Querubin advocates scholarships for eldest children in families

Senatorial candidates are actively campaigning as the May 2025 elections approach. Retired Marine Colonel Ariel Querubin is focusing on educational reforms, particularly advocating for scholarships for the eldest child in every family. Querubin believes that education should receive the largest part of the national budget. He emphasized that the education budget should not be cut. He plans to create a State Scholar Council to ensure his "Panganay Scholar" program runs smoothly and transparently. Meanwhile, independent candidate Norman Marquez is promoting changes to the Animal Welfare Act. In a recent Facebook post, he mentioned that the changes would remove unfair requirements for pet owners who have more than ten pets. These requirements included mandatory registration and financial documentation, which could lead to penalties or detention for noncompliance. Marquez noted that his suggestions for stricter penalties for animal cruelty have not yet been included in the new amendments. Other candidates are also on the campaign trail. Angelo de Alban visited markets in Manila, while Roberto Ballon campaigned in Santa Fe, Nueva Vizcaya. Candidate Roy Cabonegro is using social media to seek donations for his campaign efforts.