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Washington Supreme Court accused of weakening citizens' initiative power
Original: Madi Clark: Washington state Supreme Court tramples on citizens’ initiative power
Madi Clark argues that the Washington state Supreme Court has trampled on the constitutional right of citizens to legislate through initiatives, accusing the court of overstepping by blocking or undermining voter-led measures. The criticism adds to an ongoing debate in Washington state over how far courts may go in reviewing initiatives passed through the citizen initiative process.
Why now: The Washington Supreme Court has recently ruled against citizen initiatives, prompting criticism that it is undermining direct democracy.
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Evidence
- Madi Clark: Washington state Supreme Court tramples on citizens’ initiative power · The Spokesman-Review
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