Anakpawis Rep Slams Proposed College Graduate Requirement for Elected Officials, “It’s Anti-Poor”

Anakpawis Party-list Representative Ariel Casilao strongly opposed the proposed college degree requirement for aspiring lawmakers such as congressmen and senators. This is after the Charter Change panel had agreed via 13-5 votes that the said requirement to be included in the new Constitution under the proposed federal system.

Sen Legarda to Propose Qualifying Exam for 2019 Election Candidates

The 2019 mid term elections is fast approaching, and might be the first of its kind. This is if the proposal of Senator Loren Legarda to have a qualifying exam for congressional and senatorial candidates will become a law. Through this, Filipino voters can expect more credible election candidates, and shall get rid of the usual game of popularity.