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GALLERY: Photo highlights of the first PiliPinas Debates 2016

Five presidential candidates faced off in the first of the three-series PiliPinas Debates 2016 at the Capitol University in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday.

Who are the richest, poorest presidentiables?

Out of the leading national candidates in the 2016 elections, a scion of one of the most prominent families in the country – Manuel “Mar” Araneta Roxas II – is the richest, based on the candidates' latest Statements of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Worth.

Who are the richest, poorest vice presidentiables?

This is the last of a two-part series on the finances of candidates vying for the two highest posts in the land.

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Eight provinces may deliver more than 10M votes in May 2016 polls

The election period officially began only on January 10 but many national candidates have been on the campaign trail for some time now, visiting some of the country's so-called “vote-rich provinces.”

For Pinoy politicians: Some lessons from the AlDub phenomenon

Political campaigns can pick up strategies from the phenomenal tandem of “AlDub” to gain electoral leverage, said digital specialist Carlo Ople.

Lessons from 2010: Vote-rich areas and the elections

Certain provinces have been on the list of the most vote-rich areas in the Philippines for several elections. However, the results of the 2010 elections would show that winning in vote-rich areas does not necessarily guarantee election victory.

Past PHL presidents: Many were lawyers, one a housewife, another a mechanic

The Philippines has had 15 presidents since 1899 and most of them were lawyers but one was an actor, another a mechanic, and still another was a housewife – the late President Corazon Cojuangco Aquino, who became the country’s first female chief executive

US strategists to Pinoy pols: Give people a good reason to vote for you

"Focus on the fundamentals. Give voters a good reason to vote for you," said Benjy Messner, a principal at Precision Strategies, a consulting firm involved in Obama's presidential campaign in 2012.

Who are the most talked about candidates for president, VP on Facebook?

With interest in the 2016 elections growing by the day, Filipinos have taken to Facebook to discuss their potential choices for the top positions in the land.

Where do presidential bets stand on Charter Change?

Proposals to amend the 1987 Constitution have been part and parcel of the political debate for many years now. Apart from proposals to extend the term limits of elected officials, there have been calls to change the Charter to implement economic and polit

Looking at the track records of the presidential candidates

The upcoming May 2016 elections is very interesting as it pits fascinating political characters with storied backgrounds.

How will presidential bets tackle poverty, development issues?

Poverty remains one of the toughest challenges for the next president of the Philippines.

How will the next president solve peace and order issues?

Reported crimes rose from 217,812 in 2012 to 1,161,188 in 2014. How do presidential candidates hope to address these peace and order problems?

Which Aquino policies will presidential bets continue — and which will they stop?

After the May 9, 2016 elections, a new Philippine president will take the lead in developing national programs and policies. New leadership often connotes a marked change in priority legislation and policies.

How much do presidential candidates owe?

Six presidential candidates have presented themselves to be scrutinized, weighed, praised or criticized based on all kinds of information that mostly have become public interest.

Rich inheritance makes for rich candidates

All candidates running in the 2016 presidential elections have declared inherited properties as part of their wealth in their Statements of Assets, Liabilities and Net Worth (SALN.) For one of them, the inheritance is worth almost half her entire fortune.

PiliPinas Debates 2016: An interactive experience for Filipinos worldwide

For the first time in this campaign season, the five candidates for the highest post in the land will face off on Sunday in Cagayan De Oro for the first leg of the PiliPinas Debates 2016.

Where does Mar Roxas stand on issues?

Over the first week of the national campaign, administration standard bearer Manuel “Mar” Roxas II would get the loudest cheer when he mentions the Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program, a government initiative to fight poverty in the form of cash grants fo

Where does Rodrigo Duterte stand on issues?

Ever since he officially declared that he is running for president in December 2015, Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte repeated countless times that his administration would be about maintaining peace and order.

VP Binay says to tell truth during first PiliPinas debate

Vice President Jejomar Binay said Saturday he will tell only the truth during the first presidential debate in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday.

Comelec's vote-counting machines, hackable, 'expert' claims

A man claiming to be an automated elections expert said the vote-counting machines (VCM) that will be used by the Commission on Elections (Comelec) in the May elections are vulnerable to hacking and manipulation.

Where does Grace Poe stand on issues?

Wooed by President Benigno Aquino III to be the Liberal Party's vice presidential candidate, Senator Grace Poe opted to run as an independent presidential bet and went on to top some of the presidential preference surveys.

Where does Jejomar Binay stand on issues?

Repeatedly saying how he turned Makati from a debt-ridden town into a city with billions of pesos in the public coffers, longtime mayor Vice President Jejomar Binay is now telling the electorate in his campaign sorties how he intends to cause the same tur

Where does Miriam Defensor Santiago stand on issues?

Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago will be running for the presidency for the third time this year. Despite a battle with lung cancer, the feisty senator is seeking the highest post in the land after losing in 1992 and 1998.

GMA Network mounts first ever 360-degree livestream of a live event in PHL for PiliPinas Debates 2016

In the spirit of Serbisyong Totoo, GMA Network is pulling out all the stops in bringing the most comprehensive coverage of the highly anticipated first leg of PiliPinas Debates 2016 to be held tomorrow, February 21, in Cagayan de Oro City.

Supporters of presidential bets show their best behavior

CAGAYAN DE ORO CITY – More than a thousand supporters of the five presidential candidates converged at the Capitol University for the first 2016 PiliPinas Debates on Sunday. Streamers, tarpaulins, and other distracting materials were disallowed at the ve

Roxas takes swipe at opponents at start of PiliPinas Debates 2016

Former Interior Secretary Mar Roxas did not waste time in taking a swipe at his opponents in the presidential race during the start of "PiliPinas Debates 2016" on Sunday afternoon. During his opening statement, Roxas likened the search for president to a

VP Binay maintains he has no ill-gotten wealth

ice President Jejomar Binay on Sunday maintained that he has no ill-gotten wealth, saying all his properties are either bought using his own money or inherited from his parents. Binay was responding to a question from "PiliPinas Debates 2016" moderator M

Duterte 'to stake' life, honor, position for crime-free PHL

Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte is willing to relinquish his post and put his life and honor at stake – as the newly elected President – if he fails to eliminate crime and rice cartels in three to six months.

