Explore an insightful dive into the intricacies of party politics with the 'Political Parties and Democracy in Theoretical and Practical Perspectives' series, presented by The National Democratic Institute (NDI). This resource offers a comprehensive look into pivotal areas like party law, candidate selection, and party finance. Compiled from both scholarly studies and real-world party experiences, it illuminates challenges faced by parties and suggests potential strategies for fostering more inclusive and effective political organizations. This paper discusses key issues that political parties may want to consider in selecting candidates for legislative office. It provides case studies with overviews of the practical experiences of 10 political parties around the world in candidate selection.