The Philippines has yet to pass a “fake news” law, even as other nations in Southeast Asia have pressed ahead with legislation to deter misinformation
Ressa said Marcos Jr.’s popularity stemmed from such disinformation campaigns that started in 2014, which dovetailed with his clan’s push to rehabilitate their image on the national level
Marcos Jr. is in a rematch with Robredo, who has has attracted some of the biggest pre-election crowds in decades in recent weeks