The Makabayan Coalition formally introduced its 10 senatorial candidates for the 2025 election in a program at Liwasang Bonifacio, Manila City on August 26. It was held to coincide with Heroes’ Day.

The introduction highlighted various people’s issues and interests of ordinary citizens. The coalition said it is fully determined to challenge the election dominated by factions of the ruling class. They chanted: Bring the People into the Senate!

The Makabayan candidates for the senate are as follows:

Various progressive and democratic organizations expressed their support for Makabayan’s announcement. They also expressed their willingness to campaign as much as they can for these candidates. Makabayan said this announcement is an important chapter in the direction taken by the coalition, as it continues to mobilize the people towards the politics of change.