In some cases, there is a controversial debate as to whether voters should be allowed to sign the nomination papers of more than one candidate. Endorsing a candidate’s or party’s efforts to stand for election, however, is not the same as voting for that candidate or party. It rather strengthens the pluralistic nature of elections. Thus, it is in line with international good practices that a voter can sign in support of more than one candidate. Otherwise, political pluralism might be limited and voters’ privacy might be affected, as authorities would have the possibility to check their political affiliation (which might have a dissuasive and intimidating effect on voters).