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#AnyareComelec: Netizens slam ‘biased’ poll body over tarp removals
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is facing criticism for its "Oplan Baklas" initiative, which aims to remove unlawful campaign materials.
The controversy intensified after reports surfaced of authorities removing posters, including those supporting presidential bet and Vice President Leni Robredo, from private property.
Critics argue that these actions violate freedom of speech, especially when the removed materials were within the allowable size limits.
Republic Act (RA) No. 9006, or the Fair Election Act, permits lawful election propaganda, including posters up to 2x3 feet, on private property with the owner's consent.
Comelec Resolution No. 10730, the implementing rules for the 2022 elections, reiterates that posters on private property must adhere to the allowable size limits, and violations are considered election offenses.
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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) is facing backlash for its "Oplan Baklas" campaign, with critics deeming it unconstitutional and undemocratic.
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The Commission on Elections (Comelec) has dared critics of its 'Oplan Baklas' campaign to file a formal complaint if they have issues with the operation.
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Election lawyer Atty. Romulo Macalintal urged the Commission on Elections (Comelec) to temporarily suspend its rules on oversized campaign posters until March 25, the start of the campaign period for local candidates.
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Malacañang stated that it respects the independence of the Commission on Elections (Comelec) concerning its "Oplan Baklas" program, which targets illegal campaign posters.
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The campaign teams of presidential aspirant Leni Robredo and VP candidate Kiko Pangilinan are considering legal action against the Commission on Elections (Comelec) for allegedly unconstitutional removal of their campaign materials.
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