1986 Snap Elections

The 1986 snap elections in the Philippines were called unexpectedly by President Corazon Aquino, primarily to strengthen her political support amid ongoing conflicts with coup supporters and political opponents. Held in February 1986, these elections aimed to legitimize her government and secure a majority in Congress. Despite being called quickly, they resulted in a significant victory for her party, the Liberal Party, helping consolidate her leadership after the fall of Ferdinand Marcos. The elections marked a pivotal step in restoring democracy following the People Power Revolution that ousted Marcos earlier that year.