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1958 Uruguayan constitutional referendum

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A constitutional referendum was held in Uruguay on 30 November 1958 alongside general elections.[1] Two proposals for amendments to the constitution were put to voters, but both were rejected.

Proposals

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Proposal 1 was put forward by the Ruralista/Herrerista faction of the National Party through the General Assembly, and proposed a presidential system of government, separating the presidential and parliamentary elections, and abolishing the lema system.[1]

Proposal 2 was put forward by the Civic Union through a popular initiative, and proposed introducing a presidential system of government.[1]

Results

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Choice Votes %
Proposal 1 235,941 23.04
Proposal 2 153,662 15.01
Against both 634,080 61.95
Total 429,760 100
Registered voters/turnout 1,158,939 37.08
Source: Direct Democracy

References

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  1. ^ a b c Uruguay, 30 November 1958: Constitutional reform Direct Democracy (in German)