Oportia national referendum, 1729

The Oportian National Referendum, 1729 is a landmark political event in Oportia, consisting of three significant questions posed to the Federal Electorate of Oportia. These questions concerned Oportia's membership in the Xaiville Convention, potential accession to the Raspur Pact, and a vote on the national budget and taxation rates.

Background

In the years leading up to the referendum, Oportia found itself at a crossroads, with growing debates over its international alignments and economic policies. The Xaiville Convention, a key international treaty Oportia was a part of, had become a point of contention. Similarly, the question of joining the Raspur Pact, a prominent military and economic alliance, had risen in importance due to regional security concerns and economic opportunities. Additionally, public discourse and constitutional requirements demanded more transparency and direct involvement in national budgeting and taxation decisions.

Referendum Questions

The referendum was structured around three critical questions:

• Xaiville Convention Membership: Voters were asked whether Oportia should remain a member of the Xaiville Convention. This question arose from a national debate on the benefits and drawbacks of the convention, with proponents arguing for its economic and diplomatic benefits, while opponents criticized its constraints on national sovereignty.
• Joining the Raspur Pact: The second question sought public opinion on Oportia's potential accession to the Raspur Pact. Advocates highlighted the security and economic growth prospects, whereas detractors expressed concerns over potential entanglement in regional conflicts and loss of neutrality.
• National Budget and Taxation Rates: The third question allowed the electorate to vote directly on the national budget and taxation rates, reflecting a move towards greater fiscal transparency and public involvement in economic decision-making.

Opinion polling

Question 1: Xaiville Convention Membership

Date	Polling Organisation	Remain (%)	Leave (%)	Undecided (%)
V.1729	Oportia Insights	47	49	4
IV.1729	National Polling Bureau	45	51	4
III.1729	Oportian Voices	43	53	4
II.1729	Civic Opinion Group	46	50	4
I.1729	Oportia Insights	50	50	0

Question 2: Raspur Pact Membership

Date	Polling Organisation	Join (%)	Do Not Join (%)	Undecided (%)
V.1729	Oportia Insights	50	47	3
IV.1729	National Polling Bureau	52	46	2
III.1729	Oportian Voices	53	45	2
II.1729	Civic Opinion Group	54	44	2
I.1729	Oportia Insights	55	43	2

Question 3: National Budget and Taxation Rates

Date	Polling Organisation	Approve (%)	Reject (%)	Undecided (%)
V.1729	Oportia Insights	65	33	2
IV.1729	National Polling Bureau	63	35	2
III.1729	Oportian Voices	60	38	2
II.1729	Civic Opinion Group	62	36	2
I.1729	Oportia Insights	64	34	2

Results

Question 1: Xaiville Convention

Oportian National Referendum, 1729 - Question 1: Xaiville Convention Membership
Question Text	"Should Oportia remain a member of the Xaiville Convention?"
Option	Votes	%	Notes
Remain in the Xaiville Convention	6,744,936	48.6%
Leave the Xaiville Convention	7,126,386	51.4%	A slim majority of voters want to leave.
Total votes	13,871,322	100%
Registered voters / Turnout	9,596,836	69.2%

Question 2: Raspur Pact Membership

Oportian National Referendum, 1729 - Question 2: Raspur Pact Membership
Question Text	"Should Oportia seek membership in the Raspur Pact?"
Option	Votes	%	Notes
Join the Raspur Pact	7,090,596	51.1%	A slim majority of voters want to join.
Do not join the Raspur Pact	6,780,726	48.9%
Total votes	13,871,322	100%
Registered voters / Turnout	9,596,836	69.2%

Question 3: National Budget and Taxation Rates

Oportian National Referendum, 1729 - Question 3: National Budget and Taxation Rates
Question Text	"Do you approve the proposed national budget and taxation rates for the fiscal year?"
Option	Votes	%
Approve the national budget and taxation rates	9,012,055	65%
Reject the national budget and taxation rates	4,859,267	35%
Total votes	13,871,322	100%
Registered voters / Turnout	9,596,836	69.2%

See Also

• Xaiville Convention
• Raspur Pact
• Government and politics of Oportia
• Elections and referendums of Oportia