What happens when none of these candidates receives the most votes in a Nevada election quizlet?

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Elections for statewide offices in Nevada are unique in that voters can choose one of the following:

"none of the above" option

According to Bowers, which party dominates in Nevada?

No party dominates

An initiative that would propose a change to the Nevada state constitution must pass the general ballot how many times?

2 times

Nevada has

a closed primary

Which of the following is absolutely necessary in order to amend the state constitution?

public ratification (popular vote of the citizens)

The _____ method of amending the Nevada constitution requires the proposed amendment to be passed by a majority of the state legislature in two consecutive sessions and by the voters.

legislative

In order to amend the state constitution through the initiative process:

the people must vote in favor of it in two consecutive elections.

If voters in the state of Nevada wish to remove a public official prior to the expiration of their term, they will do so using which form of direct democracy?

Recall

How many electoral college votes does Nevada have in presidential elections?

6

What happens when "none of these candidates" receives the most votes in a Nevada election?

the actual candidate who receives the most votes wins the office

Which of the following is a powerful interest group in Nevada?

all of the other answers

Because Nevada legislators are part-time workers, face term limits, and tend to be inexperienced, lobbyists...

provide information to legislators

In the state of Nevada, interest groups may not file amicus curiae briefs.

False

Regulation of lobbyists in Nevada began in which year?

1973

Which of the following is a perpetual loser in the Nevada state legislature?

Mothers Against Drunk Driving

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What happens if none of these candidates wins the most votes in a Nevada election quizlet?

Nevada the only state to offer this on the ballot. People can chose "none of the above". What happens if 'none' wins the most votes? If none chosen, the actual candidate who wins the most votes wins that office.

What is the voting process in which the people of Nevada accept or reject a law or resolution first proposed by the Nevada Legislature quizlet?

A referendum can only approve or disapprove a statute, resolution, or ordinance that was enacted by the State Legislature, Board of County Commissioners, or City Council. Initiatives and referendums are both methods of involving voters directly in the legislative process of government.

What is the voting process in which the people of Nevada accept or reject a law quizlet?

"The referendum allows voters to approve or disapprove any law passed by the legislature" (Bowers 55).

Why was Nevada rushed into statehood quizlet?

Nevada's statehood came about largely due to President Lincoln's desire for re-election and goal to abolish slavery. President Lincoln was in a tight race for his re-election and to assist his success he believed that granting more territories statehood would earn their respect and in turn their votes.

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