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Public perception of Ramil Madriaga shifted significantly after April 14, with more people viewing him as a credible witness, according to a social listening report by Insightspedia.

The study, which used data from YouScan, analyzed opinionated online discussions to compare how Madriaga’s credibility was viewed before and after the key date.

Split opinion early on

Before April 14, public sentiment was relatively divided.

Around 56% of evaluative mentions considered Madriaga credible, while 44% expressed skepticism—reflecting uncertainty typical of developing narratives where information is still unfolding.

Credibility rises after April 14

After April 14, perceptions shifted more clearly in his favor.

Credible mentions rose to 72%, while those expressing doubt dropped to 28%. The report suggests that new developments or added context may have influenced how people assessed his reliability.

Shift in perception, not proof

The 16-point increase in credibility marks a significant change in discourse, according to the study.

However, the report emphasized that the findings reflect opinionated mentions only, excluding neutral or purely factual posts. It does not confirm the accuracy of claims, nor does it represent the views of the entire public.

Key takeaway

Overall, the data shows a clear trend: among those expressing opinions online, a growing majority now view Madriaga as a credible witness.

Still, the study underscores that shifting perception is not the same as verified truth, but rather an indication of how public sentiment continues to evolve.