1953 Philippine Presidential Election
November 10, 1953 · The Third Republic
Carlos P. Garcia won with 62.90% against José Yulo on 37.10%. Turnout 77.2%.
Held in wartime. This election took place while the country was engaged in Korean War [ 9 ] (1950–1953). Conflicts →
President before
Elpidio Quirino
Liberal
Elected President
Ramon Magsaysay
Nacionalista
Winning share
62.9%
Turnout
77.2%
The result
| Carlos P. Garcia | Nacionalista Party | 2,515,265 | 62.90% |
| José Yulo | Liberal Party | 1,483,802 | 37.10% |