Swiss referendums, 1959

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Two referendums were held in Switzerland in 1959.[1] The first was held on 1 February on the introduction of women's suffrage at the federal level, but was rejected by 67% of voters. The second was held on 24 May on adding article 22bis to the federal constitution, which concerned civil protection. It was approved by 62% of voters.[1]

Results

February: Women's suffrage

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For323,72733.1303
Against654,93966.916619
Blank votes7,497
Invalid votes1,680
Total987,84310019622
Registered voters/turnout1,480,55566.7
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

May: Constitutional amendment

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For380,63162.319622
Against230,70137.7000
Blank votes21,623
Invalid votes1,189
Total634,14410019622
Registered voters/turnout1,479,56642.9
Source: Nohlen & Stöver

References

  1. 1.0 1.1 Nohlen, D & Stöver, P (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, p1917 ISBN 9783832956097
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