Nine admin-back Senate hopefuls lead in SWS survey

Nine administration-backed candidates are projected to secure majority spots in the upcoming senatorial race according to a recent Social Weather Stations survey commissioned by Stratbase Consultancy.

Senator Bong Go leads with 45% support, followed closely by ACT-CIS Representative Erwin Tulfo at 43%

Senator Lito Lapid is third with 34%, while Senator Pia Cayetano and former Senate President Tito Sotto share fourth place with 33%

Stratbase Consultancy President Dindo Manhit attributes the dominance of administration-backed candidates to their incumbency, strong name recall, access to government resources, and media leverage.

Manhit urges voters to critically examine each candidate's track record and platform rather than relying solely on popularity or party affiliation.