The latest nationwide survey conducted by market research firm Tangere from July 7 to 10, 2026, reveals that the public is split nearly down the middle regarding their alignment. While 32 percent of respondents indicate they favor the prosecution, a close 30 percent actively back Vice President Duterte. This marginal two-point difference highlights a highly polarized political climate, leaving a plurality of the population uncommitted as initial evidence and witness testimonies begin to surface in the Senate chamber.

“The data indicates that the vast majority of the public is adopting a wait-and-see approach, refusing to commit to either side during these early, critical stages of the trial,” said Martin Peñaflor, Chief Executive Officer of Tangere. “For corporate decision-makers, brand managers, and media organizations, this high percentage of undecided citizens highlights the critical importance of objective reporting and risk-averse public relations planning during high-stakes political events.”

Key Takeaways: Evaluating Trial Dynamics and Institutional Leadership

Public Split Between Prosecution and Defense

With only 32 percent favoring the prosecution and 30 percent backing the Vice President, neither side has secured a definitive lead in the court of public opinion.

• A Plurality of Observers Wait on Evidence: The 38 percent undecided figure indicates that a large segment of the population is waiting to evaluate the concrete evidence and testimonies before forming a final judgment.
• Highly Polarized Base Support: The narrow margin between the two active sides reveals a highly polarized national landscape, where political allegiances remain deeply entrenched.
• Business Takeaway: In a deeply divided market, consumer-facing brands must maintain absolute political neutrality in all external and internal communications. Publicly aligning with either side of the impeachment debate presents substantial reputational risks that could alienate up to a third of a brand’s customer base.

Assessing Witness Credibility: The Testimonies Begin

The survey specifically gauged public perception of the trial’s early proceedings, which saw National Bureau of Investigation (NBI) Senior Agent John Mark Calilung take the stand as the prosecution’s first major witness. Calilung served as the lead agent investigating alleged threats made by the Vice President.

• Spotlight on Expert Witnesses: Public perception of the trial’s legitimacy hinges heavily on the perceived credibility of professional, non-partisan figures like NBI agents.
• Scrutiny on Opening Arguments: Respondents’ leanings are actively shaped by how effectively each side presented their opening statements and initial cross-examinations during the opening days of the trial.
• Business Takeaway: Just as the public scrutinizes the credibility of legal witnesses, corporate stakeholders closely examine the data and authorities backing corporate claims. B2B organizations must ensure their marketing and communications are anchored in verifiable, objective research rather than speculative narratives.

Public Satisfaction with Senate Leadership

The survey also evaluated public satisfaction with the key figures presiding over the historic trial, specifically Senate President Sherwin “Win” Gatchalian and the designated presiding officer, Senator Francis “Chiz” Escudero.

• Demand for Impartiality: Senate President Gatchalian has publicly emphasized the necessity of maintaining strict rules of impartiality and order inside the chamber, a stance that strongly resonates with a public looking for a fair trial.
• Focus on Procedural Integrity: The performance ratings of the presiding officers serve as a direct indicator of public trust in the Senate’s capacity to act as a fair, objective tribunal.
• Business Takeaway: Operational transparency and structural fairness build institutional trust. Businesses can protect their corporate reputations by mirroring this dedication to procedural integrity in their corporate governance and stakeholder relations.

Survey Methodology

To ensure scientific credibility and representative accuracy, Tangere utilized its proprietary mobile-based polling platform to collect real-time public opinion:

• Sample Size: 1,200 Filipino respondents nationwide.
• Field Work Dates: July 7 to 10, 2026.
• Margin of Error: ±2.77 percentage points at a 95 percent confidence level.
• Demographic Profile: Representative distribution covering key geographic regions, socioeconomic brackets, and age demographics across the Philippines.

Make Data-Driven Decisions with Tangere

In times of national uncertainty and shifting public sentiment, guesswork is a liability. Whether you are managing corporate communications, analyzing policy impacts, or looking to understand consumer behavior across key demographics, Tangere provides the rapid, reliable market research services you need to move forward with confidence.

