Andrea Morrone

The Manipulative Referendum: to Abrogate in Order to Decide

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Abstract

The essay discusses the function of abrogative referenda with specific reference to the practice of manipulating the norms that are the object of the referendum question. It is argued that the "manipulation" enhances the deliberative nature of the popular referendum as an instrument to introduce certain issues in the public debate.

Keywords

  • Constitution
  • Referendum
  • Representation
  • Sources of Law
  • Sovereignty

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