A campaign video of aspiring senator Rodante Marcoleta has recently gone viral after he made a bold promise to provide free electricity to Filipino households consuming ₱2,000 or less per month. The speech, which quickly made rounds on social media, has gained the attention of many voters who are hoping for relief from rising utility costs.
In his campaign message, Marcoleta emphasized that low-income households should not have to worry about electricity bills, saying this initiative would help millions of Filipinos struggling with inflation. “Those who consume ₱2,000 or below will pay zero,” Marcoleta declared in his speech, drawing cheers from the audience.
The promise has sparked both hope and skepticism among the public. Some netizens recall similar campaign pledges in the past, such as that of former senator Juan Ponce Enrile, who also vowed to lower electricity costs but failed to deliver once in office. Critics are now questioning whether Marcoleta’s pledge is realistic or simply another campaign tactic aimed at winning votes.
Observers noted that Marcoleta’s controversial political history is also drawing mixed reactions. He was among the lawmakers who voted against the franchise renewal of ABS-CBN, a move that led to the network’s shutdown in 2020. This decision has left a lasting impression on many Filipinos, influencing their perception of his current campaign.
Despite the doubts, Marcoleta appears to be gaining traction in early, partial, unofficial results. His alliance with the Duterte political camp has also raised concerns among certain sectors, who fear that his victory could strengthen the influence of the former president’s allies in the Senate.
Nevertheless, many Filipinos are still hopeful that Marcoleta will fulfill his promise if elected. For them, the idea of free electricity for low-income earners is a game-changer, especially amid economic hardships. However, others warn that if such a bold promise is not fulfilled, it could damage his political career in the same way that President Bongbong Marcos’ ₱20-per-kilo rice promise continues to haunt his administration.
May pa libreng Kuryente pla SI Marcoleta kaya madaming nabudol,😂😂😂 Wala ng bayad pag less the 2k Ang kuryente bahala ung tagapag tanggol ng China dyan. pic.twitter.com/6jqNb1E0nP
— TagamasidNgBayan (@MadelVilla3054) May 13, 2025
As the election approaches, Marcoleta’s viral campaign promise remains one of the most talked-about topics online, stirring both optimism and caution among voters.