BONG GO, MARCOLETA, and TULFO LEAD EARLY SENATE SURVEY AMONG MOTORISTS AND PUBLIC MARKET GOERS
An independent street survey (“kalye survey”) conducted by PAPI from April 1 to 20, 2025, gauged early preferences for the upcoming Senate race, tapping the sentiments of motor riders, jeepney and bus commuters, and public market patrons.
Gathering responses from 1,100 participants nationwide, the survey results reveal strong support for familiar names in politics and media, indicating public leanings ahead of the official campaign period.
According to the survey, Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go emerged as the top choice, closely followed by Rodante D. Marcoleta and Erwin Tulfo. Other notable candidates who secured significant support include Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa, Vicente “Tito” Sotto III, and Pilar Juliana “Pia” Cayetano.
Here is the initial ranking based on the respondents’ choices:
- Christopher Lawrence “Bong” T. Go
- Rodante D. Marcoleta –
- Erwin Tulfo –
- Ronald “Bato” Dela Rosa
- Vicente C. Sotto III
- Pilar Juliana “Pia” Cayetano
- Panfilo “Ping” Lacson
- Maria Imelda Josefa “Imee” Marcos
- Camille Villar
- Ben Tulfo –
- Victor Rodriguez
- Apollo Quiboloy –
The survey highlights the continued dominance of political veterans and media personalities, with familiarity and public visibility playing key roles in voter preference.
PAPI clarified that while the survey offers a snapshot of current sentiment, the figures could still shift significantly as official campaigns and debates unfold.
The survey method involved random street interviews at transport hubs and public markets to capture the pulse of ordinary commuters and small vendors, groups often underrepresented in traditional polling.
As the Senate race heats up, analysts expect the numbers to fluctuate, especially with political endorsements, issues, and media appearances influencing the electorate.
