Dictator’s Son, Rights Lawyer Vie For Philippine Presidency

If Ferdinand Marcos Jr. triumphs, it will be a stunning reversal of the 1986 pro-democracy uprising that booted his father out of office.

More than three decades after a largely peaceful "People Power" revolt overthrew Philippine dictator Ferdinand Marcos, his son and namesake has emerged as the top contender in Monday's presidential election based on most voter-preference surveys.

Here are some key facts about the major issues, the leading candidates and election concerns:

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