Lawmakers on Saturday said the high trust and performance ratings Speaker Ferdinand Martin G. Romualdez received in the most recent OCTA Research survey were expected, emphasizing that they have a “very hard-working Congress.”
House Assistant Majority Leaders Amparo Maria Zamora of Taguig City, Paolo Ortega of La Union, and Jay Khonghun of Zambales all agreed that the latest survey reflects Speaker Romualdez’s well-deserved high trust and performance ratings, attributing them to his work ethic, commitment, and effective leadership.
Zamora stated that Speaker Romualdez’s dedication to his role and diligent approach have been vital in driving the House of Representatives productivity and in earning the Filipino people’s trust.
“Speaker Romualdez is a true workaholic who never stops striving to improve the legislative process,” Zamora remarked.
“Sa dami ng trabaho sa Kongreso, siya ang nangunguna at tila walang kapaguran (He works very hard in Congress and never get tired). The Speaker’s dedication inspires us all to work harder and deliver more for our constituents,” Zamora added.
Ortega echoed Zamora’s sentiments, noting that Speaker Romualdez’s strong work ethic is evident in his consistent engagement with lawmakers and citizens.
“He’s very hardworking. Alam niya ang kailangan ng bawat distrito, kaya naman mataas ang tiwala ng tao sa kanya (He knows very well the needs of every district and so he enjoys a high trust rating). People trust him because they see how much he invests in understanding and addressing their needs,” Ortega said.
The recent survey by OCTA Research revealed that Speaker Romualdez has an overall trust rating of 61 percent and a performance rating of 62 percent.
Khonghun added that these ratings reflect the Speaker’s success in establishing an efficient legislative process and empowering his colleagues.
“We are led by someone who values hard work and leads by example…The people see this, and that’s why they trust him,” Khonghun stated.
Zamora further highlighted how Romualdez’s tireless dedication has translated into a productive House, saying, “The trust that people have in him reflects their belief in a functional and results-driven House of Representatives.”
According to Ortega, the Speaker’s dynamic approach has uplifted lawmakers’ morale and drive meaningful progress in legislation.
“Our productivity in the House is proof of his competent leadership. Speaker Romualdez has established an effective legislative process and selected leaders to ensure its success. Because of this, the people’s trust continues to grow,” Ortega explained.
Khonghun also praised Romualdez for fostering a collaborative environment within the House.
“He doesn’t just work hard; he ensures we’re all on the same page to deliver the best results. That’s why people feel confident in our leadership,” Khonghun added.