Contact Tangere today to design your own public polling campaign or to leverage our advanced mobile-based research solutions.

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The mobile-based poll, conducted from July 6 to 8, 2026, reveals that a majority of the public does not align with the religious group’s recent protestations. The INC actively protested the inclusion of Senator Marcoleta in a high-profile list of accused individuals, raising concerns about uneven law enforcement and partiality in the justice system. However, the broader population leans toward letting the legal process run its course.

“The survey indicates a shift in how the public perceives high-profile political litigation, showing that the majority of citizens prioritize systemic accountability over claims of selective prosecution,” said Martin Peñaflor, Chief Executive Officer of Tangere. “For corporate brands and media entities, understanding these deep divisions in public sentiment is critical when navigating public relations in politically sensitive climates.”

Understanding Public Sentiment and Political Accountability

Public Divides on Alleged “Selective Justice”

While the INC’s mobilization highlighted a strong belief among its members that the state is weaponizing the law, Tangere’s data shows this view is not shared by the wider public. The 39 percent agreement rate suggests that while a significant minority is skeptical of the government’s motives, the remaining 61 percent either disagree or remain neutral on whether the senator is a victim of selective justice.

• Public Skepticism of Claims: A clear majority of Filipinos are hesitant to label the government’s legal actions as politically motivated or unfair.
• Support for the Rule of Law: For most respondents, justice must be served regardless of an individual’s political standing, influence, or religious backing.
• Business Takeaway: Brands and corporate organizations must remain strictly neutral when operating in environments heavily influenced by religious and political affiliations. Aligning with controversial narratives that do not carry majority public support can expose organizations to severe reputational risks.

Awareness of the Plunder Allegations

The public discourse surrounding Senator Marcoleta is heavily tied to the planned filing of a plunder case against him involving an alleged Php 75 million in campaign contributions.

• Widespread Media Coverage: The high profile of the case has generated substantial media attention, driving public interest and opinions across key regions.
• Focus on Financial Transgressions: Public sensitivity to large-scale financial and campaign irregularities remains exceptionally high, overshadowing defense narratives of selective prosecution.
• Business Takeaway: Transparency and financial integrity remain paramount. Corporate entities must continuously fortify their governance practices, as public tolerance for financial misconduct in both public and private sectors is lower than ever.

Survey Methodology

To ensure scientific credibility and accurate representation, Tangere utilized its proprietary mobile-based polling platform to gather rapid, real-time insights:

• Sample Size: 2,400 respondents nationwide.
• Field Work Dates: July 6 to 8, 2026.
• Margin of Error: ±1.96 percent at a 95 percent confidence level.
• Demographic Profile: Diverse representation spanning key geographic areas, age groups, and socioeconomic classes across the Philippines.

Get Deeper Insights for Your Business

Navigating the complex landscape of Philippine public opinion requires precise, demographic-specific data. Whether you are managing corporate communications, shaping public affairs strategies, or looking to understand consumer behavior in Metro Manila and beyond, Tangere delivers the rapid, reliable market research services you need.

Contact Tangere today to run your own custom polling campaigns or to leverage our advanced mobile-based research solutions.

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Rappler reporter Pia Ranada asks Martin Peñaflor about how Tangere’s mobile phone surveys offer another way of measuring sentiment about 2022 candidates

MANILA, Philippines – A market research company created in 2018 is using another method to measure public sentiment about presidential candidates.

Tangere, founded by 36-year-old Martin Peñaflor, used their mobile survey app mostly for corporate clients but they’ve recently harnessed it to conduct pre-election surveys. They’ve conducted polls on the performance of candidates in presidential debates, voter preferences for presidential bets and senatorial bets, and more.

How accurate are mobile phone surveys? How do they differ from those surveys done by Pulse Asia and Social Weather Stations? Is it correct for Isko Moreno’s camp, for example, to take solace in Tangere’s April election survey results showing the Manila Mayor had scored roughly the same voter-preference rating as Vice President Leni Robredo?

