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T. Askali, S. (2025). Analysis of community constituents’ view on political will in governance in the Philippines. Environment and Social Psychology, 10(5), ESP-3453. https://doi.org/10.59429/esp.v10i5.3453
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Analysis of community constituents’ view on political will in governance in the Philippines

Sermahal T. Askali

College of Humanities, Social Sciences and Communication, Basilan State College, Isabela, City, Basilan, 7300,Philippines


DOI: https://doi.org/10.59429/esp.v10i5.3453


Keywords: political will; governance, community constituents; public trust; civic engagement; media influence; spiral of silence; Philippines


Abstract

Political will in governance significantly shapes public trust, civic engagement, and policy outcomes. This study explores the perspectives of community constituents in the Philippines regarding the demonstration and consistency of political will in addressing public concerns. The main objective is to understand how citizens perceive political commitment and integrity in governance practices, and what factors influence trust and expectations. Using an exploratory qualitative design, data were collected through in-depth interviews with 25 respondents representing diverse communities. Findings reveal that political will is often perceived as inconsistent, influenced by electoral cycles, media narratives, and bureaucratic constraints. The study also applies the Psychological Reactance Theory and the Spiral of Silence Theory to explain public responses to broken political commitments and dominant media discourses. These insights highlight the need for sustained leadership integrity and participatory governance.


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