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[–] merc@sh.itjust.works 1 points 6 hours ago (1 children)

That's how some democracy sometimes works. Sometimes supermajorities are required in democracies. Who cares about what the majority wants? Why should that be the only thing that counts?

[–] Kecessa@sh.itjust.works 1 points 4 hours ago

And who has the authority to decide what requires it and what doesn't? And how do you guarantee it's not abused?

Federal: "You need a simple majority to gain your independence" thinking the vote won't come close and using fraud to help the no side

Quebec: 0.59% away from a yes vote

Federal: "Oh shit! Clarity act!"

If another referendum happens and they determine it's 60% to win and it comes close they'll just move it to 65% the next time then 70% and so on. Just ripe for abuse!