| Country: | Ecuador |
| Date: | 28 September 2008 |
| Do you approve the text of the new Political Constitution of the Republic prepared by the Constituent Assembly? | |
| Yes: | 4,722,073 |
| No: | 2,075,764 |
| Invalid: | 533,684 |
| Blank: | 55,071 |
| Electorate: | 9,754,883 |
A constitutional referendum was held in Ecuador on 28 September 2008 to ratify or reject the constitution drafted by the Ecuadorian Constituent Assembly elected in 2007.[1] The new constitution was approved by 69% of voters.
Following its approval, early elections were held in April 2009.[2]
President Rafael Correa had initially stated he would resign if the constitution were rejected, but later stated he would finish his term.
A Cedatos/Gallup poll from May 2008 saw 41% in favour of the constitution draft, 31% against, and 28% not sure.[3] Another Cedatos/Gallup poll from June 2008 showed 37% support.[4]
Provisions include the right to healthcare, food, social security, and education as well as an emphasis on Latin American integration. The more controversial proposals include allowing a second four-year term for the president and legalising civil unions.[5]
The EU sent an election observation team.[6]