Poe vows to push for freedom of information in first EO

Sen. Grace Poe on Sunday said her first executive order if she wins president in the upcoming elections would push for freedom of information.

Miriam: Next president should have 'academic, professional and moral excellence'

The next president of the Philippines should have academic, professional and moral excellence, Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago said during the first PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday.

Who were the most searched for candidates during the debate?

Two presidential candidates were searched the most during the first presidential debate for the May 2016 elections, data from Google Trends showed. “Interest over time” from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., the duration of the PilipinasDebates2016, indicates that “Roxas

Transcript: Round 1 of PiliPinas Debates 2016

The five people aspiring to become the president of the Philippines shared the stage for the very first time last Sunday in the Mindanao leg of the PiliPinas Debates 2016. Below is the transcript of the first round, where the candidates were grilled about

Transcript: Round 2 of PiliPinas Debates 2016

The five people aspiring to become the president of the Philippines shared the stage for the very first time last Sunday in the Mindanao leg of the PiliPinas Debates 2016. Below is the transcript of the second round, where the candidates were grilled abou

Transcript: Round 3 of PiliPinas Debates 2016

The five people aspiring to become the president of the Philippines shared the stage for the very first time last Sunday in the Mindanao leg of the PiliPinas Debates 2016. Below is the transcript of the third round, where the candidates were grilled about

For presidential bets, SALNs don't paint full picture of multi-million peso windfalls

If their public disclosures are to be of any indication, all five candidates for president in the May presidential elections have prospered in their years of public service, some more than the rest.

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Local bets sign peace covenant in Santiago City//Candidates in the coming local elections write their names on a tarpaulin symbolizing the peace covenant they signed inside Saint James Chapel in Santiago City, Isabela on Wednesday, March 09, 2016. Floro Taguinod// photo/174263/news/local-bets-sign-peace-covenant-in-santiago-city// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030916_regions_b_2016_03_09_16_26_01.jpg

Grace Poe gives Neri Colmenares a hug//Presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe hugs senatorial bet Neri Colmenares after her speech at the International Women's Day rally at Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. Jay Morales // photo/174194/news/grace-poe-gives-neri-colmenares-a-hug// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030916_poe_colmenares_liwasan_2016_03_09_08_27_11.jpg

Grace Poe joins Int'l Women's Day rally//Presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe arrives at Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila to join in the celebration of International Women's Day on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. Jay Morales // photo/174193/news/grace-poe-joins-int-l-women-s-day-rally// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030916_grace_poe_liwasan_2_2016_03_09_08_22_58.jpg

Grace Poe joins Int'l Women's Day rally//Presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe delivers her speech before thousands during the celebration of International Women's Day at Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. Jay Morales // photo/174192/news/grace-poe-joins-int-l-women-s-day-rally// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030916_grace_poe_liwasan_2016_03_09_08_19_54.jpg

Heart Evangelista at Int'l Women's Day event//Kapuso actress Heart Evangelista, wife of vice presidential candidate Senator Chiz Escudero, poses with a young boy wearing a mask of her husband Chiz during a rally celebrating International Women's Day at Liwasang Bonifacio in Manila on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. Danny Pata // photo/174147/news/heart-evangelista-at-int-l-women-s-day-event// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030816_2_b_2016_03_08_17_08_56.jpg

SC strikes down Poe disqualification//Presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe attends a Gabriela rally celebrating International Women's Day at Liwasng Bonifacio in Manila on Tuesday, March 8, 2016. The Supreme Court on Tuesday has reversed the disqualification of Poe from the May presidential elections. The tribunal sitting en banc voted 9-6, granting Poe's petitions against the Commission on Elections decisions last December cancelling her certificate of candidacy (COC) for president. Benjie Castro // photo/174144/news/sc-strikes-down-poe-disqualification// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030816_1_b_2016_03_08_16_42_56.jpg

Cayetano visits patients at PGH//PDP-Laban vice presidential bet Senator Allan Peter Cayetano leads a prayer during a visit to patients at the Philippine General Hospital on Tuesday, Marach 8, 2016. Danny Pata // photo/174141/news/cayetano-visits-patients-at-pgh// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030816_news_b_2016_03_08_16_11_36.jpg

Gabriela warns DSWD not to use 4Ps fund for LP poll agenda//Women activists from Gabriela stage a protest rally in front of the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) in Quezon City on Monday, March 7, 2016, to warn the agency and Malacañang not to use Pantawid Pamilyang Pilipino Program (4Ps) funds for the Liberal Party (LP) electoral agenda. GMA News // photo/174042/news/gabriela-warns-dswd-not-to-use-4ps-fund-for-lp-poll-agenda// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030716_2_2016_03_07_16_15_39.jpg

Women's group calls for Grace Poe's withdrawal from presidential race//Members of the women's group Kapatiran ng Makabayang Kababaihan (KMP) stage a protest march calling for the withdrawal of presidential bet Senator Grace Poe in front of Poe's headquarters in Scout Borromeo, Quezon City on Sunday, March 6, 2016. The protesters allege that Poe is a US-backed candidate. GMA News// photo/174007/news/women-s-group-calls-for-grace-poe-s-withdrawal-from-presidential-race// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030716_mmanila_2016_03_07_07_46_23.jpg

