1991 Lithuanian independence referendum
An independence referendum was held in Lithuania on 9 February 1991.[1] It was approved by 93.2% of voters. The number of voters voting "yes" was 76.5% of all registered voters, far exceeding the threshold of 50%.[2] Independence had been declared on 11 March 1990,[3] and was achieved in August 1991.[4]
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Voters at a Lithuanian polling station
The independence of the Republic of Lithuania was re-recognized by the United States on 2 September 1991. On 6 September 1991, the Soviet Union itself did the same.
Results
| Choice | Votes | % |
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| For | 2,028,339 | 93.2 |
| Against | 147,040 | 6.8 |
| Invalid/blank votes | 72,431 | – |
| Total | 2,247,810 | 100 |
| Registered voters/turnout | 2,652,738 | 84.7 |
| Source: Nohlen & Stöver | ||
See also
References
- Dieter Nohlen & Philip Stöver (2010) Elections in Europe: A data handbook, p1201 ISBN 978-3-8329-5609-7
- Nohlen & Stöver, p1210
- Nohlen & Stöver, p1189
- Nohlen & Stöver, p1190
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