MNFlag Research Category

Voter Referendum

Explicit calls for a public vote on the flag change, or assertions that the change should have gone to a referendum.

5 coded statements · 4 speakers · 2 jurisdictions

This is MNFlag research coding and is not necessarily language used by the speaker. Coding does not imply overall political ideology or motive.

Coded as this category when

  • This should go to a vote
  • The people should decide
  • Put it on the ballot
  • Calls for referendum/plebiscite

Not coded as this category when

  • General process complaints without referendum demand
  • Preference for one flag over another without referendum call
Verified Evidence

Statements using this category

Direct quotation
“I don't care if it's once a month until something happens, a letter to the governor insisting that something gets put on a ballot, so people can have a choice and let their voices be heard.”

Cory Smith · May 19, 2026 · Itasca · Statement record · View case and source →

Direct quotation
“I am disappointed that the Legislature took the approach that… didn't put this to the Legislature, didn't put it to the people, and kept it to a committee of whether it's 11 or 12 ... calling the process poorly designed.”

Tim LaCroix · February 26, 2026 · Champlin city · Statement record · View case and source →

Analytical Relationships

Categories appearing alongside this one

These categories appear on some of the same coded statements in MNFlag's database. Co-occurrence reflects multiple themes in a single statement; it does not establish related beliefs, ideology, or motive.

Redesign Process · 1 State Government Criticism · 1

Related records

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