That is in accordance with the Christian image of man. Those who occupy political office need limitations of their power and controls. Only a democratic state under rule of law provides this. This has been proven once again - this time with the support of alert citizens and the media who informed them. Even the interest in circulation figures doesn't make unpalatable truths untrue.
Democracy demands secret and free elections.
However, secret and uncontrolled financial influences must be excluded. Therefore the constitutional and legally required necessity of laying open the financial circumstances of the parties is not just a mere formality, but an elementary functional requirement of a free democracy. The investigation of illegal financial practices is therefore necessary not merely for reasons of complying with the law. This matter must be cleared up despite the standing of the persons involved. But it must take place in a climate in which those who want to take part in the investigation should themselves be accountable - to themselves, their party colleagues, political rivals and the public.