A new survey from OCTA Research shows that a majority of Filipinos support an impeachment trial for VP Sara Duterte. The Tugon ng Masa survey, conducted from March 19 to 25, found that 69% of adult Filipinos believe that VP Sara Duterte should face a trial to answer the allegations against her.
On the other hand, 28% of respondents disagreed with the idea, while 3% said they were still undecided. The results show that more Filipinos want the issue to be addressed through a formal process.
High awareness among Filipinos
Courtesy: OCTA Research
The survey also revealed that many Filipinos are already aware of the impeachment case involving VP Sara Duterte. Here are the key findings on awareness
- 87% of respondents are aware of the impeachment case
- 12% said they are not aware
- 1% are still undecided
This shows that the issue has reached a large number of people across the country, making it an important national topic.
Support varies by region
Support for the impeachment trial of VP Sara Duterte differs depending on the region. Some areas showed stronger support than others. Here is the regional breakdown:
- Visayas has the highest support at 83%
- National Capital Region follows with 81%
- Balance Luzon records 69% support
- Mindanao has the lowest support at 61%
Mindanao also showed the highest opposition at 38%, which is higher compared to other regions.
Support across different groups
The survey also looked at support based on different sectors of society. Results show that support for the impeachment trial of VP Sara Duterte is present across various groups. In terms of social class, most groups support the trial, although support is lower in Class E at 54%.
When it comes to age groups:
- Ages 18 to 24 show the highest support at 77%
- Ages 35 to 44 follow at 73%
- Ages 45 to 54 show lower support at 60%
This indicates that younger Filipinos are more supportive of the impeachment process compared to older groups.
Urban vs rural and gender results
The survey also compared responses from urban and rural areas.
- Rural areas show higher support at 75%
- Urban areas show 63% support
This suggests that people in rural communities are more supportive of the impeachment trial of VP Sara Duterte. In terms of gender:
- Female respondents show 70% support
- Male respondents show 68% support
While the difference is small, women appear to be slightly more supportive of the trial.
Survey details and reliability
The OCTA survey included 1,200 respondents aged 18 and above. Interviews were conducted face-to-face to ensure accuracy of responses.
The survey has a margin of error of ±3% at a 95% confidence level. For specific regions like Metro Manila, Balance Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, the margin of error is ±6%.
These figures show that the survey provides a reliable snapshot of public opinion regarding the impeachment trial of VP Sara Duterte.
What the results mean
The results of the survey show that many Filipinos believe that the allegations against VP Sara Duterte should be addressed through a proper legal process.
The strong support across different regions, age groups, and sectors indicates that the issue is important to the public. At the same time, the presence of opposition shows that opinions are still divided.
The data also highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in government, as more citizens want issues to be resolved through official channels.
Conclusion
The OCTA survey clearly shows that a majority of Filipinos support an impeachment trial for VP Sara Duterte, with strong awareness and participation across the country. While opinions vary depending on region and group, the overall result reflects a growing public interest in accountability and due process.
As the issue continues to develop, it remains important for the public to stay informed and engaged in national matters. For more updates and news, stay connected with Metro Balita Ph.
