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The Department of Interior and Local Government (DILG) Secretary Eduardo Año is reminding voters to be vigilant against corrupt politicians in the upcoming 2019 midterm elections. This warning was issued during an anti-corruption national summit.
President Rodrigo Duterte's administration is strongly committed to eradicating corruption. The upcoming election provides an opportunity to elect new leaders who are not corrupt.
Voters are urged not to sell their votes, as this is a form of corruption. They are also advised not to vote for corrupt leaders or those involved in illegal drugs, as this ultimately corrupts the body and soul of the Filipino people.
The DILG is collaborating with the Philippine Drug Enforcement Agency (PDEA) and the Dangerous Drugs Board to release a list of officials with drug links. PDEA Director General Aaron Aquino stated that around 200 officials have already undergone validation and more will be validated soon.
The DILG emphasizes the need for voters to choose leaders carefully to ensure a clean and honest government.