1989 Algerian constitutional referendum
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A constitutional referendum was held in Algeria on 23 February 1989.[1] Coming after the 1988 October Riots, the new constitution removed references to socialism and allowed for multi-party democracy. Despite calls for a boycott by radical Islamists and opposition from trade unions and FLN members, the amendments were approved by 73.4% of voters with a 79% turnout.[2] Local elections were scheduled for the following year, with parliamentary elections to be held in 1991.
Results[]
Choice | Votes | % |
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For | 7,290,760 | 73.4 |
Against | 2,637,678 | 26.6 |
Invalid/blank votes | 473,110 | – |
Total | 10,401,548 | 100 |
Registered voters/turnout | 13,170,137 | 79.0 |
Source: Nohlen et al. |
References[]
- ^ Algerian History Archived 2011-07-22 at the Wayback Machine Algerian Embassy in Kuala Lumpur
- ^ Nohlen, D, Krennerich, M & Thibaut, B (1999) Elections in Africa: A data handbook, p55 ISBN 0-19-829645-2
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