Conflicting Legal Norms Complicate Constitutional Vote
Diverse decree components In addition to seeking approval of the constitutional draft, the decree establishing the referendum would: a) Determine the ceiling on permitted individual landholding (5,000 or 10,000 hectares);…
Bolivian recall referendum yields expected results
For the most up-to-date information see the National Electoral Court’s frequently updated website [http://www.cne.org.bo/]. Potential prefectural elections and related problems Although three prefects have apparently lost their posts, it is…
Bolivia’s Recall Referendum: Setting the Stage for Resumed Political Conflict
Discusses the history that led to the referendum and the potential ramifications of the upcoming vote. Read full PDF version here. On August 10, Bolivians will go to the polls…
Bolivian Recall Referendum Riles Tensions
In spite of this statement, the National Electoral Court has decided to proceed with the referendum as scheduled. Article 67 of Bolivian constitution stipulates that the National Electoral Court must…