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Top 12 Political Agenda
| # | Agenda topic | Conversation share | Velocity | Ruling | Opposition | Favours | Strategic assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Impeachment of Vice President Sara Duterte GOVERNANCE | 21% | HIGH | +4 | -5 | Government | Philstar.com reports the Supreme Court dismissed petitions challenging the Senate's discretion on the timing and voting rules for impeachment proceedings, effectively removing legal obstacles for the allies of President Marcos Jr. to advance the case against Vice President Sara Duterte, who is the target of the complaint. Philstar.com?The Manila Times?ANC? |
| 02 | Inflation and Cost of Living ECONOMIC | 15% | HIGH | -4 | +3 | Opposition | The Manila Times reports that the transport group Piston continued its nationwide strike into a second day to protest persistently high fuel prices, creating a visible public display of discontent with the Marcos Jr. administration's handling of the economy. The Manila Times?Philstar.com?GMA News Online? |
| 03 | Corruption and Institutional Integrity GOVERNANCE | 9% | HIGH | +3 | -4 | Government | According to Philstar.com, the National Bureau of Investigation's actions against figures associated with the previous administration and the Vice President, including a subpoena for a former aide to Sara Duterte and a raid on properties of former Speaker Lord Allan Velasco, signal a widening anti-corruption campaign by the Marcos Jr. administration targeting its political rivals. Philstar.com?ANC?Rappler? |
| 04 | Public Transportation Modernization PUBLIC_GOODS | 6% | MED | -3 | +2 | Opposition | GMA News Online reports that the ongoing transport strike, while focused on fuel prices, is also fueled by underlying driver and operator grievances related to the government's Public Utility Vehicle Modernization Program, putting the Marcos Jr. administration's transport policy under renewed pressure. GMA News Online?The Manila Times?Rappler? |
| 05 | West Philippine Sea Tensions SECURITY | 5% | LOW | 0 | 0 | Neither | The Philippine Daily Inquirer reports on continued diplomatic and military positioning in the West Philippine Sea, a persistent sovereignty issue for the Marcos Jr. administration that requires a delicate balance between asserting claims and managing relations with China. Philippine Daily Inquirer?Philstar.com?CNN Philippines? |
| 06 | Press Freedom and Media Safety GOVERNANCE | 3% | LOW | -1 | +1 | Opposition | NUJP and Rappler report that the National Union of Journalists of the Philippines continues to monitor the environment for the press, with ongoing concerns about online harassment and the chilling effect of previous legal cases against journalists, presenting a persistent challenge to the Marcos Jr. administration's democratic credentials. NUJP?Rappler?CMFR? |
| 07 | Labor and Employment Issues ECONOMIC | 3% | LOW | -2 | +1 | Opposition | ABS-CBN News reports that labor groups are renewing calls for substantial wage increases amid rising inflation, arguing that the government's economic policies are failing to protect the purchasing power of ordinary workers. ABS-CBN News?BusinessWorld?Inquirer.net? |
| 08 | Disaster Preparedness and Climate Resilience PUBLIC_GOODS | 3% | LOW | -1 | 0 | Neither | According to the Philippine Information Agency, local government units are conducting drills and reviewing protocols as the country remains in its peak typhoon season, a recurring test of the national government's disaster response coordination and climate adaptation strategies. Philippine Information Agency?PAGASA?Rappler? |
| 09 | Human Rights and Historical Memory SOCIAL | 2% | LOW | -1 | +1 | Opposition | Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International report that human rights groups continue to call for accountability for abuses committed during the drug war of the previous Duterte administration, a sensitive issue for the Marcos Jr. presidency which includes the former president's daughter as Vice President. Human Rights Watch?Amnesty International?Inquirer.net? |
| 10 | Infrastructure Development Push PUBLIC_GOODS | 2% | LOW | +2 | 0 | Government | ANC reports that President Marcos Jr. extended the appointments of his public works and transportation secretaries, signaling a continued focus on the 'Build Better More' infrastructure program as a cornerstone of his administration's economic agenda. ANC?Philippine News Agency?BusinessWorld? |
| 11 | Judicial System Reform GOVERNANCE | 2% | LOW | 0 | 0 | Neither | The Supreme Court's recent flurry of decisions on politically sensitive cases, reported by CNN Philippines, has placed a spotlight on the judiciary's role as an arbiter in high-stakes disputes between the executive and legislative branches, as well as on its own reform agenda. CNN Philippines?The Manila Times?Supreme Court of the Philippines? |
| 12 | OFW Welfare and Protection SOCIAL | 2% | LOW | -1 | 0 | Neither | The Department of Migrant Workers continues to handle cases of distressed Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs), a persistent issue that highlights the vulnerabilities faced by Filipinos working abroad and tests the government's consular and support services, as reported by Inquirer.net. Inquirer.net?GMA News Online?DMW? |
Top 8 Daily Spike Issues
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Supreme Court dismisses petitions against Senate impeachment process, clearing path for proceedings against VP Duterte
Per Philstar.com, this series of rulings is a major legal and political victory for the Marcos-allied forces in the Senate pursuing impeachment, as it removes significant procedural roadblocks and puts Vice President Duterte's camp in a much weaker defensive position.
