1926 Swiss grain supply referendum

A referendum on grain supply was held in Switzerland on 5 December 1926.[1] Voters were asked whether they approved of adding article 23 bis to the constitution, which concerned grain supply.[1] The proposal was rejected by a majority of voters and cantons.[1]

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Background

The referendum was a mandatory referendum,[1] which required a double majority; a majority of the popular vote and majority of the cantons.[2] The decision of each canton was based on the vote in that canton.[2] Full cantons counted as one vote, whilst half cantons counted as half.[2]

Results

Choice Popular vote Cantons
Votes % Full Half Total
For366,50749.6909
Against372,04950.410613
Blank votes11,378
Invalid votes2,300
Total752,23410019622
Registered voters/turnout1,034,54772.7
Source: Nohlen & Stöver
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References

  1. Nohlen, D & Stöver, P (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, p1909 ISBN 9783832956097
  2. Nohlen & Stöver, p1891
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