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Paragraph 50
 

Firstly, Article 76 par. 1 allows use of administrative resources for campaign purposes – that is, the provision allows use of state-funded buildings, communication means, and vehicles provided that equal access is given to all election subjects. On the face of it, this provision appears to adhere to the equal opportunity principle. However, this provision could not be workable in practice due to easier access of the ruling party to various facilities and resources such as telephones, computers, vehicles, etc. Moreover, paragraph 2 of Article 76 allows public servants to use their official vehicles for purposes of campaigning.