Millions are casting their vote in an election that could see the Marcos family sweep back into office.
Voting has begun in the Philippines, as millions head to the polls today to choose their next president.
A high turnout is expected of the nation's eligible 67 million voters - many of whom are young people. Mr Marcos's rule saw him declare martial law and take control of the country's courts, businesses and media. The army and police arrested and tortured thousands of dissidents.He, his wife Imelda Marcos - who is infamous for her vast designer wardrobe - along with their cronies, plundered an estimated $10bn from public funds. He was forced out of power in 1986 and died soon afterwards.
She has vowed to tackle corruption, with her campaign slogan being: "Honest government, a better life for all".While behind in the polls, her rallies have drawn significant turnouts recently - particularly among younger, passionate "Pink Shirt" supporters who have launched a grassroots, door-knocking effort to win her votes.
The common theme is that Marcos's tyrannical rule was actually a "golden period" for the country - despite the fact that the economy was on the brink, heavily in debt to foreign banks.