5 Thesis Topics on Political Leadership and Good Governance

Source: GMA News Online

Let me convince you to make this a thesis.

Vico Sotto just did what most politicians would never dare to do. He gave up the future to focus on the now. No games. No calculations. Just service. With three years left as Pasig’s mayor, he told the public he’s not running for anything in 2028. Not senator. Not VP. Not president. Nothing. Because he wants to be free. Free to work. Free to clean up. Free to call out the mess.

This move is not just rare. It’s radical. It shows what’s really wrong. Our political system pushes leaders to think about the next seat, not the next solution. And when someone finally breaks that cycle, it exposes a brutal truth. Most public officials are trapped. They make deals. They stay silent. They compromise. Not because they want to. But because they need the machine to win again. Vico is walking away from that. So why aren’t we asking: what kind of system makes real reform impossible without personal sacrifice?

Who Can Use These Topics

This research is ideal for students and professionals pursuing the following courses or strands:

College Programs:

• Political Science

• Public Administration

• Communication

• Sociology

• Development Studies

Senior High School Strands:

• HUMSS

• ABM

• GAS

5 Thesis Topic Ideas

1.The Impact of Early Non-Candidacy Announcements on Public Trust in Local Government Officials

Explores whether declaring early retirement from politics increases constituents’ trust and support.

Target Respondents

• City residents

• Youth voters

• Local political analysts

2.The Relationship Between Political Independence and Policy Implementation in Local Government Units

Studies how freedom from future elections influences decision-making and reform strategies.

Target Respondents

• Local government staff

• Policy experts

• Civic groups

3.Public Perception of Accountability vs. Unity Messaging

in Political Leadership

Examines how citizens respond to calls for peace and cooperation alongside demands for justice.

Target Respondents

• Barangay leaders

• Community members

• Advocacy organizations

4.Effects of Political Non-Continuation on Governance Focus

and Performance

Assesses whether not running again leads to more fearless or effective governance actions.

Target Respondents

• City hall department heads

• NGO partners

• Urban planners

5.Citizen Engagement in Cities with Transparent Political Leadership

Looks into whether honesty about political intentions drives more active civic participation.

Target Respondents

• Youth groups

• Civic volunteers

• Pasig-based community organizers

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