State Referendums and Ballot Initiatives
Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft explained the differences between ballot initiatives and referendums. Specifically, he discussed the rules and regulations for this process in the state of Missouri.
Description
Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft explained the differences between ballot initiatives and referendums. Specifically, he discussed the rules and regulations for this process in the state of Missouri.
Bell Ringer Assignment
- What is the difference between referendums and ballot initiatives?
- Why is it important for the language of the referendum to be written in "simple ballot language?"
- Why do you think there are so many rules and procedures for initiatives and referendums?
- How do initiatives and referendums allow citizens to participate in government?
Additional Resource
Participants
Vocabulary
- Attorney General
- Ballot
- Ballot Initiative
- Fiscal
- Petition
- Referendum