Record Voter Turnout in Philippine Midterm Elections: Youth Engagement Praised

Comelec Chair Commends Youth Participation in Midterm Elections The Philippines recently concluded its midterm elections, and the Commission on Elections (Comelec) has reported a record-high voter turnout. Comelec Chair Atty. George Garcia, in a recent video released by News5, specifically praised the significant participation of millennials and Gen Z voters in the #BilangPilipino2025 initiative. "Kinilala ni Commission on Elections chair Atty. George Garcia ang naging kontribusyon ng millenials at Gen Zs sa matagumpay na #BilangPilipino2025," the News5 report stated. Garcia emphasized the importance of youth engagement in the democratic process and the positive impact it has had on the overall election results. He highlighted the record-breaking number of voters as a testament to the growing political awareness among Filipinos. The video showed Garcia delivering a speech and included images from the event. His remarks underscore the Comelec's commitment to encouraging greater participation in future elections and building a more engaged citizenry. The high turnout reflects a positive trend in Philippine democracy, indicating a strong interest in shaping the country's future.