Which are true statements about direct democracy? Select all that apply.

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It can happen at the federal level.
It can happen at the federal level.

It can happen at the state level.
It can happen at the state level.

It can remove an elected official from office.
It can remove an elected official from office.

It can only happen through the legislature.
It can only happen through the legislature.

It can happen without a vote of the people.

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The true statements about direct democracy are:

  • It can happen at the state level.
  • It can remove an elected official from office.

The other statements are false:

  • Direct democracy typically does not occur at the federal level in most countries; it is more common at the state or local level in the U.S.
  • Direct democracy does not happen only through the legislature; it involves the electorate voting directly on issues or legislation.
  • Direct democracy inherently requires a vote by the people, so it cannot happen without their involvement.