SAN FRANCISCO, Agusan del Sur — Amid growing public outrage over massive corruption in the national government, Tandag Bishop Raul Dael says some Filipinos are now in a “critical moment of change” — one where voters are increasingly ready to elect honest leaders without the influence of money politics. Dael pointed to Barobo town’s recent mayoral race as a powerful example of clean and honest elections prevailing. Barobo Mayor Ronnie Martizano, running under Team Gugma Surigao del Sur, pulled off a stunning upset in the May 12, 2025 local polls — defeating administration-backed rival Dondon Patidongan by just 46 votes. […]... Keep on reading: Tandag bishop says Filipino voters now in `critical moment of change'