Manila Bulletin
LP names first 5 bets for senator in 2022
The Liberal Party (LP) has identified its initial five senatorial bets for the 2022 elections, emphasizing the need for unity within the opposition.
Party Vice President for Internal Affairs Teddy Baguilat announced that Senators Francis Pangilinan, Leila de Lima, and Risa Hontiveros are among the proposed candidates.
Baguilat also mentioned that former Senator Bam Aquino and human rights lawyer Chel Diokno have expressed interest in joining the LP's Senate slate.
Diokno, who was previously nominated by 1Sambayan for higher office, has not yet confirmed his specific candidacy.
The announcement was made during the LP's first Chapter General Assembly.
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