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flag Philippines urges stronger anti-dynasty laws ahead of 2028 elections amid concerns over loopholes and entrenched family power.

flag The Philippines’ Comelec chief urged lawmakers to strengthen anti-dynasty bills by closing legal loopholes, warning that vague language and last-minute candidate substitutions could undermine enforcement. flag With the 2028 elections approaching, officials stress the need for clear rules and broad definitions, as political dynasties remain deeply entrenched—eight of 10 lawmakers come from such families. flag While President Marcos supports the reform, experts argue that term limits may unintentionally fuel dynastic succession by pushing outgoing leaders to back relatives. flag Some suggest focusing on systemic reforms like campaign finance oversight and voter education instead of banning family involvement, arguing that democracy should trust voters’ choices.

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