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[Convention] Can make decisions, either under rules of existing constitution and laws, under rules adopted by the members of the convention, or both, with or without the assistance of government. [Body Politic] 
Without a cooperative government, there is no way for the members to make common, specific decisions, such as by holding an election or referendum.
Hoar: Constitutional Conventions: Introduction by Jon Roland
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