An autonomy referendum was held in

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on 22 June 2008, following the autonomy referendum held in

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on 4 May 2008 and the

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held in Beni Department and

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on 1 June 2008. The referendum was approved with over 80% in favour, though most supporters of President Morales did not vote.

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