Democratic Party of the Philippines
The Democratic Party of the Philippines is a center-right, populist political party in the Philippines founded in 2010 by Dr. Ernesto G. Ramos. It seeks to be an alternative to traditional politics.
Democratic Party of the Philippines Partido Demokratiko ng Pilipinas - Reporma Pilipinas | |
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| President | Baldomero Falcone |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Headquarters | Manila |
| Ideology | Popular democracy Anti-communism Populism |
| Political position | Centre-right |
| Colors | Blue |
| Seats in the Senate | 0 / 24 |
| Seats in the House of Representatives | 0 / 316 |
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| DPP.org.ph | |
History
The party was established in 2010 by Ernesto G. Ramos, aiming to have a party that is an alternative to traditional politics.
2013 general election
In the 2013 general elections, the party fielded Greco Belgica, Baldomero Falcone and Christian Señeres as its candidates for the senate. All three candidates failed to secure a seat.
2022 Philippine presidential election
In the 2022 Philippine presidential election, Jose Montemayor Jr. ran unsuccessfully for president under the party's banner with Rizalito David as his running mate.
Electoral performance
President
| Election | Candidate | Number of votes | Share of votes | Outcome of election |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Jose Montemayor Jr. | 60,592 | 0.11% | Lost |
Vice president
| Election | Candidate | Number of votes | Share of votes | Outcome of election |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Rizalito David | 56,711 | 0.11% | Lost |
Senate
| Election | Number of votes | Share of votes | Seats won | Seats after | Outcome of election |
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| 2013 | 2,500,967 | 0.84% | 0 / 12 |
0 / 24 |
Lost |
| 2016 | Did not participate | ||||
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| 2022 | 400,138 | 0.09% | 0 / 12 |
0 / 24 |
Lost |
House of Representatives
| Election | Number of votes | Share of votes | Seats | Outcome of election |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 1,071 | 0.00% | 0 / 293 |
Lost |
| 2016 | Did not participate | |||
| 2019 | 1,110 | 0.00% | 0 / 304 |
Lost |
| 2022 | Did not participate | |||
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| House of Representatives (316) |
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