Direct democracy in Oregon

The U.S. state of Oregon is one of the many states in the United States that has direct democracy in the form of initiatives and referendums. Oregon residents introduced this system in 1902 with a ballot measure. Nationwide, referendums and initiatives became known as the "Oregon System" of direct government.[1]

Recall elections are also allowed in Oregon's system.[1][2]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b "Oregon Blue Book - Initiative, Referendum and Recall Introduction". Oregon Secretary of State. http://bluebook.state.or.us/state/elections/elections09.htm. Retrieved 2009-11-28. 
  2. ^ State by state listing of where initiatives and referendums are used
Topics in Oregon legislation
Crime and sentencing
Capital punishment · Measure 11 (1994) (mandatory minimum sentencing) · Measure 40 (1996) etc. (victims' rights)
Elections and voting
Gay rights
Same-sex marriage · Oregon Citizens Alliance · Measure 9 (1992) (homosexuality and education)
Environment
Land use
Health care
Minimum wage
Taxation
Tax revolt · Measure 5 (1990) (landmark tax law) · Measures 47 (1996) and 50 (1997) (adjusted Measure 5) · Kicker (tax rebate)
Miscellaneous
Influential people
Background, further reading