"The Insular, provincial, and municipal governments of the
Philippines rest on the free and peaceful suffrage of the
people. The people elect members of the Insular legislature,
provincial governors, members of the provincial boards, municipal
presidents, and members of the municipal councils. Interest in
the elections is widespread and election day passes without any
serious disturbances. There was a general, quiet acceptance by
the minority of the results of the popular vote. * * *