Colombian referendum, 1997

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An unofficial referendum on "peace, life and liberty" was held in Colombia on 26 October 1997, alongside regional and departmental elections.^[1] The referendum was organised as a private initiative, but the ballots were counted by the electoral authorities.^[1]

Whilst the referendum and elections were boycotted in rural areas due to pressure from guerrilla groups, urban voters voted heavily in favour,^[2] with over 90% of voters supporting the proposal.

Results

Choice	Votes	%
For	8,978,614	91.49
Against	835,382	8.51
Total	9,813,996	100
Registered voters/turnout	20,496,366	47.88
Source: Direct Democracy

References

1 2 Colombia, 26 October 1997: "For Peace, Life and Liberty" Direct Democracy (German)
↑ Colombians Back Peace Referendum LA Times, 28 October 1997

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