Northern Mariana Islands status referendum, 1961

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A referendum on the islands' status was held in the Northern Mariana Islands on 5 February 1961.^[1] Although 64% of voters supported integration with Guam, the United States did not integrate the islands.^[1]

Background

The referendum was organised by the local Parliament, as members wished to integrate with Guam.^[1] It was held prior to a March visit by a United Nations commission checking on the conditions of the UN trust territories.^[1]

Results

[A] Do you desire to become United States citizens within the political framework of Guam?
[B] Do you desire to become United States citizens by becoming a separate territory of the United States?
[C] Do you desire to remain in the same status?^[1]

References

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