| Sample ballots and leaflets here displayed by supporters of rival candidates at voting centers in Tabunok Central School in Talisay City, show, along with streamers and posters, that barangay and SK elections are increasingly becoming much like the main election contests. (Sun.Star Cebu/Alex Badayos) |
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MANILA -- Gunmen killed at least three candidates and a follower during the twin elections Monday across the Philippines, officials said.
National Police Chief Avelino Razon Jr. however said that except for some isolated incidents in some parts of the country, the synchronized barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) elections Monday were generally peaceful.
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