Archive – Democracy

On the road with Switzerland’s public broadcaster

This content was published on Mar 2, 2019 Switzerland has a long history of public media – and the challenge of keeping it current for future generations.

When political education begins with the army

This content was published on Feb 22, 2019 Is it a surprise that it can be a challenge to promote political education even in a country with a highly developed system of direct democracy?

Can Greta’s generation make a mark on Swiss politics?

This content was published on Feb 21, 2019 Climate change protests spearheaded by a Swedish teen have energised Swiss youth. Can such political participation carry over into the elections?

Historian casts doubt on Swiss reverence of direct democracy

This content was published on Feb 16, 2019 The symbolic value of citizen’s participation in decision-making should not be underestimated, but its importance is often exaggerated in Switzerland.

Can participatory democracy raise voter turnouts?

This content was published on Feb 15, 2019 Citizens in Biel are among the least likely in Switzerland to get out and vote. Local authorities want to change this.

Hackers wanted for Swiss e-voting system

This content was published on Feb 14, 2019 Now open: Registration for anyone who wants to help reveal cracks in Switzerland’s future e-voting system – and maybe earn a cash bounty.

Bern police given increased powers while new energy law fails

This content was published on Feb 10, 2019 Voters in canton Bern have clearly approved a law allowing police to carry out covert investigation and as tightening rules for demonstrations.

Left behind and locked out of Swiss democracy

This content was published on Feb 8, 2019 Democracy is based on the promise to adequately and appropriately represent the population. However, Switzerland’s system reveals some shortcomings.

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Life as a part-time local Swiss politician

This content was published on Feb 1, 2019 Thousands of Swiss officials have a normal occupation and do politics on the side.

Panel of speakers presenting e-voting moratorium initiative

Opposition against e-voting project gathers pace

This content was published on Jan 25, 2019 A committee of politicians and IT experts launches an initiative aimed at banning online voting for at least five years in Switzerland.

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