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The Globe Quiz on California Direct Democracy

April 15, 2023 7:16 amApril 15, 2023 7:21 am

This quiz is to test your knowledge about California’s forms of direct democracy. True or False? The three forms of direct democracy are initiative, referendum, and recall. An initiative in California can enact changes to statutes or the state Constitution. A...

Direct Democracy Statutes and Cases Interpreting Them

June 10, 2019 6:28 amJune 10, 2019 7:14 am

The California Elections Code provides for aspects of direct democracy in this state. There have been many court decisions interpreting key provisions of the Elections Code. The following cases highlight some of the main decisions interpreting these statutory provisions. Initiatives...