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Definition of Political Party. - Political party, or simply party, when used in this Code, means an organized group of persons pursuing the same political ideals in a Government and includes its branches and divisions. To acquire juridical personality it shall be duly registered with the Commission.
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Candidates and Eligibility of Candidates
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