Rappler senior reporter Pia Ranada asks this, and more, in an interview on Monday, April 11, at 1 pm. Catch it on this page, on YouTube, and on Rappler’s social media channels. – Rappler.com

Got comments, questions, or insights about this story? Head to our developing stories and elections pages for the latest news on COC filing. Engage with Rappler journalists and fellow readers via the Philippine politics chat room or message the Comelec for any concerns, complaints, or suggestions via the voter hotline chat room on Rappler Communities app, available for free for iOS, Android, or web. Access our chat rooms by tapping the Community tab on the app. See you there!

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These days, he is more popularly known as Boss Martin to the half a million followers of the Tangere Pinoy Survey with Prizes Community on Facebook where he regularly goes live to announce the winners of the weekly raffle draws.

From Consultancies to Start-ups. But in his previous life, Martin Peñaflor served for over a decade as an internationally certified business process consultant to small, medium, and large companies based in Europe and in the Philippines, during which he earned numerous accolades from clients and peers for his project contributions and leadership.

However, the information technology landscape in the Philippines was evolving, and changing fast, creating room for him to shift his view from being a consultant advising clients to immerse himself in a tech start-up and becoming an entrepreneur.

Innovating for Social Good. In 2018, he put up Tangere together with friends from the Market Research and Data Analytics industries. As its CEO and Chief Architect, he leads this emerging start-up company that leverages on mobile application technology and social media engagement to conduct surveys that gather the sentiments of Filipinos ​from all walks of life ​all over the country which are then used to generate timely​ and actionable insights for data-driven decision making.

Tangere, however, goes beyond just big data analytics. In the 2020 Ginebra Ako Awards, Martin was recognized under the Pilipino Ako Category which highlights the value of unity, for the use of the Tangere app to assess help needed by local communities severely affected by calamities such as what happened during the Taal Volcano eruption, the lockdown during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the typhoons that regularly hit the country.

Data from the app identified what each community needed which was then matched with what was being donated. It also provided a platform for fisherfolk, farmers, and other daily wage earners to get assistance while the lockdown prevented them from working on their regular jobs.

Tangere is to Touch. Tangere is the Latin word for touch, but for most Filipinos, it is more popularly associated with the title of Dr. Jose Rizal’s first novel, Noli me Tangere (touch me not). It is an apt choice for the name of the application that Martin and his team developed as, under his watch, Tangere has been able to go beyond simple data gathering for business purposes to include touching lives while serving a social good.

By expanding its app user base to reach the farthest points of the archipelago where internet and cellular signals exist, Boss Martin​, as he is fondly called by the Tangere community, is able to touch the lives of many of our fellow Filipinos.

Being able to participate in surveys conducted through the app has given Filipinos a platform for their voices to be heard on matters both big and small. At present, Tangere has given away prizes in the form of cash, phones, and tablets to more than 12,000 winners to encourage active participation on the app.

A Leader and Mentor at Heart. Martin belongs to that rare breed of business innovators who are not just leaders but also mentors at heart. His willingness to share his knowledge and expertise has led Go Negosyo founder, Joey Concepcion, and the Department of Trade and Industry to select him as a mentor for emerging entrepreneurs in the IT sector to help make their vision come to life. He is also a proud member of JCI Manila and is its commissioner for Training and Leadership.

Under his watch, Tangere has participated as an official Philippine delegate to the ASEAN-Korea Summit 2020 in Seoul, Korea, and the Web Start-up Summit 2020 in Lisbon, Portugal.

He led the company to win the CNN Season 4 Final Pitch competition in 2019, earning 8​ million pesos in seed-funding from Mega Global Corporation, and was the only Filipino to win in the recently concluded 2020 ASEAN Start-up Awards as the People’s Choice winner with over 20,000 votes.

He was also recognized as a finalist in the Start-up of the Year: Asia Leaders Awards 2019 and Philippines Seed Star for 2020.

Eyes to the Future. Even as the pandemic continues to rage across the country, men of clear vision like Martin Peñaflor have their eyes already set on their next goal – to reach a million app users in 2021, for time stops for no one and during times like these when uncertainty is high and physical boundaries abound, digital data is king. And that’s exactly what Martin and his team are working on – to grow the Tangere platform and be the voice for the Filipino.

