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Popular consultation to convene a referendum against decriminalization of abortion

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A popular consultation to convene a referendum on repealing the law on decriminalization of abortion was held in Uruguay on 23 June 2013. The proposal failed to muster the required popular support.

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In 2012, Uruguay decriminalized abortion. Many politicians and advocacy groups protested its legalization. The positions varied across the political spectrum.

Only 8.92% of eligible voters supported the referendum which did not meet the required threshold.

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  1. "Reserved diagnosis". Brecha. 8 March 2013.
  2. "Like giving birth". Brecha. 5 April 2013.
  3. Resultados provisionales Escrutinio Primario al 27/06/13 16:15.
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