Miriam campaigns in Valenzuela City//Presidential candidate Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago arrives to a rousing welcome by some 3,000 supporters at the Our Lady of Fatima University in Valenzuela City on Friday, March 4, 2016. MDSMB// photo/173834/news/miriam-campaigns-in-valenzuela-city// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030416_miriam_valenzuela_2_2016_03_04_16_49_57.jpg

Binay pays tribute to late Bulacan town mayor//UNA presidential bet Vice President Jejomar Binay joins the commemoration of the 7th death anniversary of Meycauayan, Bulacan Mayor Eddie Alarilla on Friday, March 4, 2016. Amita Legaspi// photo/173781/news/binay-pays-tribute-to-late-bulacan-town-mayor// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030416_binay_meycauayan_2016_03_04_12_39_28.jpg

Rousing welcome awaits Miriam at Valenzuela school//Students of Our Lady of Fatima University in Valenzuela City wait for presidential aspirant Senator Miriam Defensor-Santiago to arrive for a speech on Friday, March 4, 2016. Elizabeth Marcelo// photo/173780/news/rousing-welcome-awaits-miriam-at-valenzuela-school// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030416_miriam_valenzuela_2016_03_04_12_34_32.jpg

Trillanes campaigns in Tarlac//Vice presidential bet Senator Antonio Trillanes IV arrives at the San Manuel, Tarlac townhall on Friday, March 4, 2016, for a courtesy call on Mayor Benjamin Tesoro and supporters. Jessica Bartolome // photo/173779/news/trillanes-campaigns-in-tarlac// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030416_trillanes_tarlac_2016_03_04_12_29_20.jpg

Mar campaigns in Cebu//Administration standard bearer Mar Roxas II consults with workers in a furniture shop in Mandaue City on Friday, March 4, 2016, as part of his two-day visit in Cebu. KC Alvarez // photo/173774/news/mar-campaigns-in-cebu// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030416_mar_cebu_2016_03_04_10_15_45.jpg

Bongbong meets elderly Marcos loyalist in Laguna//Vice presidential aspirant Senator Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. meets Arturo Alonte, an elderly Marcos loyalist, in Sta. Rosa, Laguna on Thursday, March 3, 2016. Benjie Castro// photo/173695/news/bongbong-meets-elderly-marcos-loyalist-in-laguna// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030316_news_2016_03_03_12_39_53.jpg

Duterte campaigns in Lingayen//Presidential aspirant Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte is mobbed by his supporters during a campaign sortie in Lingayen, Pangasinan on Wednesday, March 2, 2016. Keith Bacongco // photo/173635/news/duterte-campaigns-in-lingayen// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030216_1_2016_03_02_15_55_02.jpg

Grace, Chiz in Angeles City//Presidential bet Senator Grace Poe and her running mate Senator Francis 'Chiz' Escudero shake hands with their supporters during a campaign sortie in Angeles City, Pampanga on Wednesday, March 2, 2016. Jay Morales // photo/173633/news/grace-chiz-in-angeles-city// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030216_grace_chiz_angeles_2016_03_02_15_51_22.jpg

Bongbong visits biotech institute in Laguna//Dr. Rosario Monsalud (right) of the National Institute of Molecular Biology and Biotechnology in Los Baños, Laguna gives vice presidential candidate Senator Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. a tour of the facility on Wednesday, March 2, 2016. Benjie Castro// photo/173629/news/bongbong-visits-biotech-institute-in-laguna// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030216_news_b_2016_03_02_15_46_16.jpg

Voters urged not to vote for pro-mining candidates//At a press conference in Quezon City on Tuesday, March 1, 2016, environmentalists under the Green Vote 2016 Campaign call on the public to deliver 'zero votes' against candidates who have clear track records of promoting, supporting and owning large-scale mining operations in the Country. The group will also mark the 21st anniversary of the Mining Act of 1995. GMA News// photo/173420/news/voters-urged-not-to-vote-for-pro-mining-candidates// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030116_mmanila_2016_03_01_16_13_08.jpg

Grace Poe consults Apalit residents//Presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe attends a public consultation with the residents and town officials of Apalit, Pampanga on Tuesday, March 1, 2016. Jay Morales// photo/173419/news/grace-poe-consults-apalit-residents// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030116_grace_poe_apalit_2_2016_03_01_16_11_35.jpg

Grace Poe consults Apalit residents//Presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe attends a public consultation with the residents and town officials of Apalit, Pampanga on Tuesday, March 1, 2016. Jay Morales// photo/173418/news/grace-poe-consults-apalit-residents// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030116_grace_poe_apalit_2016_03_01_16_10_48.jpg

Bongbong campaigns in Taytay//Vice presidential candidate Senator Ferdinand Bongbong Marcos Jr. and senatorial bet Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez wave to supporters during a campaign sortie in Taytay, Rizal on Tuesday, March 1, 2016. Benjie Castro// photo/173387/news/bongbong-campaigns-in-taytay// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/03/ZZZ_030116_news_2016_03_01_11_30_15.jpg

Rizal officials endorse Bongbong//vice presidential bet Ferdinad Bongbong Marcos Jr. is endorsed by the local government of Rizal led by Governor Ito Yñarez, former mayor Angelito Gatlabayan, Rep. Rubie Puno, and Vice Gov. Prisco San Juan at the Antipolo Capitol Building on Monday, February 29, 2016. Benjie Castro // photo/173316/news/rizal-officials-endorse-bongbong// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022916_news_b_2016_02_29_15_25_02.jpg

Bongbong campaigns in Antipolo//Vice presidential candidate Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. steps down his campaign vehicle during a sortie in front of the Antipolo Capitol Building on Monday., February 29, 2016. Benjie Castro// photo/173252/news/bongbong-campaigns-in-antipolo// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022916_mmanila_2016_02_29_10_59_52.jpg

