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direct democracy  

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  • Direct democracy is the process by which voters utilize a petition to place proposed laws or constitutional amendments on the ballot, cast a ballot for or against previously enacted legislation, or seek to remove a government officeholder. These actions are effected through the use of the initiative, referendum, and recall, respectively. [Source: Political Encyclopedia of U.S. States and Regions; Direct Democracy]

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