Sen. Bong Go rises to second spot in latest SWS survey
MANILA, Philippines – Senator Christopher “Bong” Go has climbed further to second place in the latest Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey on voter preferences for the 2025 senatorial elections, securing 38% support in the February 15-19 poll.
This marks a steady rise from his ranking in January, where he placed between third and fourth with 37%, and in December 2024, when he held the same bracket with 32%.
Expressing gratitude for the public’s trust, Go reaffirmed his commitment to service.
“Taus-puso ang aking pasasalamat sa patuloy na suporta at tiwala ninyo sa aking pagseserbisyo,” he said.
Article continues after this advertisementGo’s strong showing extends across multiple surveys.
Article continues after this advertisementIn Pulse Asia’s January 18-25 poll, he ranked 2nd to 3rd with 50.4% voter backing.
Meanwhile, in the SWS survey conducted around the same period, he placed 3rd to 4th.
The OCTA Research Tugon ng Masa poll from January 25-31 saw him securing 58% voter preference, ranking within the statistical top three.
With a potential second term on the horizon, Go vowed to double down on his advocacy for the marginalized.
“Kung papalarin at mabibigyan ako ng bagong pagkakataong maglingkod sa bayan at maging representante ninyo sa Senado, lalo kong sisipagan ang pagseserbisyo sa kapwa ko Pilipino sa abot ng aking makakaya,” he said.
Go’s legislative track record has reinforced his reputation as a public servant dedicated to improving essential services, particularly in health and social welfare.
“Sipag, malasakit at more serbisyo ang maiaalay ko sa inyo dahil bisyo ko ang magserbisyo at naniniwala ako na ang serbisyo sa tao ay serbisyo sa Diyos,” he added.
As chairperson of the Senate Committee on Health and Demography, he continues to advocate for better healthcare access, particularly for indigent and underserved communities.
Malasakit Centers
He is the principal author and sponsor of Republic Act No. 11463, or the Malasakit Centers Act of 2019, which institutionalized Malasakit Centers nationwide.
These one-stop shops streamline access to medical assistance programs, especially for indigent patients.
Currently, 167 Malasakit Centers operate across the country, benefiting over 17 million Filipinos, according to data from the Department of Health.
Go also championed the establishment of more Super Health Centers nationwide to decongest hospitals by offering primary healthcare, consultations, and early detection services at the community level.
More than 700 Super Health Centers have been funded through collaborative efforts involving Go as Vice Chair of the Senate Finance Committee, the DOH, local government units, and fellow lawmakers.
Additionally, he is one of the principal authors of RA 11959, or the Regional Specialty Centers Act, which aims to decentralize specialized healthcare by establishing specialty centers in every DOH-run regional hospital.
PhilHealth reforms
Recently, Go has pushed for PhilHealth reforms, advocating for a significant increase in benefit packages for the ten leading mortality diseases, a 50% across-the-board increase in case rates, and the expansion of benefit coverage to include dental, preventive, emergency, outpatient drug, mental health, and optometric services.
He also called for the removal of policies deemed anti-poor, such as the 24-hour confinement rule and the single-period-of-confinement policy.
Go has also been vocal about creating a Center for Disease Control and Prevention and establishing a Virology Science and Technology Institute to strengthen the country’s pandemic preparedness.
He continues to champion the welfare of healthcare workers.
On education, he acknowledges the impact of the Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act, signed during the Duterte administration, but seeks to expand the coverage of the Tertiary Education Subsidy to assist more students.
“Edukasyon ang susi sa mas magandang kinabukasan para sa ating kabataan na pag-asa at future leaders ng ating bayan,” he said.
As chairperson of the Senate Committee on Youth, Go actively pushes for policies that empower the younger generation, foster their participation in nation-building, and equip them to be productive citizens.
He co-authored and co-sponsored several key education laws, including RA 12077, or the Student Loan Payment Moratorium During Disasters and Emergencies Act; RA 11510, which institutionalizes the Alternative Learning System (ALS) to improve education access for underserved communities; RA 11984, or the No Permit, No Exam Prohibition Act, which prevents schools from barring students from taking exams due to unpaid fees; RA 12006, or the Free College Entrance Examinations Act, which waives entrance exam fees for top-performing students in private higher educational institutions; RA 11997, or the Kabalikat sa Pagtuturo Act, which increases teaching supply allowances for public school teachers; and RA 12080, or the Basic Education Mental Health and Well-Being Promotion Act, which seeks to address the growing mental health crisis among students.
Sports development
As chairperson of the Senate Committee on Sports since 2019, Go has played a key role in shaping Philippine sports development.
His tenure saw the country’s historic first Olympic gold medal wins, the successful hosting of the 2019 Southeast Asian Games, and consistently strong performances by Filipino athletes in international competitions.
He also authored and co-sponsored RA 11470, which established the National Academy of Sports in New Clark City, Capas, Tarlac.
Go continues to advocate for increased funding for sports programs to enhance athlete training, preparation, and international competitiveness.
He also supports grassroots sports development to nurture young talents.
“As I always remind our youth, get into sports, stay away from illegal drugs to keep us healthy and fit!” he said.
Senator Go reaffirmed his commitment to his compassionate brand of public service, particularly in health, agriculture, employment, housing, education, youth, and sports.
“Ako po ang inyong Senator Kuya Bong Go, bukas ang aking opisina para sa inyong lahat. Ako po’y patuloy na magtatrabaho at magseserbisyo sa inyo sa abot ng aking makakaya. Pasalamatan natin ang Panginoon sa buhay na binigay niya sa atin. At maraming salamat rin po sa pagkakataon na ibinigay ninyo sa akin na makapagserbisyo sa inyo,” he said.
