Romualdez, Zubiri enjoy high rating in public job evaluation, says foundation
President Juan Miguel “Migz” F. Zubiri (L) and House Speaker Martin Romualdez. | PHOTOS: Senate PRIB and official website of House of Representatives / congress.gov.ph
Two of the country’s top government officials enjoy a steady climb in the job performance evaluation conducted in the third quarter of the year.
In gauging public sentiment, the RP-Mission and Development Foundation Inc. (RPMD) has published the results of its latest “Boses ng Bayan” nationwide public satisfaction survey and showed different perspective of the public among the nation’s leaders.
According to the findings, principal government officials are enjoying sustained high approval ratings from the public. In addition, the survey has recognized the distinguished performance of cabinet officials in the current administration, noting their significant achievements during the recent polling cycle.
In the latest assessment of the Philippines’ executive leadership, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr.’s performance score has witnessed a modest decline, coming in at 77%, a five-percentage-point drop from the 82% achieved in the second quarter.
Concurrently, Vice President Sara Duterte has seen a more pronounced decrease in her performance rating, which now stands at 76%, falling 10 percentage points from the former 86%. Trust ratings have also undergone adjustments; President Marcos’s trust rating has slightly decreased by four percentage points to 82% from an earlier mark of 86%, while Vice President Duterte’s trust rating is currently at 83%, down seven percentage points from her previous high of 90%.
The latest evaluations of the Philippine legislative leadership signal a positive trajectory in public approval and trust. Senate President Juan Miguel “Migz” Zubiri has seen his approval rating ascend to 72%, a three-percentage-point rise from the previous 69%.
House Speaker Martin Romualdez achieved a 75% satisfaction rating, climbing five percentage points above the 70% documented earlier. Furthermore, Zubiri’s trust rating has advanced to 74%, up by three percentage points from 71%, while Romualdez’s trust rating has also improved, reaching 76%, reflecting a four-percentage-point increase from the former 72%.
Dr. Paul Martinez, a Global Affairs Analyst and Executive Director of RPMD, has characterized Marcos Jr.’s 77% performance rating as a robust endorsement from the Filipino electorate. This figure suggests that the President’s initiatives and leadership are well-received by a significant majority.
Vice President Sara Duterte’s 76% rating similarly reflects a strong validation of her office, indicating that a notable portion of the population approves of her actions and leadership style. “These figures are indicative of the trust and confidence vested in the current administration by the citizens,” Martinez noted, emphasizing the importance of monitoring these ratings for any potential fluctuations that may indicate changing public opinion.
Martinez also disclosed that the approval rating for the House of Representatives stands at a solid 70%, with the trust rating slightly higher at 73%. In comparison, the Senate of the Philippines has secured an approval rating of 72%, accompanied by an even stronger trust rating of 75%. These statistics indicate a strong level of public confidence and trust in the legislative branches of the Philippines.
The improvements noted for Senate President Zubiri and House Speaker Romualdez have garnered considerable attention, signifying a rising tide of public support for their leadership.
Secretary Benhur Abalos Jr. of the Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) leads with a stellar 90% approval and a 94% trust rating, exemplifying the pinnacle of cabinet performance. He is closely followed by Secretary Rex Gatchalian of the Department of Social Welfare and Development and Secretary Christina Garcia-Frasco of the Department of Tourism, who are virtually tied for second place with respective approval ratings of 84% and 83% and trust ratings of 88% and 86%.
Holding the third rank with robust public support, Transportation Secretary Jaime Bautista and Budget Secretary Amenah Pangandaman have garnered approval ratings of 81% and 80%, and trust ratings of 84% and 82%, respectively.
The fourth is shared by Trade and Industry Secretary Alfredo Pascual and DICT Secretary Ivan John Enrile Uy, with approval ratings of 78% and 77%, and trust ratings of 80% and 83%. Completing the fifth place, Justice Secretary Jesus Crispin Remulla and DPWH Secretary Manuel Bonoan have achieved respective approval and trust ratings of 75% and 78%, and 74% and 79%, indicating a substantial endorsement from the public.
The current administration’s cabinet members are enjoying a strong wave of public support, as seen in their recent approval and trust ratings. Notably, Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin and Finance Secretary Benjamin Diokno stand out with an impressive 72% approval rating.
Their colleagues, DOST Secretary Renato Solidum Jr., DFA Secretary Enrique Manalo, and DOLE Secretary Bienvenido Laguesma are also riding high on public sentiment, each garnering approval ratings in the 70% vicinity.
The streak of favorable opinions isn’t limited to just a few top officials; it extends throughout a wider circle within the cabinet. Solicitor General Menardo Guevarra, Special Assistant to the President Antonio Lagdameo Jr., and Press Secretary Cheloy Garafil all enjoy commendable ratings, underlining the trust and satisfaction the populace holds in their performance. Other cabinet secretaries like Jerry Acuzar, Arsenio Balisacan, Toni Yulo Loyzaga, and Raphael Lotilla also share in this positive light. Collectively, these ratings paint a general picture of approval and endorse the direction and governance that the administration is currently taking.
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