United States Virgin Islands governor referendum, 1933
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An unofficial referendum on the fate of Governor Pearson was held in the United States Virgin Islands on 16 July 1933.[1] Governor Paul Martin Pearson had passed a law which taxed imports from the United States at a rate of 5%. This move was very unpopular, and the Civic Betterment Association held a private referendum asking voters whether they approved or disapproved of Pearson's actions.
Results
Choice | Votes | % |
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Yes | 150 | 2.00 |
No | 7,366 | 98.00 |
Invalid/blank votes | - | – |
Total | 7,516 | 100 |
Registered voters/turnout | ||
Source: Direct Democracy |
References
- ↑ United States Virgin Islands, 16 July 1933: Fate of Governor Pearson Direct Democracy (German)
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