Grace Poe campaigns in Abra//Supporters mob presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe during her campaign sortie in Bangued, Abra on Thursday, February 25. Jay Morales // photo/172945/news/grace-poe-campaigns-in-abra// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022516_grace_poe_abra_3_2016_02_25_16_18_49.jpg

Grace Poe campaigns in Abra//Supporters mob presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe during her campaign sortie in Bangued, Abra on Thursday, February 25. Jay Morales // photo/172944/news/grace-poe-campaigns-in-abra// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022516_grace_poe_abra_2_2016_02_25_16_17_55.jpg

Grace Poe campaigns in Abra//Presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe addresses her supporters during her campaign sortie in Bangued, Abra on Thursday, February 25. Jay Morales// photo/172943/news/grace-poe-campaigns-in-abra// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022516_grace_poe_abra_2016_02_25_16_16_58.jpg

Bongbong in Cagayan sortie//Vice presidential bet Senator Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. flashes the peace sign during the 'Unity Caravan' along Bunbun Highway in Tuguegarao, Cagayan on Wednesday, February 24, 2016. Benjie Castro// photo/172717/news/bongbong-in-cagayan-sortie// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022416_2_2016_02_24_15_59_54.jpg

Grace, Chiz in Baguio sortie//Presidential bet Senator Grace Poe and her running mate Senator Chiz Escudero do a high five during their campaign sortie in Baguio City on Tuesday, February 23. Jay Morales // photo/172711/news/grace-chiz-in-baguio-sortie// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022416_grace_poe_baguio_2_2016_02_24_15_54_59.jpg

Grace Poe at Baguio sortie//Presidential aspirant Senator Grace Poe addresses her supporters during a campaign sortie in Baguio City on Tuesday, February 23. Jay Morales // photo/172707/news/grace-poe-at-baguio-sortie// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022416_grace_poe_baguio_2016_02_24_15_51_31.jpg

Grace Poe in Baguio//Presidential aspirant Senator Grace Poe checks out fresh vegetables at the Baguio City Market during her campaign sortie on Tuesday, February 23, 2016. Thom Picana // photo/172643/news/grace-poe-in-baguio// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022416_news_2016_02_24_12_08_06.jpg

Pnoy helps Mar, Leni campaign in Bulacan//President Benigno Aquino III, along with LP presidential bet Mar Roxas II; vice presidential bet Camarines Sur Rep. Leni Robredo; and the LP senatorial slate raise their hands during a meeting with local officials in Malolos, Bulacan on Tuesday, February 23. Robert Viñas// photo/172642/news/pnoy-helps-mar-leni-campaign-in-bulacan// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022416_mar_leni_bulacan_2016_02_24_12_07_00.jpg

Pnoy helps Mar, Leni campaign in Bulacan//President Benigno Aquino III, along with LP presidential bet Mar Roxas II and vice presidential bet Camarines Sur Rep. Leni Robredo raise their hands during a meeting with local officials in Malolos, Bulacan on Tuesday, February 23. Robert Viñas// photo/172641/news/pnoy-helps-mar-leni-campaign-in-bulacan// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022416_mar_leni_bulacan_2_2016_02_24_12_05_25.jpg

Bongbong at Isabela State University//Vice presidential bet Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. shakes hands with students of Isabela State University during an event opening on Tuesday, February 23, 2016. Benjie Castro// photo/172544/news/bongbong-at-isabela-state-university// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022316_regions_2016_02_23_14_04_23.jpg

Dy endorses Bongbong, Martin//Isabela Governor Faustino Dy (left) endorses vice presidential bet Senator Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. and senatorial candidate Leyte rep. Martin Romualdez (right) during the Isabela State University 2016 student festival opening. Benjie Castro // photo/172543/news/dy-endorses-bongbong-martin// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022316_regions_b_2016_02_23_14_02_15.jpg

Grace Poe in Bukidnon//Supporters greet presidential bet Senator Grace Poe during her campaign sortie in Bukidnon on Monday, February 22, 2016. Jay Morales// photo/172542/news/grace-poe-in-bukidnon// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022316_grace_poe_bukidnon_2_2016_02_23_13_57_57.jpg

Grace Poe in Bukidnon//Presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe poses for a selfie with senatorial bet Migz Zubiri and employees of the provincial capitol during her campaign sortie in Bukidnon on Monday, February 22. Jay Morales// photo/172540/news/grace-poe-in-bukidnon// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022316_grace_poe_bukidnon_2016_02_23_13_52_30.jpg

Bello seeks Pacquiao's disqualification //Former Akbayan Rep. Walden Bello shows a copy of the disqualification case he filed against senatorial bet Manny Pacquiao before the Comelec in Manila on Monday, February 22. Bello seeks Pacquiao's disqualification if he pushes through with his bout with Timothy Bradley on April 9, a month before the May polls. Danny Pata// photo/172419/news/bello-seeks-pacquiao-s-disqualification// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022216_mmanila_b_2016_02_22_17_31_04.jpg

Martial law victims say 'no to Marcoses'//Martial law victims gather at Balay Alumni in UP Diliman on Monday, February 22, 2016, to form a coalition against the return of the Marcoses to Malacañang. GMA News// photo/172402/news/martial-law-victims-say-no-to-marcoses// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022216_news_2016_02_22_15_35_48.jpg

Bongbong in Alabang sortie//Supporters welcome vice presidential candidate Senator Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. during a campaign sortie in Albang, Muntinglupa City on Monday, February 22, 2016. Roy Lozano // photo/172401/news/bongbong-in-alabang-sortie// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022216_mmanila_2016_02_22_15_34_31.jpg

