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Missouri Voters Lose Ballot Fight | Durham News
Missouri voters won’t get a say this November on a sweeping citizen-led law proposal, as a Cole County judge blocked it—calling it unconstitutional for overreaching and undermining the state’s republican form of government. The measure, backed by Respect Missouri Voters, aimed to dramatically strengthen direct democracy by making it nearly impossible for lawmakers to undo or amend voter-approved laws, requiring 80% legislative approval for any changes—and even preventing future restrictions on ballot initiatives. Though seen as a pushback against a recent failed amendment that weakened…
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