Cluster: Democracy

Patrick Chappatte: ‘The path for satire has been getting narrower’

This content was published on Jun 24, 2025 Patrick Chappatte is one of the most prolific cartoonists. We talked to him about the current state of satire, media and free speech in the world.

Swiss democracy

Inheritance tax referendum spooks Swiss super-rich

This content was published on Jun 23, 2025 Bankers and lawyers warn of exodus ahead of public vote on 50% rate for the very wealthy.

Sarah Wyss, Chair of the Finance Committee, in parliament on June 5.

Swiss Politics

Swiss parliamentary session sets stage for noisy national debates

This content was published on Jun 23, 2025 The summer session of parliament drew to a close last week. What's clear is that political debate in Switzerland is picking up again. Parliamentarians focused on several key upcoming people’s initiatives.

Elinor Ostrom receives the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences from King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden

Swiss democracy

The Swiss mountain village that inspired a Nobel Prize and digital governance

This content was published on Jun 20, 2025 A small Swiss mountain village has become the focus of scientific attention thanks to Nobel Prize winner Elinor Ostrom.

How important are common resources in today’s world?

In a globalised world, are collectively-managed land or resources – so-called commons – still relevant?

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Parliament further strengthens prevention of abuse in the Church

Democracy

Swiss parliament to boost child abuse prevention in churches

This content was published on Jun 19, 2025 Swiss parliament calls for a government plan to boost child abuse prevention in churches.

Broad parliamentary alliance in favour of the e-ID law

Digital Democracy

Swiss parliamentary alliance backs e-ID law

This content was published on Jun 19, 2025 Swiss parliamentary alliance supports electronic ID law, ensuring user data control.

Swiss democracy

Stalking will now be a criminal offence in Switzerland

This content was published on Jun 19, 2025 Swiss parliament has voted in favour of making stalking a criminal offence.

A more flexible army to meet soldiers' needs

Democracy

Swiss parliament calls for a more flexible army

This content was published on Jun 19, 2025 The Swiss army must be more flexible to meet the needs of its personnel, according to the Swiss Senate.

Democracy

Swiss parliament calls for pilot project for digital signature collection

This content was published on Jun 17, 2025 The electronic collection of signatures for initiatives and referendums is to be trialled in a pilot project. After the Council of States, the National Council also approved a corresponding proposal on Monday.

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