Five presidential at PiliPinas Debates 2016//UNA presidential bet Vice President Jejomar Binay (left), presidential aspirant Senator Miriam Santiago (2nd left), PDP-Laban presidential candidate Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte (center), presidential bet Senator Grace Poe, and LP presidential standard bearer Mar Roxas II pose for a group shot with Comelec chairman Andres Bautista after the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro city on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Danny Pata// photo/172341/news/five-presidential-at-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022216_pilipinas_debates_3_2016_02_22_08_25_18.jpg

Five presidential at PiliPinas Debates 2016//UNA presidential bet Vice President Jejomar Binay (left), presidential aspirant Senator Miriam Santiago (2nd left), PDP-Laban presidential candidate Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte (center), presidential bet Senator Grace Poe, and LP presidential standard bearer Mar Roxas II pose for a group shot after the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro city on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Danny Pata// photo/172340/news/five-presidential-at-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022216_pilipinas_debates_2_2016_02_22_08_23_46.jpg

Five presidential clasp hands in PiliPinas Debates 2016//UNA presidential bet Vice President Jejomar Binay (left), presidential aspirant Senator Miriam Santiago (2nd left), PDP-Laban presidential candidate Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte (center), presidential bet Senator Grace Poe, and LP presidential standard bearer Mar Roxas II link hands after the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro city on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Danny Pata// photo/172339/news/five-presidential-clasp-hands-in-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022216_pilipinas_debates_2016_02_22_08_21_44.jpg

Presidentiables share the stage//Vice President Jejomar Binay, Senator Miriam Defensor Santiago, Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte, Senator Grace Poe, and former Interior Secretary Mar Roxas share the stage at the end of the Pilipinas Debates 2016. Danny Pata// photo/172289/presidentiables-share-the-stage// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/debate_2016_02_21_19_57_42.jpg

Miriam, Duterte at PiliPinas Debates 2016//Presidential aspirant Senator Miriam Santiago expounds a point as rival presidential bet Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte looks on during the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Danny Pata // photo/172271/news/miriam-duterte-at-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_pilipinas_debates_4_2016_02_21_18_47_19.jpg

Duterte compliments Miriam during PiliPinas Debates 2016//PDP-Laban presidential bet Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte (right) raises his clenched fist after complimenting rival presidential bet Senator Miriam Santiago in the first round of the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday, February 21, 2016. At left is UNA presidential bet Vice President Jejomar Binay. Danny Pata// photo/172269/news/duterte-compliments-miriam-during-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_pilipinas_debates_3_2016_02_21_18_42_55.jpg

Five presidential bets show their best in PiliPinas Debates 2016//UNA presidential bet Vice President Jejomar Binay (left), presidential aspirant Senator Miriam Santiago (2nd left), PDP-Laban presidential candidate Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte (center), presidential bet Senator Grace Poe, and LP presidential standard bearer Mar Roxas II participate in the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro city on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Danny Pata// photo/172268/news/five-presidential-bets-show-their-best-in-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_pilipinas_debates_2_2016_02_21_18_36_03.jpg

Five presidential bets show their best in PiliPinas Debates 2016//UNA presidential bet Vice President Jejomar Binay (left), presidential aspirant Senator Miriam Santiago (2nd left), PDP-Laban presidential candidate Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte (center), presidential bet Senator Grace Poe, and LP presidential standard bearer Mar Roxas II participate in the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro city on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Danny Pata// photo/172267/news/five-presidential-bets-show-their-best-in-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_pilipinas_debates_2016_02_21_18_33_17.jpg

Hundreds of supporters watch PiliPinas Debates 2016//A supporter whistles as Liberal Party standard bearer Mar Roxas gave his opening statement at the start of the PiliPinas Debates 2016 at the Capitol University gym in Cagayan de Oro City, Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016. Jessica Bartolome// photo/172266/news/hundreds-of-supporters-watch-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/marsupporterwhistles_2016_02_21_18_38_10.jpg

Hundreds of supporters watch PiliPinas Debates 2016//Supporters of Sen. Miriam Defensor Santiago and Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte laugh as both candidates express support for each other during the first round of the PiliPinas Debates 2016. Jessica Bartolome// photo/172265/news/hundreds-of-supporters-watch-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/Duterte_and_Defensor-Santiago_supporters_laugh_and_cheer_as_the_two_candidates_express_support_for_each_other_2016_02_21_18_24_05.jpg

Hundreds of supporters watch PiliPinas Debates 2016//Muslim women listen intently as presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe talks about her track record during the first round of the PiliPinas Debates 2016. Jessica Bartolome// photo/172263/news/hundreds-of-supporters-watch-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/Muslim_women_listen_intently_as_presidential_candidate_and_senator_Grace_Poe_talks_about_her_track_record_2016_02_21_18_22_23.jpg

Hundreds of supporters watch PiliPinas Debates 2016//The crowd at the Capitol University gym cheers as hosts of the PiliPinas Debates 2016 announce the start of the five presidential candidates' face off on Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016. Jessica Bartolome// photo/172260/news/hundreds-of-supporters-watch-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/The_crowd_at_Capitol_University_cheered_as_the_debate_was_aired_2016_02_21_18_01_41.jpg

Jejomar Binay during the first round of the Pilipinas Debates 2016//GMA News television host Jessica Soho fields a question to UNA presidential bet Vice President Jejomar Binay during the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro Cioty on Sunday, February 16. Danny Pata// photo/172258/news/jejomar-binay-during-the-first-round-of-the-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/Binay_2016_02_21_17_59_26.jpg

Duterte, Poe debate in the first round of PiliPinas Debate 2016//PDP-Laban presidential bet Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte and rival presidential aspirant Senator Grace Poe debate during the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Danny Pata// photo/172257/lifestyle/duterte-poe-debate-in-the-first-round-of-pilipinas-debate-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/dutertepoe_2016_02_21_17_58_28.jpg

