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More than 140 measures are going before voters in 41 states during the general election.
The ballot questions will give voters a chance to directly decide some consequential issues, instead of deferring to their elected representatives.
At least nine states will consider constitutional amendments enshrining abortion rights.
Some measures could get bumped from ballots if pending lawsuits are successful.
In Massachusetts , an initiative would legalize the possession and supervised use of natural psychedelics, including psilocybin mushrooms.
Measures in California , Colorado and Hawaii would repeal unenforceable provisions against same-sex marriage.
North Dakota voters will consider a first -of-its-kind move to eliminate property taxes.
Missouri voters will decide whether to legalize sports betting via a measure backed by its professional sports teams.
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