1972 United States Virgin Islands constitutional referendum

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A constitutional referendum was held in the United States Virgin Islands on 7 November 1972.[1] Federal law passed by the United States Congress suggested that a second Constitutional Convention be called after the failure of the previous proposed constitution.

Whilst the new constitution received a majority of votes in favour, turnout was too low and it did not enter into force.[1]

Results

Choice Votes %
Approve new constitution 7,279 56.88
Reject new constitution 5,518 43.12
Invalid votes -
Total 12,797 100
Registered voters/turnout 21,641 59.13
Source: Direct Democracy

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