"Voters urged: 'Utilize your democratic privileges'"
💪 Alright, let's get this political ball rolling! 💪
Turns out, our dear Commission on Elections (Comelec) has been pushing citizens to cast their votes in this year's midterm elections happening today. And guess what? They ain't kidding when they say, "Your vote matters!"
Here's their message: "If we want genuine change, then it's time to get out there and vote!" They emphasized that our role in choosing local and national leaders can't be overstated. Get it? Your voice can make a difference! 🗣️
But it's not just about casting ballots, the Comelec has been proactive too. They've stepped up the game by facilitating registration, voter education, and even the evaluation of candidates' platforms and qualifications! 📈
Ready for some numbers? In Central Luzon alone, a whopping total of 7,733,454 registered voters are expected to participate. 🌟
Now, let's break it down by provinces. Here's the top 5:
- Bulacan: 🥇 2,183,281
- Pampanga: 🥈 1,682,684
- Nueva Ecija: 🥉 1,625,351
- Tarlac: 🧝♂️ 940,710
- Bataan: 🤺 588,197
And guess who rounds out the bottom? Zambales and Aurora with 554,981 and 158,259 registered voters, respectively. 🏆
Now, you might be asking, "What's the deal with these early voting hours for senior citizens, PWDs, and pregnant women?' Well, they start at 5 AM and extend till 7 PM! If you fall into one of these categories, remember, voting earlier gives you the chance to breeze through the polls and enjoy your day. 🌞
But don't worry, if you miss the early hours, the regular voting hours of 7 AM to 7 PM will still be at your disposal. You can vote whenever you like! 🗳️🕛
Oh, and in case you're wondering, this year, voters will be electing 12 senators, 63 party-lists, 254 district representatives, and 17,942 governors, provincial board members, mayors, and councilors for 2025. 📅
So there you have it! Get ready to make your voice heard, because this midterm election is your opportunity to shape our country's future! 💪💪💪
- The Comelec is urging Filipinos in this year's midterm elections to exercise their right to vote, emphasizing that their voices can make a difference.
- In Central Luzon alone, over 7.7 million registered voters are expected to participate, with Bulacan leading the provinces with 2.18 million voters.
- Senior citizens, PWDs, and pregnant women have early voting hours from 5 AM to 7 PM, allowing them to breeze through the polls and enjoy their day.
- Voters will be electing 12 senators, 63 party-lists, 254 district representatives, and various local leaders for 2025 in this election.
- This midterm election is an opportunity for voters to shape the future of the country, so get out there and cast your vote!
