Manila Bulletin
MB Daily News Update May 11: Marcos camp claims poll victory
Ferdinand "Bongbong" R. Marcos, Jr. is the presumptive winner of the Philippine presidential elections with over 31 million votes, with his running mate, Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte, leading the vice-presidential race.
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has denied disqualification and cancellation motions against Marcos Jr.'s Certificate of Candidacy.
Marcos Jr.'s spokesperson, Atty. Victor Rodriguez, stated that with 98 percent of votes counted and an unassailable lead of over 16 million votes, the election win is a victory for all Filipinos and democracy.
Rodriguez added that Marcos Jr. will be a "President for all Filipinos" and aims to work with international partners to address critical issues.
Marcos Jr. ran on a platform of unity and promised economic recovery from the pandemic.
He has asked to be judged not by his ancestors, but by his actions.
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