Duterte takes a break during PiliPinas Debates 2016//PDP-Laban presidential bet Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte, with his feet up on the chair, waits for the commercial break to end during the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City on February 21, 2016. Amita Legaspi // photo/172256/news/duterte-takes-a-break-during-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_rodrigo_duterte_cdo_2_2016_02_21_17_58_02.jpg

Duterte, Poe debate in the first round of the Pilipinas Debates 2016//PDP-Laban presidential bet Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte and rival presidential aspirant Senator Grace Poe debate during the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Danny Pata// photo/172255/news/duterte-poe-debate-in-the-first-round-of-the-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/duterte-poe_2016_02_21_17_57_42.jpg

Miriam Santiago in the first round of Pilipinas Debates 2016//Presidential bet Senator Miriam Santiago answers questions during PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro city on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Danny Pata// photo/172253/news/miriam-santiago-in-the-first-round-of-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/Miriam_2016_02_21_17_56_46.jpg

Jejomar Binay in the first round of the Pilipinas Debates 2016//GMA News anchors Mike Enriquez and Jessica Soho prepare to field questions to UNA presidential bet Vice President Jejomar Binay during the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Danny Pata// photo/172251/news/jejomar-binay-in-the-first-round-of-the-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/Miriam-Mike-Binay_2016_02_21_17_55_45.jpg

Hundreds of supporters watch PiliPinas Debates 2016//Hundreds of supporters of the five presidential candidates gather at the Capitol University's gymnasium to watch the Pilipinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City, Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016. Jessica Bartolome// photo/172250/news/hundreds-of-supporters-watch-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/debategym_2016_02_21_17_54_37.jpg

Mar Roxas in the first round of PiliPinas Debates 2016//LP presidential bet Mar Roxas II answers question during the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Danny Pata// photo/172249/news/mar-roxas-in-the-first-round-of-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/Roxas_2016_02_21_17_53_25.jpg

Sen. Grace Poe before the PiliPinas Debates 2016//Sen. Grace Poe minutes before the PiliPinas Debates 2016 at the Capitol University in Cagayan de Oro City, Feb. 21, 2016. Amita Legaspi// photo/172241/news/sen-grace-poe-before-the-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/poewithnery_2016_02_21_17_04_24.jpg

Rivals Mar Roxas and Jejomar Binay shake hands//Presidential candidates Mar Roxas and Jejomar Binay shake hands before their face off during the PiliPinas Debates 2016 at the Capitol University in Cagayan de Oro City, Feb. 21, 2016. Amita Legaspi// photo/172239/news/rivals-mar-roxas-and-jejomar-binay-shake-hands// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/marbinayshakehands_2016_02_21_17_01_15.jpg

Sen. Miriam Defensor Santiago before the debate//Sen. Miriam Defensor Santiago talks with Philippine Daily Inquirer's John Nery minutes before the PiliPinas Debates 2016 at the Capitol University in Cagayan de Oro City, Feb. 21, 2016. Amita Legaspi// photo/172237/news/sen-miriam-defensor-santiago-before-the-debate// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/miriamwithjohnnery_2016_02_21_16_59_15.jpg

Presidential bets Mar Roxas, Rodrigo Duterte and Jejomar Binay//Presidential bets Mar Roxas, Rodrigo Duterte and Jejomar Binay share a seat at the holding room minutes before the PiliPinas Debates 2016 at the Capitol University in Cagayan de Oro City, Sunday, Feb. 21, 2016. Justin Joyas// photo/172236/news/presidential-bets-mar-roxas-rodrigo-duterte-and-jejomar-binay// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/binaymardigong_2016_02_21_16_57_16.jpg

Duterte at PiliPinas Debate 2016 holding room//PDP-Laban presidential bet Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte now at the holding room for the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday, February 21, 2016. With Duterte is Philippine Daily Inquirer's John Neri. Amita Legaspi// photo/172232/news/duterte-at-pilipinas-debate-2016-holding-room// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_duterte_neri_cdo_2016_02_21_16_37_10.jpg

Miriam arrives at Capitol University//Presidential candidate Senator Miriam Santiago arrives at Capitol University for the PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Joseph Morong // photo/172226/news/miriam-arrives-at-capitol-university// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_miriam_santiago_cdo_2016_02_21_16_25_06.jpg

Duterte arrives at Capitol University//PDP-Laban presidential bet Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte arrives for the PiliPinas Debates2016 at Capitol University in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Joseph Morong // photo/172225/news/duterte-arrives-at-capitol-university// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_rodrigo_duterte_cdo_2016_02_21_16_21_33.jpg

Mar Roxas arrives at Capitol University//LP presidential standard bearer Mar Roxas II arrives at the Capitol University in Cagayan de Oro City for the PiliPinas Debates 2016 on Sunday, February 21, 2016. GMA News// photo/172224/news/mar-roxas-arrives-at-capitol-university// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_mar_roxas_cdo_2016_02_21_16_15_31.jpg

Grace Poe arrives at Capitol University//Presidential bet Senator Grace Poe arrives at Capitol University in Cagayan de Oro City for the PiliPinas Debates 2016 on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Joseph Morong // photo/172222/news/grace-poe-arrives-at-capitol-university// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_grace_poe_cdo_2016_02_21_16_12_07.jpg

Binay gets briefed on PiliPinas Debates 2016//UNA presidential aspirant Vice President Jejomar Binay is briefed on the procedures of PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Jessica Bartolome// photo/172206/news/binay-gets-briefed-on-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_binay_briefing_cdo_2_2016_02_21_15_52_32.jpg

Binay gets briefed on PiliPinas Debates 2016//UNA presidential aspirant Vice President Jejomar Binay is briefed on the procedures of PiliPinas Debates 2016 in Cagayan de Oro City on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Amita Legaspi// photo/172205/news/binay-gets-briefed-on-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_binay_briefing_cdo_2016_02_21_15_51_40.jpg