Philstar.com · The Manila Times · Supreme Court of the Philippines · ANC
Helps the governmentGOV +5 · OPP -5HIGH escalation8% share · Day 2 - 02
NBI subpoenas former aide of VP Duterte in plunder probe
According to Philstar.com, this action by the NBI directly links a member of the Vice President's inner circle to a major corruption investigation, intensifying the legal pressure on her and providing more ammunition for her political opponents.
Philstar.com · Rappler
Helps the governmentGOV +3 · OPP -4HIGH escalation6% share · Day 3 - 03
Transport group Piston continues nationwide strike against high fuel prices
The Manila Times reports the strike's continuation paralyzes parts of the public transport system and serves as a potent, visible symbol of public anger over the cost of living, directly challenging the administration's economic management.
The Manila Times · Philstar.com · Inquirer.net
Helps the oppositionGOV -4 · OPP +3MED escalation5% share · Day 2 - 04
NBI confirms raids on properties of former House Speaker Lord Allan Velasco
ANC reports that this confirmation of an NBI operation against a prominent political figure allied with the previous administration signals that the current government's law enforcement actions are extending to powerful rivals beyond the Vice President's immediate circle.
ANC · Philstar.com · Facebook
Helps the governmentGOV +2 · OPP -3MED escalation3% share · Day 3 - 05
Supreme Court asks Comelec to comment on petition vs postponement of barangay elections
According to ANC, the Supreme Court's action gives judicial oxygen to a challenge against a law passed by the Marcos-allied Congress, potentially creating a new front of legal and political conflict over electoral timelines and local democracy.
Supreme Court of the Philippines · ANC · YouTube
Helps the oppositionGOV -1 · OPP +1MED escalation2% share · Day 3 - 06
President Marcos extends appointments of Public Works and Transportation secretaries
Per ANC, this move signals the President's intent to maintain his current economic team and prioritize his administration's flagship infrastructure program, reinforcing a message of stability in his cabinet.
ANC
Helps the governmentGOV +1 · OPP 0LOW escalation1% share · Day 3 - 07
Supreme Court upholds legality of June 3 Senate leadership change
The Manila Times reports that this ruling solidifies the legitimacy of the current Senate leadership under Senate President Francis Escudero, who is seen as a key ally of the President in the ongoing political battle against the Duterte faction.
The Manila Times · Facebook
Helps the governmentGOV +2 · OPP -2LOW escalation1% share · Day 2 - 08
Supreme Court affirms Senate's 2/3 vote interpretation for impeachment conviction
As reported by ANC, the court's dismissal of a challenge to the Senate's interpretation of the two-thirds vote requirement removes another potential legal defense for VP Duterte, clarifying the rules of a potential trial in a way that is favorable to the impeachers.
Supreme Court of the Philippines · ANC
Helps the governmentGOV +2 · OPP -2HIGH escalation1% share · Day 3
Agenda pushed by each side
Grounded from that day's reportingGovernment
Upholding Constitutional Processes in Impeachment
Allies of President Marcos Jr. in the Senate welcomed the Supreme Court's affirmation of the chamber's authority over impeachment proceedings, framing it as a victory for the rule of law and institutional stability.
Issue #01Ensuring Continuity in Key Government Projects
Malacañang announced the extension of appointments for the secretaries of Public Works and Transportation, emphasizing the President's commitment to the 'Build Better More' infrastructure program.
Issue #10No-Nonsense Campaign Against Corruption
Sources within the administration highlighted the recent actions by the National Bureau of Investigation as proof of a serious, impartial anti-corruption drive targeting powerful figures regardless of affiliation.
Issue #03
Opposition
Condemnation of Political Persecution
Allies of Vice President Sara Duterte decried the series of legal and investigative actions against her and her associates as a coordinated campaign of political harassment by the Marcos administration, intended to silence dissent.
Issue #01Amplify Voices of Protest Against Economic Hardship
Opposition figures expressed solidarity with the transport strike, stating it reflects the widespread public anger over the administration's inability to control inflation and protect the poor from rising costs.
Issue #02