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"The rationale for public funding of political parties and election expenses is usually linked to the desirability of establishing, as far as possible, a ‘level playing field.’"

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IPU: Free and Fair Elections: International Law and Practice, p. 141

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Free and Fair Elections: International Law and Practice

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The formula for the distribution of state support to to candidates and political parties should be objective, fair, and reasonable.