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"So, on the one hand, some kind of state regulation of the inner workings of political parties may be acceptable. But, on the other hand, it is in principle acceptable that state interference is limited to “requirements for parties to be transparent in their decision-making and to seek input from their membership when determining party constitutions and candidates”."

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OSCE (ODIHR), CoE (Venice Commission): Guidelines on Political Party Regulation, Second Edition, para. 155

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Guidelines on Political Party Regulation, Second Edition

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While some regulation to foster transparency and democratic practices by political parties may be acceptable, parties should generally be free to determine their internal policies.