THE POLITICAL Economic Elemental Researchers and Strategists (PEERS) survey from Oct. 29 to Oct. 31, 2024, gave an insight into the Filipino electorate’s sentiments and priorities ahead of the 2025 elections. With a 95% confidence level and a +2.5% margin of error, the survey polled respondents across Luzon, Visayas, Mindanao, and the National Capital Region through multistage cluster sampling, ensuring a balanced representation.
Overview of the 2025 senatorial preferences
Topping the list is Erwin Tulfo, whose consistent public service image and straightforward communication style resonate deeply with Filipinos. Tulfo’s high rank likely reflects the appeal of media personalities who are perceived as approachable and in touch with the public. Following Tulfo, Ping Lacson and Tito Sotto, both established figures in Philippine politics, showcase the enduring trust in candidates with long-standing governance experience. Lacson’s reputation for discipline and anti-corruption, combined with Sotto’s legislative history, positions them as reliable choices for a segment of voters who prioritize stability and a track record of public service.
Further down, Pia Cayetano and Ben Tulfo reflect the appeal of candidates perceived as champions for societal welfare, with Cayetano’s legislative focus on health and education aligning with the public’s need for policy-focused senators. Interestingly, former boxer-turned-politician Manny Pacquiao retains a strong following, likely due to his humble background and relatable rise to fame, which appeal to voters seeking authenticity in politics. The mix of seasoned politicians like Bong Revilla and Gringo Honasan with newcomers like Camille Villar suggests a balancing act between familiarity and fresh perspectives among the electorate. Candidates like Kiko Pangilinan and Imee Marcos further illustrate the electorate’s divided views, representing polarized loyalties between liberal reformists and conservative interests.
Table 1. Senatorial preference results (N=1,800) @ 95% C.L. +2.5% M.O.E.
| Senatorial Candidate | Party Affiliation | % |
| Tulfo, Erwin Teshiba | Independent | 55.70% |
| Lacson, Panfilo “Ping” Morena | Independent | 47.61% |
| Sotto, Vicente III “Tito” Castelo | Nationalist People’s Coalition | 46.04% |
| Cayetano, Pilar Juliana “Pia” Schramm | Nacionalista Party | 45.44% |
| Tulfo, Bienvenido “Ben” Teshiba | Independent | 39.63% |
| Ong, Willie Tan | Aksyon Demokratiko | 39.03% |
| Pacquiao, Emmanuel “Manny” Dapidran | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas | 33.60% |
| Bong Revilla, Ramon Jr. Bautista | Lakas-CMD | 31.60% |
| Villar, Camille Aguilar | Nacionalista Party | 31.38% |
| Dela Rosa, Ronald “Bato” Marapon | PDP-Laban | 31.22% |
| Abalos, Benjamin Jr. “Benhur” De Castro | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas | 30.89% |
| Honasan, Gregorio “Gringo” Ballesteros | Reform PH-People’s Party | 30.40% |
| Lapid, Manuel “Lito” Mercado | Nationalist People’s Coalition | 28.88% |
| Pangilinan, Francis Pancratius “Kiko” Nepomuceno | Liberal Party of the Philippines | 28.56% |
| Marcos, Maria Imelda “Imee” Romualdez | Nacionalista Party | 28.07% |
