Fairness and Transparency in Elections

That controlled transparency, with selective disclosure of information, can better maintain order even at the expense of complete fairness.

That ensuring equal opportunity for all candidates, coupled with open public scrutiny throughout the electoral process, is fundamental to democratic legitimacy.

That opaque electoral procedures combined with minimal oversight can strengthen state authority and administrative efficiency.

That occasional lapses in fairness are acceptable if they secure long-term strategic advantages for the incumbent government.