1.   A referendum to be held sometime later this year would decide the fate of the North African territory and its traditionally nomadic population.

2.   But two referendums held last year were seen as milestones for democratic development, and other towns are planning similar referendums.

3.   The government has pledged they will be debated by Parliament and a referendum held before any are adopted.

4.   Two referendums held last year received a great deal of public attention as milestones for democracy, and other towns are planning similar referendums.

5.   For California -- a state rocked by race riots just three years ago -- the referendum holds the potential to create further racial unease.

6.   -- A constitutional amendment would be moved in parliament and a referendum held as soon as possible.

7.   -- A constitutional amendment to allow the special government would be moved in parliament and a referendum held as soon as possible.