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"Every citizen has the right to take part in the conduct of public affairs, including the right to stand for elected office, to participate in the formulation of policies affecting their welfare, and to have equal access to all levels of public service and employment in public functions, including serving in the police and military, without discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity. "

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ICJ: Yogyakarta Principles: Principles on the application of international human rights law in relation to sexual orientation and gender identity, prin. 25

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Yogyakarta Principles: Principles on the application of international human rights law in relation to sexual orientation and gender identity

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Every citizen has the right to be elected.
Everyone has the right to participate in the public affairs of his/her country.