Some states allow voters to propose constitutional amendments. Which choice best describes the process by which a voter can get an amendment change proposal to a ballot?

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shadowfiend · Answer

What are the choices?

(Hint: if one is `referendum', that's probably the one.)

anonymous · Answer

A.A voter can address the state legislature with their proposal. A special committee is set up to research the proposal. If all of the committee members agree to the proposal, it is placed on a ballot for voters to decide on it.
B.A voter can write a letter to their state representative. The state representative then appeals to the state legislature to have the issue put on a ballot for voters to decide on it.
C.Voters simply add their proposal to the ballot on election day.
D.Voters sign petitions in favor of a proposal to amend the constitution. The proposal goes to the ballot for approval by voters

shadowfiend · Answer

Generally speaking (for example, in California), D is the approach. It's usually called a referendum.

anonymous · Answer

The answer would be D. That's how most states do it. Even in other democratic countries.