Article 64(4). A high threshold in a proportional representation election makes it desirable for electors to have an idea which parties are likely to pass the threshold and which are not, in order to avoid wasting votes. Reputable public opinion polls conducted according to scientific standards provide such information and WAPOR (World Association of Public Opinion Research) is therefore justified in arguing against a ban. Moreover, a ban encourages rumours about “secret” polls, which may be non-existent, falsely reported or mis-reported.
