Based on the turnout in the two pilot locations, the early voting scheme should be implemented nationwide, said Comelec Chairperson George Garcia.
MANILA, Philippines — The Commission on Elections’ pilot implementation of the early voting scheme for vulnerable sectors turned up favorable results during the 2023 Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan elections, according to the poll body’s chairperson.
“When I was there early this morning I was so amazed, I really appreciate the fact that our senior citizens woke up early, even PWDs. They were there even with assisters, who were also allowed to vote,” Garcia said. “We're hoping Congress will be able to pass an early voting law. At least one week ahead of the elections, vulnerable sectors should be allowed to vote,” the poll body’s chairperson said.
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