1975 Liberian presidential term referendum
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A referendum on presidential terms was held in Liberia on 7 October 1975, alongside simultaneous general elections. The change would limit a president to serving for a single term of eight years. Incumbent President William Tolbert promised he would leave office in 1983 even if the change was rejected.[1] It passed with 90% of voters in favour.[2]
Results
[edit]| Choice | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|
| For | 90 | ||
| Against | 10 | ||
| Total | |||
| Registered voters/turnout | 88 | ||
| Source: Direct Democracy | |||
References
[edit]- ^ Liberia: William R Tolbert - 'In the Pantheon of great African leaders' AllAfrica.com
- ^ Elections in Liberia African Elections Database
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