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On second thought: Late-moving legislative action injects ‘ambiguity’ into ballot questions
Legislative leaders in Massachusetts are considering last-minute actions to reshape or override two ballot questions on public records reforms and a tax rebate law, despite advocates' criticisms of undermining the initiative petition process. The proposed moves could create ambiguity for voters deciding on these issues in November.
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