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A survey conducted by market research company Tangere revealed that three out of five Filipinos remain supportive of proposals to amend the economic provisions of the 1987 Philippine Constitution.

Results of the survey, conducted from Aug. 19 to 20, found that 60.9 percent of Filipinos support the proposed constitutional amendment, similar to the previous month’s result of 60.6 percent.

Of the 60.9 percent of Filipinos who agree, 25.3 percent “strongly agree” and 35.6 percent “somewhat agree” with the proposed economic Charter change (Cha-cha).

Meanwhile, 17.2 percent disagree with the proposal (6.8 percent strongly agree, 11 percent somewhat disagree).

About 21.9 percent were “neutral” about the proposal.

Similar to the July 2024 survey results, Tangere observed a “strong” support among respondents from Metro Manila, Northern Luzon, and Central Luzon.

However, disagreement is more common among respondents from Mindanao and Southern Luzon.

When asked about the perceived advantages of the proposed economic Cha-cha, the top five perceived advantages mentioned by respondents were: the creation of more jobs (72.5 percent), a decrease in the prices of goods and services (71 percent), higher economic growth (69.7 percent), increase in salaries and work benefits (69.5 percent), and improvement in the quality of jobs in the country (67 percent).

Meanwhile, when asked about the perceived disadvantages of the proposed economic Cha-cha, the top three responses were: potential worsening of corruption (31.5 percent), increase in foreign competitors for local businesses (28 percent), and various national issues not being prioritized (25 percent).

For the three articles covered by the proposed constitutional amendment, 62 percent support the amendment of Article XII (National Patrimony and Economy) on foreign ownership of public utilities; 60 percent support the amendment of Article XVI (General Provisions) on foreign investments in advertising; and 55 percent support the amendment of Article XIV (Education, Science and Technology, Arts, Culture and Sports) on the participation of foreign entities in higher education

Tangere’s August 2024 survey was administered through a mobile-based respondent application with a sample size of 1,500 participants (+/- 2.5 percent margin of error at a 95 percent confidence level) using a stratified random sampling or quota-based sampling method.

The proportion was spread throughout the Philippines with 12 percent from Metro Manila, 23 percent from Northern Luzon, 22 percent from Southern Luzon, 20 percent from Visayas, and 23 percent from Mindanao.

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A public opinion poll conducted by Tangere in June revealed that 60 percent of Filipinos support the proposed amendment to the economic provisions of the 1987 Constitution, marking a 2 percent increase from the previous month’s survey. 

The poll, conducted from June 19 to 22, shows a significant level of backing for the amendment, particularly among respondents from Metro Manila, Northern Luzon, and Central Luzon.

It also found that disagreement with the Constitutional amendment on economic reforms is more pronounced among respondents aged 18 to 25.

However, similar to the previous month’s survey, Tangere found that 73 percent of respondents believe the amendment will create more jobs, 69 percent expect higher economic growth, 68 percent anticipate an increase in salaries and work benefits, and 68 percent foresee a decrease in the prices of goods and services.

It noted that concerns about the potential drawbacks of the amendment were also expressed, with 29 percent of respondents worried about a possible worsening of corruption and 25 percent fearing an increase in foreign competitors for local businesses.

The proposed Constitutional amendment aims to revise three key articles. 

Tangere revealed that 64 percent support the amendment of Article XII (National Patrimony and Economy) on foreign ownership of public utilities, 59 percent support the amendment of Article XVI (General Provisions) on foreign investments in advertising, while 56 percent support the amendment of Article XIV (Education, Science and Technology, Arts, Culture and Sports) on the participation of foreign entities in higher education.

The survey was conducted using a mobile-based respondent application with a sample size of 1,500 participants, employing a stratified random sampling or quota-based sampling method.

The respondents were proportionately distributed across the Philippines—12 percent from NCR, 23 percent from Northern Luzon, 22 percent from Southern Luzon, 20 percent from Visayas, and 23 percent from Mindanao. 

