MANILA — More than half of Filipino adults support the immediate passage of a law banning political dynasties, according to a Pulse Asia survey released Monday.
The December 12–15 survey showed that 21 percent of respondents “strongly agree” and 33 percent “somewhat agree” that Congress should act promptly on anti-dynasty legislation. Meanwhile, 27 percent remain undecided, 13 percent “somewhat disagree,” and five percent “strongly disagree.”
Support differs across regions. In Metro Manila, 69 percent of adults favor the measure, while 20 percent are undecided and 11 percent oppose it. Both Luzon (outside Metro Manila) and the Visayas recorded 59 percent approval. Mindanao residents did not reach majority support, with 34 percent in favor, 38 percent undecided, and 27 percent against.
Socioeconomic background also affects opinion. Lower-middle-class adults (class D) showed 57 percent support, compared with 47 percent among lower-class adults (class E) and 43 percent in the middle class (class C), where indecision remains significant.
The survey comes amid recent filings in the House of Representatives, including proposals by Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III and Majority Leader Ferdinand Alexander “Sandro” Marcos. Minority lawmakers have criticized some bills as insufficient and potentially misleading, despite being promoted as major reforms.
Anti-dynasty legislation is mandated by the 1987 Constitution and is advocated by progressive groups, who argue that concentrated political power among families encourages corruption. As of mid-December 2025, 13 House bills defining and limiting political dynasties have been submitted for legislative review.
