MANILA, Philippines — It is a manifestation of democracy.
This is how Commission on Elections spokesperson James Jimenez explained on Tuesday why numerous hopefuls file their certificates of candidacy (COC) for the positions of president, vice president and senator.
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In this video, Jimenez discusses how the poll body will distinguish between nuisance and legitimate candidates. He also let slip that the filing of COC may stand for "Clash of Clans," the popular mobile strategy game.
Video by Philstar.com / Efigenio Toledo IV
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