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Of the 54 percent of respondents who supported Cha-cha, 19 percent “strongly agree,” while 35 percent “somewhat agree,” based on the survey results released on Monday, May 6.

Meanwhile, 8 percent “strongly disagree” and 11 percent “somewhat disagree” with Cha-cha.

The remaining 27 percent were unsure whether to support or oppose Cha-cha.

In March, 14 percent of Filipinos strongly agree with Cha-cha, 38 percent somewhat agree, 13 percent somewhat disagree, 5 percent strongly disagree, and 25 percent were unsure whether to support it.

In the latest survey, Class ABC (59 percent) and the Visayas (57 percent) showed the greatest support for Cha-cha, while Class E (50 percent) and Northern and Central Luzon (50 percent) showed the least amount of support.

Knowledge about Constitution ‘still low’

During the April survey, Tangere found that the level of knowledge regarding the 1987 Philippine Constitution went up but still low at 65 percent.

“The younger segment (71 percent) and Class ABC (71 percent) are significantly more knowledgeable about the 1987 Constitution, while married individuals are less informed (62 percent),” it said.

Meanwhile, it noted that despite the low level of knowledge, “majority of Filipinos are aware of Cha-cha, as well as economic Cha-cha, and the People’s Initiative.

Tangere added that more Filipinos were aware of the benefits of Cha-cha than its “downsides.”

“The top perceived advantages are more jobs (72 percent), economic growth (70 percent), better wages (69 percent), and lower prices (66 percent), while the main downsides are displacement of locals (22 percent) and corruption (21 percent),” it said.

Tangere’s April 18 to 21, 2024 Public Opinion Survey on the Level of Support for Charter Change and the People’s Initiative was conducted using a mobile-based respondent application, with a sample size of 1,500 participants.

The margin of error is +/-2.53 percent, with a 95 percent confidence level.

Tangere’s April 2024 survey results revealed that 54 percent of Filipinos support Charter change (Cha-cha), up from 52 percent in March 2024.

Of the 54 percent of respondents who supported Cha-cha, 19 percent “strongly agree,” while 35 percent “somewhat agree,” based on the survey results released on Monday, May 6.

Meanwhile, 8 percent “strongly disagree” and 11 percent “somewhat disagree” with Cha-cha.

The remaining 27 percent were unsure whether to support or oppose Cha-cha.

In March, 14 percent of Filipinos strongly agree with Cha-cha, 38 percent somewhat agree, 13 percent somewhat disagree, 5 percent strongly disagree, and 25 percent were unsure whether to support it.

In the latest survey, Class ABC (59 percent) and the Visayas (57 percent) showed the greatest support for Cha-cha, while Class E (50 percent) and Northern and Central Luzon (50 percent) showed the least amount of support.

Knowledge about Constitution ‘still low’

During the April survey, Tangere found that the level of knowledge regarding the 1987 Philippine Constitution went up but still low at 65 percent.

“The younger segment (71 percent) and Class ABC (71 percent) are significantly more knowledgeable about the 1987 Constitution, while married individuals are less informed (62 percent),” it said.

Meanwhile, it noted that despite the low level of knowledge, “majority of Filipinos are aware of Cha-cha, as well as economic Cha-cha, and the People’s Initiative.

Tangere added that more Filipinos were aware of the benefits of Cha-cha than its “downsides.”

“The top perceived advantages are more jobs (72 percent), economic growth (70 percent), better wages (69 percent), and lower prices (66 percent), while the main downsides are displacement of locals (22 percent) and corruption (21 percent),” it said.

Tangere’s April 18 to 21, 2024 Public Opinion Survey on the Level of Support for Charter Change and the People’s Initiative was conducted using a mobile-based respondent application, with a sample size of 1,500 participants.

The margin of error is +/-2.53 percent, with a 95 percent confidence level.

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Market research company Tangere revealed that six out of 10 Filipinos remain supportive of proposals to amend the economic provisions of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, based on a survey conducted from Sept. 18 to 20.

