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Drafting a constitution is only the first step. The constitution has to be granted legitimacy by open discussion and a fair, representative referendum.

Emma Bonino

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Emma Bonino
Age: 76
Born: 1948
Born: March 9
Politician
Br'a
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Referendum
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Referendums
Constitution
Drafting
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Legitimacy
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Representative
Open
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