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March 15, 2006
Could the people of South Dakota vote out the ban?
This is interesting stuff. A pro-choice group in Wisconsin has filed paperwork that would put South Dakota’s abortion ban on the November ballot.
...Secretary of State Chris Nelson said there's nothing in South Dakota law that prevents an out-of-state group from beginning the petition drive.
"There is no restriction in state law as to who can be a sponsor for a referendum," he said.
...Assuming that the state Legislature will adjourn for the year when it reconvenes March 20, the group will have 90 days to collect signatures from South Dakotans, Nelson said.
Thoughts? Clever strategy or jumping the gun?
Posted by Jessica at March 15, 2006 10:11 AM
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I think it's a clever strategy. Who's to say other concerned Americans can't work on an issue in another state that will have consequences for other states?
Posted by: Elle at March 15, 2006 1:55 PM
The Wis. group has withdrawn its petition and an umbrella group in the state is getting ready to put out a unified petition soon. You can also find out
more of the ongoing battle in South Dakota at
http://coathangersatdawn.blogspot.com/
Posted by: SDstuck at March 18, 2006 12:01 PM