Philippines presidential race boiling down to corruption, economy
The Philippine presidential election is still more than six months away, but the primary campaign issues are already taking shape: fighting corruption and maintaining economic growth.
When the nation’s 60 million voters go to the poll next May, they will have the difficult task of deciding which candidate can deliver on both fronts.
The current front-runner is independent candidate Grace Poe. The 47-year-old senator has drummed up support by pledging to carry on incumbent President Benigno Aquino fight against corruption.
Her comments on corruption – “President Aquino has done much to curb corruption,” and “It is only right to continue the fight against corruption,” – drew round after round applause.
“Who would’ve thought a foundling would ever become senator?” she continued, referring to her background. Details