| Aquino, Paolo Benigno “Bam” Aguirre | Katipunan ng Nagkakaisang Pilipino | 27.63% |
| Binay, Mar-Len Abigail “Abby” Sombillo | Nationalist People’s Coalition | 27.63% |
| Go, Christopher Lawrence Tesoro | PDP-Laban | 26.87% |
| Revillame, Wilfredo “Willie” Buendia | Independent | 26.76% |
| Tolentino, Francis Ng | Partido Federal ng Pilipinas | 20.41% |
| Singson, Luis “Chavit” Crisologo | Independent | 18.40% |
| Salvador, Phillip Reyes | PDP-Laban | 16.40% |
| Bosita, Bonifacio Laqui | Independent | 16.07% |
| Marcoleta, Rodante Dizon | Independent | 13.36% |
| Casiño, Teodoro “Teddy” Acevedo | Makabayang Koalisyon ng Mamamayan | 8.63% |
| Bondoc, James Patrick “Jimmy” Romero | PDP-Laban | 8.36% |
| Castro, Francisca “France” Lustina | Makabayang Koalisyon ng Mamamayan | 8.03% |
| Querubin, Ariel Porfirio Oliva | Nacionalista Party | 7.27% |
| Quiboloy, Apollo Carreon | WPP | 6.35% |
| Martinez, Eric Morales | Independent | 6.24% |
| Ramos, Danilo Hernandez | Makabayang Koalisyon ng Mamamayan | 6.19% |
| De Guzman, Leodegario “Leody” Quitain | Partido Lakas ng Masa (PLM) | 6.13% |
| Gonzales, Norberto Borja | Partido Demokratiko Sosyalista ng Pilipinas | 5.37% |
| Arellano, Ernesto Rillera | Kamalayang Kayumanggi (Katipunan) | 5.27% |
| Hinlo, Jesus Jr. Villanueva | PDP-Laban | 5.16% |
| Mata, Richard Tesoro | Independent | 4.94% |
| Brosas, Arlene Duran | Makabayang Koalisyon ng Mamamayan | 4.83% |
| Maza, Liza Largoza | Makabayang Koalisyon ng Mamamayan | 4.56% |
| Gamboa, Marc Louie Santos | Independent | 4.56% |
| Rodriguez, Victor “Vic” Dayrit | Independent | 4.34% |
| Lambino, Raul Loyola | PDP-Laban | 4.29% |
| Lee, Wilbert Te | Aksyon Demokratiko | 4.07% |
| Espiritu, Renecio Jr. Santos | Partido Lakas ng Masa | 3.85% |
| Mendoza, Heidi Lloce | Independent | 3.47% |
| Capuyan, Allen Arat | Partido Pilipino sa Pagbabago | 3.42% |
| Escobal, Arnel Bondilles | Partido Maharlika | 3.26% |
| Arambulo, Ronnel Gondraneos | Makabayang Koalisyon ng Mamamayan | 3.20% |
| Adonis, Ronaldo Mangampo | Makabayang Koalisyon ng Mamamayan | 3.15% |
| Matula, Jose Sonny Gito | Workers and Peasants Party (WPP) | 2.88% |
| Marquez, Norman Cordero | Independent | 2.66% |
| Ballon, Roberto Amido | Independent | 2.66% |
| Doringo, Eufemia “Mimi” Pet | Makabayang Koalisyon ng Mamamayan | 2.66% |
| Jose, Relly Jr. Nufable | Kilusang Bagong Lipunan | 2.61% |
| Amad, Wilson Caritero | Independent | 2.61% |
| De Alban, Angelo Castro | Independent | 2.61% |
| Valbuena, Mario Jr. “Mar” Soliven | Independent | 2.50% |
| Sahidulla, Nur-Ana Indanan | Independent | 2.39% |
| Olivar, Jose Jessei Dela Calsada | Independent | 2.28% |
| Montemayor, Jose Jr. Cabrera | Partido Pederal ng Maharlika | 2.28% |
| Floranda, Modesto Toque | Makabayang Koalisyon ng Mamamayan | 2.28% |
| Andamo, Jocelyn Santos | Makabayang Koalisyon ng Mamamayan | 2.23% |
| Tapado, Michael Balais | Partido Maharlika | 1.90% |
| Verceles, Leandro Buenconsejo | Independent | 1.74% |
| D’Angelo, David Delano | Bunyog Pagkakaisa Party | 1.63% |
| Lidasan, Amirah Ali | Makabayang Koalisyon ng Mamamayan | 1.52% |
| Cabonegro, Roy Jerusalem | Democratic Party of the Philippines | 1.19% |
