Rappler's latest stories on political clan
More 'dangers' if federalism pursued before anti-dynasty law, says Robredo
Vice President Leni Robredo says the absence of an anti-dynasty law under a federal system may lead to the emergence of 'fiefdoms' nationwide

What bills have been refiled in the 17th Congress?
Lawmakers in the 17th Congress refile bills that languished in the past including measures pushing for freedom of information ending political dynasties and increasing the pension for SSS members

Southern Leyte Gov Mercado: 'We're 100% Roxas-Robredo'
The Liberal Party provincial chairman reiterates his support for the administration tandem as he debunks reports that his clan has endorsed another vice presidential candidate

2016 party-list nominees: Taking a 'shortcut' to Congress?
While there have been nominees from marginalized sectors some individuals and groups have taken advantage of a loophole to join the party list

Candidates in new Davao Occidental province come from one family
The political clan of the Bautistas extends from Davao del Sur to the province newly carved out of it

#AnimatED: Congress should pass anti-dynasty bill
The Philippines cannot afford to miss this opportunity to reform its dinosaur politics

Aquino: It's time to pass anti-dynasty law
Lawmakers have no clear definition of what constitutes a political dynasty But Aquino himself has relatives in public office including his first cousin Senator Bam Aquino

Moro power and the MILF
Will the MILF led movement eventually replace the clans and truly democratize Muslim Mindanao?

Gordon, homegrown Senate bets win in Zambales
Gordon topped the senatorial polls in his home province of Zambales where 3 other senatorial hopefuls Mitos Magsaysay Ramon Magsaysay Jr JC delos Reyes hail from