A legal ban on party access to social media is constitutionally problematic; transparency and regulation are required.
The increasing use of social media by political parties raises complex constitutional questions, particularly in the tension between democratic opinion-making, fundamental rights, and regulatory challenges. Against the backdrop of repeated violations of existing party advertising regulations – such as the use of microtargeting or the misuse of public funds – the question arises as to whether a legal ban on party access to these platforms could be constitutionally designed. The following analyses illuminate the relevant constitutional frameworks, practical conflicts, and possible limits of state regulation.
Constitutional Status of Political Parties and Their Role in Social Media
Constitutional Anchoring of Party Functions
Political parties enjoy a special constitutional status as
