President Ferdinand Marcos Jr casts his ballot in the 2025 midterm elections at the Mariano Marcos Memorial Elementary School in his hometown of Batac City, Ilocos Norte.
PRESIDENT Ferdinand Marcos Jr. fulfilled his civic duty on Monday, May 12th, casting his ballot in the 2025 midterm elections at the Mariano Marcos Memorial Elementary School in his hometown of Batac City, Ilocos Norte.
He was accompanied by his mother, former First Lady Imelda Marcos, and his sister, Irene Marcos-Araneta, underscoring the importance of family participation in the democratic process. The President’s presence at the polling station served as a powerful symbol, encouraging fellow Filipinos to exercise their right to vote.
This year’s midterm elections hold significant weight, with a staggering 18,280 seats up for grabs across 14 different positions, ranging from senators to municipal councilors, according to the Commission on Elections (Comelec).
The sheer number of positions contested highlights the breadth and depth of the election’s impact on the nation’s governance and future direction. President Marcos’ vote, among the more than 68 million cast across the country, contributes to the collective decision-making process that shapes the Philippines’ political landscape.
Recognizing the importance of ensuring widespread participation, President Marcos declared May 12th a special non-working holiday via Proclamation 878. This decision, recommended by the Comelec, aimed to provide citizens with ample time to vote without the constraints of work schedules.
The move underscores the administration’s commitment to facilitating a smooth and accessible electoral process, enabling every Filipino to actively participate in shaping their nation’s future.
The President’s act of voting, coupled with the declaration of a national holiday, sends a clear message about the significance of the democratic process.
It reinforces the idea that participation in elections is not just a right, but a responsibility, and that every vote contributes to the overall health and vitality of the Philippine democracy. The 2025 midterm elections are a critical juncture for the nation, and the President’s visible participation underscores the importance of this pivotal moment.
