Comelec invites TV contestant for youth voter education

The Commission on Elections (Comelec) in the Philippines has invited a TV show contestant, Heart Aquino, for a tour after she admitted to having limited knowledge about the agency. This follows her appearance on "It's Showtime," where her lack of awareness sparked public concern. Comelec Chair George Garcia acknowledged the need for better outreach to young voters. He emphasized the importance of educating the youth about the Comelec's role in ensuring fair elections, especially with three upcoming elections this year. Garcia stated that the meeting with Aquino aims to understand why many young Filipinos are unfamiliar with the Comelec. He views this as an opportunity to improve voter education and engagement among the youth.