English: According to the independent senator, a yearly budget means the Comelec cannot prepare for midterm elections two years from now. "It's very difficult to finish." he said.
Filipino: Ayon sa independent senator, ang taunang budget kasi ay nangangahulugang hindi makapaghanda ang Comelec para sa midterm elections dalawang taon mula ngayon. "It's very difficult to finish." wika niya.