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 votes
62.90%
share
José Yulo
Liberal Party · 1,483,802 votes
37.10%
share