What term describes a direct vote by the entire electorate on a specific proposal, typically one referred to them by a legislature?
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Referendum
A referendum is a form of direct democracy that allows citizens to vote directly on specific laws rather than relying solely on elected representatives. This process is often used for high-stakes national decisions, such as constitutional changes or international treaties. Switzerland is famous for using this system more frequently than almost any other nation in the world.
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- What is the term for a legislative act or proposal that is referred to the entire electorate for a direct vote?