Duterte supporters at PiliPinas Debates 2016//Supporters of PDP-Laban presidential candidate Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte start arriving at the Capitol University during the PiliPinas Debate 2016 in Cagayan de Oro city on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Danny Pata // photo/172200/news/duterte-supporters-at-pilipinas-debates-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_news_2016_02_21_15_04_01.jpg

Binay, Mar supporters at Presidential Debate 2016//A supporter of UNA presidential bet Vice President Jejomar Binay passes by a group of supporters of LP presidential bet Mar Roxas II outside the venue of the Presidential Debates in Cagayan de Oro on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Jessica Bartolome // photo/172197/news/binay-mar-supporters-at-presidential-debate-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_binay_supporters_cdo_3_2016_02_21_14_57_14.jpg

Binay supporters at Presidential Debate 2016//Supporters of UNA presidential bet Vice President Jejomar Binay wait for the start of the Presidential Debates in Cagayan de Oro on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Jessica Bartolome // photo/172196/news/binay-supporters-at-presidential-debate-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_binay_supporters_cdo_2_2016_02_21_14_53_51.jpg

Binay supporters at Presidential Debate 2016//Supporters of UNA presidential bet Vice President Jejomar Binay wait for the start of the Presidential Debates in Cagayan de Oro on Sunday, February 21, 2016. Jessica Bartolome // photo/172195/news/binay-supporters-at-presidential-debate-2016// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_022116_binay_supporters_cdo_2016_02_21_14_52_11.jpg

Jessica Soho rehearses part at debates venue in CDO//Multi-awarded GMA News anchor and one of the moderators of the PiliPinas Debates 2016 Jessica Soho rehearses her part hours before the start of the first leg of a series of presidential debates in the lead-up to the May 9 polls. Capitol University in Cagayan De Oro is host to the February 21 face-off. Danny Pata // photo/172176/news/jessica-soho-rehearses-part-at-debates-venue-in-cdo// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/20160221_5_2016_02_21_14_02_26.jpg

Comelec's Bautista arrives at presidential debates venue in CDO//Comelec chair Andres Bautista and spokesperson James Jimenez arrive at the Capitol University in Cagayan De Oro City, hours before the presidential debates on Sunday February 21, 2016. All five presidential bets will tackle issues lined up for the first part of a series of debates in the run-up to the May 9 polls. Danny Pata// photo/172171/news/comelec-s-bautista-arrives-at-presidential-debates-venue-in-cdo// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/20160221_1_2016_02_21_14_02_58.jpg

VP Binay kisses bishop's hand after Mass in C' de Oro//Presidential candidate Vice President Jejomar Binay kisses the hand of Bishop Antonio Legaspi after a Sunday Mass at the St. Augustine Cathedral in Cagayan De Oro City on February 21. All five presidential candidates will join the first leg of the Comelec-organized debates among aspirants to the presidency to be held in the city at 5 p.m. —Danny Pata // photo/172163/news/vp-binay-kisses-bishop-s-hand-after-mass-in-c-de-oro// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/20160221_4_2016_02_21_14_03_43.jpg

MMDA personnel get rid of misplaced campaign tarps //Metro Manila Development Authority personnel segregate campaign tarpaulins they removed from places not designated as common poster area in Manila. The MMDA began removing misplaced election campaign materials on February 9. Prohibited areas include electrical posts, bridges and overpasses, main buildings, public buildings, center islands, and trees. Violators may face one to six years prison term. — Danny Pata// photo/172110/news/mmda-personnel-get-rid-of-misplaced-campaign-tarps// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/campaignmaterials_2016_02_20_12_32_41.jpg

Romualdez with PWDs//Senatorial candidate and Leyte Rep. Martin Romualdez shakes hands with PWD's at a press conference in Quezon City on Thursday, February 18. The bill that aims from the payment of the 12-percent value added tax (VAT) on certain goods and services is now closing to become a law. Roy Lozano// photo/171844/news/romualdez-with-pwds// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021816_1_2016_02_18_15_47_54.jpg

Bongbong opens campaign headquarters in Mandaluyong//Vice presidential bet Senator Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr., along with his mother former First Lady Imelda Marcos and sister Irene Marcos-Araneta, opens his campaign headquarters in Mandaluyong City on Thursday, February 18. At left is his wife Liza. Benjie Castro// photo/171843/news/bongbong-opens-campaign-headquarters-in-mandaluyong// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021816_2_2016_02_18_15_32_24.jpg

Duterte, Cayetano in UP diliman//PDP-Laban presidential bet Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte and his running mate Senator Alan Peter Cayetano continue their Rondaserye in UP Diliman on Thursday, February 18. Duterte-Cayetano Facebook acct// photo/171834/news/duterte-cayetano-in-up-diliman// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021816_duterte_cayetano_up_2016_02_18_15_25_28.jpg

Duterte, Alunan in Bacolod sortie//PDP-Laban presidential bet Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte (2nd right) talks to a friend as senatorial candidate Rafael Alunan III (seated, center) look on during their sortie in Bacolod City on Wednesday, February 17. Rafael Alunan III facebook acct// photo/171762/news/duterte-alunan-in-bacolod-sortie// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021816_duterte_bacolod_2_2016_02_18_08_57_14.jpg

Duterte, Alunan in Bacolod sortie//PDP-Laban presidential bet Davao City Mayor Rodrigo Duterte shakes the hand of senatorial candidate Rafael Alunan III during their sortie in Bacolod City on Wednesday, February 17. Rafael Alunan III facebook acct// photo/171761/news/duterte-alunan-in-bacolod-sortie// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021816_duterte_bacolod_2016_02_18_08_55_42.jpg

Grace Poe in Roxas City //Presidential aspirant Senator Grace Poe is warmly welcomed by residents of Roxas City in Capiz during her campaign sortie on Wednesday, February 17. Jay Morales// photo/171692/news/grace-poe-in-roxas-city// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_grace_poe_capiz_4_2016_02_17_16_36_59.jpg

