Liberian constitutional referendum, 1847
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A constitutional referendum was held in Liberia on 27 September 1847. The new constitution would create a President with executive powers and a bicameral Legislature. It would also restrict voting rights to those of African descent and landowners.[1] It was approved by 79% of voters (although only 272 people voted). In Monrovia, Millsburg, Bassa Cove and Bexley 100% of voters supported the constitution, whilst 100% voted against it in Sinoe.[2]
Results
Choice | Votes | % |
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For | 214 | 78.68 |
Against | 58 | 21.32 |
Total | 272 | 100 |
References
- ↑ Elections in Liberia African Elections Database
- ↑ Liberia Detailed Election Results African Elections Database
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