Suffrage and Elections in the Philippines

Study Notes

Suffrage

Definition: The right to vote in public, political elections.
Philippines Suffrage Qualification: All citizens of the Philippines, aged 18 years or older, are qualified to vote.

Plebiscite

Definition: A direct vote by the electorate on a proposed law or constitutional amendment.

Method of Recall

Definition: A procedure by which an elected official can be removed from office before the end of their term, through a vote by the electorate.

Principle of 'One man one vote'

Definition: The idea that every individual has an equal voice in the electoral process, regardless of their social status, wealth, or other factors.

Absolute Freedom vs. Limited Freedom

Key Difference: Absolute Freedom implies the ability to do anything, without any restrictions. Limited Freedom recognizes that individual freedoms must be balanced with the rights and freedoms of others, as well as the need for order and security within society.
Why is man's freedom limited? Human beings are social creatures and live in communities where individual freedoms must be balanced with the need for order and security, to ensure the well-being of the entire community.
Why are God's actions always considered good? God is considered morally perfect, and therefore, His actions are always considered good, as they are aligned with absolute goodness and truth.
Primary limitation of Limited Freedom: The freedom of one person ends where the freedom of another begins.
Lower Animals vs Humans: Lower animals are guided by instinct and cannot comprehend the principles of freedom, while humans have the capacity to reason and choose their actions, making them subject to the limitations of freedom.

Description

This quiz covers the concept of suffrage, the right and obligation to vote in elections for public officers in the Philippines. It also discusses views on suffrage as a privilege and the qualifications for exercising suffrage.