The survey results showed that 61.4 percent of Filipinos support the proposed constitutional amendment, a slight increase from the previous month’s 60.9 percent.

Tangere noted that support varied regionally, with higher levels in Northern Luzon and Central Luzon, while Mindanao and Bicol Region showed lower support.

Demographically, younger respondents aged 26 to 45, are more likely to support the proposed amendment.

The survey also showed that Filipinos are optimistic that the proposed amendments will lead to economic improvements, with 73 percent believing it will create more jobs, 71 percent expecting a decrease in the prices of goods and services, 70 percent anticipating higher economic growth, and 70 percent expecting an increase in salaries and work benefits. 

Likewise, 68.4 percent hope for an improvement in the quality of jobs in the country.

Meanwhile, Tangere said the survey revealed the government may need to address concerns about potential negative consequences while promoting economic growth, particularly on the following concerns: potential worsening of corruption (33 percent), increase in foreign competition for local businesses (30 percent), and fear that various national issues will not be prioritized (27 percent).

It added that targeted reforms are essential, as varying levels of support for specific articles reflect the need to address the concerns of different segments of society.

Significantly, 62.5 percent support the amendment of Article XII (National Patrimony and Economy) on foreign ownership of public utilities, 59.5 percent favor the amendment of Article XVI (General Provisions) on foreign investments in advertising, and 53 percent support the amendment of Article XIV (Education, Science and Technology, Arts, Culture and Sports) on the participation of foreign entities in higher education.

Tangere’s survey was conducted using a mobile-based respondent application with a sample size of 1,500 participants, employing a stratified random or quota-based sampling method.

The sample was distributed across the Philippines with 12 percent from the National Capital Region, 23 percent from Northern Luzon, 22 percent from Southern Luzon, 20 percent from Visayas, and 23 percent from Mindanao.

The survey has a margin of error of +/- 2.5 percent at a 95 percent confidence level.

Market research company Tangere revealed that six out of 10 Filipinos remain supportive of proposals to amend the economic provisions of the 1987 Philippine Constitution, based on a survey conducted from Sept. 18 to 20.

The survey results showed that 61.4 percent of Filipinos support the proposed constitutional amendment, a slight increase from the previous month’s 60.9 percent.

Tangere noted that support varied regionally, with higher levels in Northern Luzon and Central Luzon, while Mindanao and Bicol Region showed lower support.

Demographically, younger respondents aged 26 to 45, are more likely to support the proposed amendment.

The survey also showed that Filipinos are optimistic that the proposed amendments will lead to economic improvements, with 73 percent believing it will create more jobs, 71 percent expecting a decrease in the prices of goods and services, 70 percent anticipating higher economic growth, and 70 percent expecting an increase in salaries and work benefits. 

Likewise, 68.4 percent hope for an improvement in the quality of jobs in the country.

Meanwhile, Tangere said the survey revealed the government may need to address concerns about potential negative consequences while promoting economic growth, particularly on the following concerns: potential worsening of corruption (33 percent), increase in foreign competition for local businesses (30 percent), and fear that various national issues will not be prioritized (27 percent).

It added that targeted reforms are essential, as varying levels of support for specific articles reflect the need to address the concerns of different segments of society.

Significantly, 62.5 percent support the amendment of Article XII (National Patrimony and Economy) on foreign ownership of public utilities, 59.5 percent favor the amendment of Article XVI (General Provisions) on foreign investments in advertising, and 53 percent support the amendment of Article XIV (Education, Science and Technology, Arts, Culture and Sports) on the participation of foreign entities in higher education.

Tangere’s survey was conducted using a mobile-based respondent application with a sample size of 1,500 participants, employing a stratified random or quota-based sampling method.

The sample was distributed across the Philippines with 12 percent from the National Capital Region, 23 percent from Northern Luzon, 22 percent from Southern Luzon, 20 percent from Visayas, and 23 percent from Mindanao.

The survey has a margin of error of +/- 2.5 percent at a 95 percent confidence level.

