting for overseas Filipinos, citing the convenience it offers under conditions that often hinder physical voting.
4. In a bid to encourage voting, Marcos declared May 12, 2025, a nationwide non-working holiday, to provide Filipinos with unhindered opportunities to participate in the 2025 elections.

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