Concerns Over U.S. Election Integrity Grow

Political dynasties have long dominated Philippine politics, with families like the Marcoses and Dutertes maintaining significant influence across generations. As the country prepares for the 2025 elections, nearly 70 million voters will choose from familiar names, often entrenched in power since the democratic restoration post-1986. In the U.S., a surge of misinformation threatens the integrity of the upcoming election, with voters expressing greater concern over falsehoods spread by politicians than AI-generated content or foreign interference. Notably, a survey indicates that over half of Americans view misleading statements from politicians as the primary source of misinformation. Meanwhile, allegations of election fraud in Michigan have surfaced, with a data analyst filing a lawsuit against state officials for failing to uphold election integrity standards. Advocates like Harri Hursti call for greater transparency and independent auditing to restore trust in the electoral process.