MANILA, Philippines — Though with a slight decline, majority of Filipinos continue to trust and approve of President Marcos’ performance, while Vice President Sara Duterte’s ratings have seen a further drop, according to a third-quarter OCTA Research survey.
President Marcos’ Ratings Hold Steady
The survey, conducted from Sept. 4 to 7, revealed that 66% of 1,200 respondents are satisfied with Marcos’ performance, down slightly from 68% in July. Trust in Marcos also dipped marginally from 71% to 69%, while dissatisfaction rose from 10% to 12%. OCTA noted that the changes in Marcos’ ratings remain within the survey’s margin of error.
Duterte’s Approval and Trust Ratings Drop
In contrast, Duterte’s ratings saw a sharper decline. Her performance approval fell eight points to 52%, with dissatisfaction rising from 12% to 15%. Trust in her decreased by six points to 59%, with notable drops in Metro Manila and Luzon, especially among socio-economic classes ABC and D. Her approval in Metro Manila dropped from 50% to 38%, and trust declined by 13 points to 47%.
The Vice President continues to hold strong support in Mindanao, where her ratings remain above 90%.
Possible Factors in Duterte’s Decline
The survey highlights a continuing decline in Duterte’s ratings, following her public split from the Marcos administration, including her resignation as education secretary in June and recent public criticisms of the President. Duterte is also currently under investigation by the House committee on good government for her office’s use of confidential funds.
Escudero’s Ratings Remain High
Senate President Francis Escudero maintained high trust and approval ratings, scoring 67% and 65%, respectively, in the same survey. He expressed gratitude to the public, stating that he is committed to serving the people.
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