Romualdez: Higher approval rating affirms House’s work, efforts

MANILA, Philippines — House of Representatives Speaker Ferdinand Martin Romualdez has thanked the public for their rising trust and approval of his work, noting that the latest survey results are an affirmation of his and his colleagues’ work and efforts.

Romualdez said this in a statement on Wednesday after polling firm Pulse Asia released a report showing that the Speaker’s trust and approval ratings were at 35 percent — four points higher than the numbers recorded in the March 2024 survey.

This makes Romualdez the highest gainer among the country’s top three officials — him, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., and Vice President Sara Duterte.

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“Ikinagagalak nating malaman na patuloy ang pagtaas ng tiwala ng mamamayang Pilipino sa ating kakayahan bilang pinuno ng Kongreso (We are happy to know that more Filipinos trust our ability to lead the Congress).

“These results are a clear affirmation of the diligent work and dedication demonstrated by my colleagues here at House of Representatives,” Romualdez said.

“Leading this esteemed institution has been an honor, and your continued trust and approval inspires us to strive for excellence in all our endeavors. The welfare of the Filipino people remains our top priority,” he added.

Romualdez’s performance and trust ratings were both at 31 percent in the March 2024 survey, and both increased to 35 percent for June 2024.

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The Speaker said that they remain committed to implementing policies, programs, and projects that will have a positive impact on the lives of Filipinos.

“Patuloy nating pagsisikapan na maibaba ang presyo ng bigas at mga pangunahing bilihin. Dadagdagan natin ang pondo ng ayuda para sa mga indigent Filipinos. It is imperative that we support our most vulnerable citizens and provide them with the necessary resources to improve their quality of life,” he added.

(We will continuously work towards reducing the price of rice and basic commodities.  We will increase the funds for social aid for indigent Filipinos.)

“Mananatili tayong tapat sa ating sinumpaang tungkulin na aalagaan natin ang bawat pamilyang Pilipino. Itutulak natin ang pagkakaisa sa administrasyon ni Pangulong Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr. na isulong ang interes ng mamamayan,” he stressed.

(We will remain true to our sworn duty to take care of each Filipino family.  We will push for unity under President Ferdinand ‘Bongbong’ Marcos Jr.’s administration, which pushes for the people’s interests.)

Marcos’ approval ratings slightly dropped, from 55 percent in March 2024 to 53 percent in June 2024.  His trust rating also dropped from 57 percent to 52 percent in the same period.

Meanwhile, Duterte’s approval rating slightly increased by two percent, from 67 percent in March to 69 percent in June.  Her trust rating remained unchanged at 71 percent.

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“The trust you have placed in us drives us to work even harder to meet your needs and aspirations. We are determined to deliver on our promises and to ensure that our policies translate into tangible benefits for every Filipino,” Romualdez said.