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HIGHLIGHTS: Comelec’s PiliPinas Debates for VP candidates
Seven of the nine vice presidential candidates participated in the Commission on Elections (Comelec) PiliPinas Debates on Sunday, March 20, 2022, held at the Sofitel Philippine Plaza.
Those who attended were Walden Bello, Rizalito David, Manny Lopez, Dr. Willie Ong, Kiko Pangilinan, Carlos Serapio, and Vicente "Tito" Sotto III.
Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte and Deputy Speaker Lito Atienza did not attend the March 20 debate.
Senator Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan highlighted his experience as a senator and the successes of Vice President Leni Robredo's vice presidency during the debate.
Pangilinan also focused on his advocacy for agriculture and the rights of farmers and fisherfolk.
A subsequent vice presidential debate in a town hall format is scheduled for April 23 at the same venue.
Rappler provided live updates and analysis of the event.
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