Caution on Blue Ballot Rules Ahead of Election
Illinois Secretary of State Charles F. Carpentier warns voters about blue ballot placement at the November 2 election. The blue constitutional ballot must appear on top when ballots are handed to voters, with back instructions clearly visible. Voters must return the blue ballot to the election judge with all other ballots regardless of choice.
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Springfield
Ill
Charles F. Carpentier
Carpentier
Max Brasel
Marion County
Illinois
Ballot Rules Outlined For Illinois Ballot Proposals
Secretary Carpentier explained voters must return ballots to the election judge and may not withhold any ballots. Voters can choose one to three amendments: senatorial reapportionment, four year state treasurer term, and allowing sale or lease of the Illinois Michigan canal without a referendum.
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Illinois-Michigan Canal
Carpentier
Supreme Court Lacks Power to Alter the Constitution
A historical observation asserts that the Supreme Court cannot amend the Constitution by judicial decision. It emphasizes the necessity of formal constitutional processes and legislative action to change fundamental law.
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