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Campaign ends, liquor ban starts on Sunday, May 11, 2025
The Commission on Elections (Comelec) reminded candidates nationwide that campaigning is strictly prohibited starting midnight of May 10 until May 12, ahead of the national and local elections on May 12.
Comelec Chairperson George Garcia stated that the 48-hour election silence period is intended to give voters ample time to reflect and make informed decisions.
Candidates are required to remove all campaign materials from public spaces before the start of the campaign silence.
Garcia emphasized that campaigning is also banned on social media platforms, not just through traditional in-person activities.
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