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Tangere noted a 2 percent increase in Filipinos’ support for the proposed amendments in the survey results made public on Wednesday, May 29.

“Strong support is observed among respondents from Metro Manila, Southern Luzon, and Bicol Region, [while] disagreement is more common among respondents from Mindanao and Central Luzon, and from the upper-income classes,” it said in its report.

Tangere also pointed out that six to seven out of 10 respondents perceive the advantages of the constitutional amendment to economic provisions, including the creation of more jobs (72 percent), higher economic growth (68 percent), increase in salaries and work benefits (67 percent), and decrease in the prices of goods and services (63 percent).

However, 27 percent of respondents expressed concerns about a potential worsening of corruption, while another 23 percent fear an increase in foreign competitors for local businesses.

Tangere conducted its constitutional amendment survey through a mobile-based respondent application, with a sample size of 1,500 participants. 

The survey has a margin of error of +/-2.5 percent at a 95 percent confidence level, utilizing a stratified random sampling or quota-based sampling method.

The respondents were distributed across the Philippines as follows: 12 percent from the National Capital Region, 23 percent from Northern Luzon, 22 percent from Southern Luzon, 20 percent from Visayas, and 23 percent from Mindanao.

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• Filipinos’ majority support for economic Charter Change (Cha-cha) should be reason enough for the Senate under Senate President Francis Escudero to pass Resolution of Both Houses (RBH) No.6, says three high-ranking congressmen.

Filipinos’ majority support for economic Charter Change (Cha-cha) should be reason enough for the Senate under Senate President Francis Escudero to pass Resolution of Both Houses (RBH) No.6 

Three high-ranking House of Representatives members made this call as they welcomed the Tangere survey results that indicated that 57 percent of Filipinos support the proposed amendments to the 1987 Constitution. 

Senior Deputy Speaker Pampanga 3rd district Rep. Aurelio Gonzales Jr., Deputy Speaker Quezon 2nd district Rep. David Suarez, and Majority Leader Zamboanga City 2nd district Rep. Mannix Dalipe said the survey “should prompt the new Senate leadership to pass the amendment proposals ASAP”. 

Gonzales said the poll taken by big data research firm Tangere last May 21 to 25 showed “more than majority support for economic Charter amendments”. 

“I think the Senate should listen to the people’s voice. New Senate President Francis Escudero should do what his predecessor failed to do, and they should do it as soon as possible,” he said. 

The House of Representatives had passed RBH No. 7, its version of economic Charter change, in March this year. The Senate version, RBH No. 6, is still pending at the subcommittee level. 

Gonzales said RBH No. 6 “is now in limbo in the wake of the recent Senate shake-up”. He was referring to the recent ascension of Escudero as Senate President. 

According to Gonzales, thr public consultations the Senate subcommittee been conducting have been disrupted with the resignation of committee chairman Senator Juan Edgardo Angara. Amgara belongs to the bloc of Senator Juan Miguel Zubiri, who had resigned as Senate President. 

“We don’t know what will happen to RBH No. 6, since that resolution is authored by Senators Zubiri, Angara and [Senate President Pro Tempore] Loren Legarda, who has also resigned her Senate post,” he said. 

Meanwhile, Suarez said the Escudero leadership “should pick up the pieces from the recent Senate ruckus and work on the passage of RBH No.6 as early as possible”. 

“So far, new Senate President Escudero has spoken on a lot of things, except the proposed economic constitutional amendments,” he said. 

For his part, Dalipe said the Senate can pass RBH No. 6 shortly after the convening of the third and last regular session of the 19th Congress in July. 

“But senators have to realize that the window of opportunity for them to approve economic Charter reforms is fast closing,” he said. 

He said lawmakers and the public would be on campaign-election mode once candidates file their certificates of candidacy (COCs) in October for the May 2025 elections. 

“We won’t be able to accomplish much after that. That’s the reality of this situation,” Dalipe added. 

The Tangere survey showed that support for economic Charter amendments increased by two percentage points from the previous month’s level. The survey had 1,500 participants nationwide.

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