Election Surprise: Unexpected Top 12 Candidates in Philippine Senate Race

The 2025 Philippine senatorial elections yielded surprising results, with several candidates who weren't predicted to do well making it into the top 12. Pulse Asia's Research Director, Ana Maria Tabunda, expressed surprise, stating, "We were not getting Bam Aquino and Kiko Pangilinan in the top 12 for all the surveys we did." Political analyst Dr. Froilan Calilung attributed this to the youth vote (60.5% of registered voters are millennials and Gen Z) and the effective campaigning of certain candidates. The video shows footage of various candidates celebrating and reacting to the results. The unexpected outcome highlights the dynamic nature of Philippine politics and the increasing influence of the younger generation.