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Poll bets warned: No foul language
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has declared election-related activities and online platforms as "safe spaces" for the 2025 national and local elections, amending Comelec Resolution No. 11116.
This move aims to prohibit bullying and discrimination based on gender, ethnicity, age, religion, and disabilities.
Comelec Chairperson George Erwin Garcia emphasized that foul language and discrimination against vulnerable sectors will be avoided, and campaign jingles with double meanings are also prohibited.
The use of foul language has been officially classified as an election offense under Supplemental Resolution 11127, allowing the public to file cases through Task Force SAFE.
This action was prompted by candidates uttering sexist and discriminatory remarks, leading to the issuance of show cause orders to poll bets.
Filipinos can report instances of discrimination and the use of foul language to Comelec's Task Force SAFE.
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