Revilla dynasty dominates in 2025 polls in Cavite, other families thrive

Rappler reporter Dwight de Leon articulates how political families, as expected, dominated the 2025 polls in the Philippines’ most vote-rich province

Senator Bong Revilla may have failed in his 2025 reelection bid, but his family has tightened its hold on Cavite.

They’re not alone. In a local election cycle marked by the absence of major showdowns, other powerful clans — the Remullas, Tolentinos, Barzagas, and more — have maintained their strongholds.

Rappler reporter Dwight de Leon breaks down how political families dominated the 2025 elections in the Philippines’ most vote-rich province. – Rappler.com