Referendum defeat leaves Italy's Meloni looking more vulnerable
Meloni vowed to press on after losing a vote on constitutional reform many turned into a referendum on her government.
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"Italians had voted 'with clarity' and she would respect their decision, but she regretted a 'lost chance to modernise' the country."
— Giorgia Meloni , Politician
"Losing and walking out whistling just isn't an option."
— Matteo Renzi , Politician
"Meloni's defeat showed 'there is an alternative to this government' ahead of next year's general elections."
— Elly Schlein , Politician
Key People
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Elly Schlein is the leader of the Democratic Party in Italy.
Giorgia Meloni is the Premier of Italy.
Matteo Renzi is a former Prime Minister of Italy and leader of the Democratic Party.
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Meloni vowed to press on after losing a vote on constitutional reform many turned into a referendum on her government.
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