Cluster: Democracy

Why don’t Swiss voters choose their cabinet ministers?

The new cabinet ministers are sworn in after the election

This content was published on Aug 16, 2017 Letting the people have the final say is a cornerstone of the Swiss political system. But there is a notable exception: cabinet elections.

Three old age pensioners jogging in a field

Democracy

Can ‘Old Age Security 2020’ guarantee pensions?

This content was published on Aug 10, 2017 The government and parliament are calling for a sweeping reform of the old age social security system to ensure that pensions can still be paid for.

Demonstrator against international trade agreements wearing a red nose

Democracy

Window of opportunity for transnational direct democracy

This content was published on Aug 3, 2017 It is a critical moment for modern democracy. In the months to come, the fate of the European Citizens’ Initiative will be decided.

Democracy

Empathy no universal value – what now, democracy?

This content was published on Jul 25, 2017 Concern for others is one of the building blocks of a well-operating democracy. But what if there is no clear pattern to how compassion works?

Donald Trump, his wife Melania, Brigitte Macron and French President Emmanuel Macron enter Les Invalides museum in Paris

Democracy

Bleak outlook for more democracy in France

This content was published on Jul 18, 2017 Two months into the presidency of Emmanuel Macron leave limited hope for France's democracy.

Painting of Thomas Jefferson, one of the founding fathers of the US declaration of independence

Democracy

Democracy activists in quest of more perfect union

This content was published on Jul 11, 2017 Are Americans ready to “unrig” their constitutional system before it is too late?

Der Künstler Hans Erni gestaltete 1947 die Abstimmungsplakate, die für ein die Einführung der AHV warben.

Democracy

Swiss pension system marks a milestone – and a turning point

This content was published on Jul 6, 2017 One of the most important referendums in Swiss direct democracy is 70 years old. Once the country’s pride and joy, it’s now a problem child.

Crowd gathering in front of small stage in a park

Democracy

Nordic sun still shines on assembly democracy

This content was published on Jul 6, 2017 The first initiative for a summer democracy festival on a remote Baltic island dates back to legendary Swedish Prime Minister Olof Palme.

Pierre Rom: A 93-year-old online warrior in the service of the Operation Libero movement

Democracy

‘Online warrior’ fights for liberal values

This content was published on Jul 5, 2017 Pierre Rom is a sprightly 93-year old who has joined a movement of politically engaged young people: He is part of the “Army of comment-writers.”

Campaigners for paid paternity leave in front of parliament building

Democracy

Paid leave for dads wins broad public support

This content was published on Jul 4, 2017 Campaigners in Switzerland have successfully collected signatures to force a nationwide vote on their proposal for paid paternity leave.

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