Grace Poe in Mar Roxas bailiwick//Presidential bet Senator Grace Poe makes a dash to the other side of the road to meet her supporters during her campaign sortie in Roxas City, Capiz on Wednesday, February 17. Jay Morales// photo/171691/news/grace-poe-in-mar-roxas-bailiwick// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_grace_poe_capiz_3_2016_02_17_16_33_47.jpg

Grace Poe warmly received in Mar Roxas bailiwick//Presidential aspirant Senator Grace Poe is warmly welcomed by residents of Roxas City in Capiz during her campaign sortie on Wednesday, February 17. Jay Morales// photo/171690/news/grace-poe-warmly-received-in-mar-roxas-bailiwick// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_grace_poe_capiz_2_2016_02_17_16_28_42.jpg

Grace Poe warmly received in Mar Roxas bailiwick//Presidential aspirant Senator Grace Poe is warmly welcomed by residents of Roxas City in Capiz during her campaign sortie on Wednesday, February 17. Jay Morales// photo/171688/news/grace-poe-warmly-received-in-mar-roxas-bailiwick// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_grace_poe_capiz_2016_02_17_16_25_13.jpg

Mar with QC gathering//Liberal Party presidential candidate Mar Roxas II chats with Senator Franklin Drilon, House Speaker Feliciano Belmonte Jr. and Quezon City Mayor Herbert Bautista during a meeting with barangay officials at the Quezon Memorial Circle on Wednesday, February 17. GMA News// photo/171682/news/mar-with-qc-gathering// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_news_b_2016_02_17_16_16_11.jpg

Mar, Leni at QC gathering//Liberal Party presidential bet Mar Roxas II greets his running mate Camarines Sur Rep. Leni Robredo during a gathering with barangay officials at the Quezon Memorial Circle on Wednesday, February 17. GMA News// photo/171681/news/mar-leni-at-qc-gathering// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_mmanila_b_2016_02_17_16_14_57.jpg

Bongbong in Caloocan//Vice presidential candidate Senator Fedinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. hits the campaign trail Bagong silang, Caloocan City on Wednesday, February 17. Benjie Castro// photo/171670/news/bongbong-in-caloocan// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_bongbong_caloocan_2016_02_17_15_58_43.jpg

Korean expert says May 9 winner should invest much on agri//At a forum hosted by the DOST in Manila on Wednesday, February 17, Professor Djun Kil Kim, research chair of Samsung Korean Studies Program, advices who ever wins in the may 9 elections should invest much on agriculture. Danny Pata // photo/171669/news/korean-expert-says-may-9-winner-should-invest-much-on-agri// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_1_2016_02_17_15_57_26.jpg

Grace Poe in Iloilo sortie//Presidential bet Grace Poe addresses her supporters during a campaign rally at Jaro Plaza in Iloilo on Tuesday, February 16. Jay Morales// photo/171598/news/grace-poe-in-iloilo-sortie// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_grace_poe_iloilo_4_2016_02_17_09_50_31.jpg

Grace Poe in Iloilo sortie//Presidential aspirant Grace Poe is greeted by her supporters after she visited Jaro Church in Iloilo on Tuesday, February 16. Jay Morales// photo/171597/news/grace-poe-in-iloilo-sortie// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_grace_poe_iloilo_3_2016_02_17_09_46_09.jpg

Grace Poe visits Jaro church where she was found//Presidential candidate Grace Poe marches with supporters to the campaign venue after visiting Jaro Church in Iloilo on Tuesday, February 16. Jay Morales// photo/171596/news/grace-poe-visits-jaro-church-where-she-was-found// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_grace_poe_iloilo_2_2016_02_17_09_40_24.jpg

Grace Poe visits Jaro church where she was found//Presidential aspirant Senator Grace Poe touches the holy water font at Jaro Church where she was found on September 3, 1968. Poe was in Iloilo on Tuesday, February 16, for a campaign sortie. Jay Morales// photo/171595/news/grace-poe-visits-jaro-church-where-she-was-found// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_grace_poe_iloilo_2016_02_17_09_33_39.jpg

Bongbong in Pasig//Supporters welcome vice presidential candidate Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Marcos Jr. during a campaign sortie at Brgy. Maybunga in Pasig City on Tuesday, February 16. Roy Lozano // photo/171593/news/bongbong-in-pasig// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021716_news_2016_02_17_09_26_23.jpg

Source code for 2016 polls hard to hack, use for cheating – expert //Comelec spokesman James Jiminez shows Senator Aquilino Pimentel III and Rep. Oscar Rodrigez how a PCOS machine works during a Joint Congressional Oversight Committee hearing at the Senate on Tuesday, February 16. A source code reviewer said it would be quite difficult to hack the software program in favor of one candidate in the 2016 elections. Benjie Castro // photo/171498/news/source-code-for-2016-polls-hard-to-hack-use-for-cheating-expert// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021616_1_2016_02_16_15_54_18.jpg

Grace Poe at Vice Mayors' League meeting//Presidential candidate Senator Grace Poe speaks before members of the Vice Mayors' League of the Philippines during its executive meeting at Diamond Hotel in Manila on Monday, February 15. Jay Morales// photo/171454/news/grace-poe-at-vice-mayors-league-meeting// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021616_grace_vml_2016_02_16_09_41_34.jpg

Binay in Pasay//United Nationalis Alliance presidential candidate Vice President Jejomar Binay speaks before residents during a sortie at Villamor, Pasay City on Monday February 15. Danny Pata // photo/171453/news/binay-in-pasay// http://images.gmanews.tv/webpics/2016/02/ZZZ_021616_mmanila_2016_02_16_09_40_27.jpg

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