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Tuesday, May 06, 2025
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Bam Aquino Rises to Second Place in Publicus Asia Senatorial Survey
Former Senator Gains Popularity with 41% Approval Ahead of Elections
MANILA, Philippines — In a significant shift in the political landscape, former Senator Bam Aquino has ascended to second place in the latest Publicus Asia senatorial survey, moving up from third position in the first quarter of 2025. The survey, conducted on May 1, 2025, recorded a 41% approval rating for Aquino among 3,000 respondents, representing an increase of eight percentage points from 33% in the previous quarter.
Aquino's support is particularly robust in the National Capital Region, where he garnered 50%.
He also led in North-Central Luzon and South Luzon, with approval ratings of 41% and 49%, respectively.
In the Visayas region, he attained a 40% approval rating, placing him third.
Expressing gratitude to his supporters and volunteers across the nation, Aquino attributed his improved standing in the survey to their hard work and dedication.
As the campaign enters its final week, he has pledged to increase his outreach efforts to connect with more Filipinos.
If re-elected to the Senate, Aquino has committed to expanding the Free College Law, which he previously sponsored as the principal sponsor.
He aims to ensure that more students benefit from this initiative and plans to advocate for guaranteed employment opportunities for Filipinos.
Aquino's support is particularly robust in the National Capital Region, where he garnered 50%.
He also led in North-Central Luzon and South Luzon, with approval ratings of 41% and 49%, respectively.
In the Visayas region, he attained a 40% approval rating, placing him third.
Expressing gratitude to his supporters and volunteers across the nation, Aquino attributed his improved standing in the survey to their hard work and dedication.
As the campaign enters its final week, he has pledged to increase his outreach efforts to connect with more Filipinos.
If re-elected to the Senate, Aquino has committed to expanding the Free College Law, which he previously sponsored as the principal sponsor.
He aims to ensure that more students benefit from this initiative and plans to advocate for guaranteed employment opportunities for Filipinos.
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