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Missouri’s New Constitution Rule | Tulsa News
Missouri voters face a pivotal choice: a new amendment that would make it nearly impossible to change the state constitution through citizen initiatives, requiring approval in all eight congressional districts instead of a simple statewide majority. Supporters say it ensures broad consensus, while critics warn it’s a power grab by lawmakers to stifle direct democracy. Already, Missouri voters have used the initiative process to legalize marijuana, expand Medicaid, and protect abortion rights — all with less than 53% support. A counter-movement is already forming to protect the initiative…
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