Abstract
The Philippine Election 2022 is a critical event that will shape the future of the country.
It is an opportunity for citizens to exercise their democratic rights and choose their leaders. However, beneath the surface of this seemingly democratic process lie several injustices and negatives that need to be brought to light. This commentary aims to delve into these issues and shed light on the flaws and problems that plague the Philippine Election 2022. This will analyze the current landscape of the Philippine Election 2022 and discuss the potential solutions that can be adopted to foster a more inclusive, fair, and transparent electoral process. It will also provide a critical appraisal of the existing electoral system and argue for reforms that can ensure free and fair elections. Additionally, this commentary will explore the impact of the current electoral system on the Philippine economy and the quality of governance, and it will advocate for the implementation of reforms that can ensure a more equitable distribution of resources and political power. Finally, it will provide recommendations for further research and action that can be taken to strengthen the electoral system in the Philippines. Plato once said: "Democracy... is a charming form of government, full of variety and disorder, and dispensing a sort of equality to equals and unequal alike." This statement captures the essence of democracy in the Philippines, where the electoral system has been shaped by a variety of factors, including socio-economic and political inequalities. This means that to strengthen the electoral system, it is necessary to find ways to address these inequalities and ensure that all citizens have access to their democratic rights.
Publication record
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.66206/eduheart.2025.3
- ISSN
- 3028-0842
- Published
- 2025-03-14
- License
- https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0
- Copyright
- © 2025 Asian Research Journal of Education
- Publisher
- EduHeart Knowledge Network and Publishing, Inc.
Contributors
- Reynante Mariano Manalo, PhD