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Why calls to ‘tax the rich’ are loud, popular – and rarely successful

This content was published on Nov 30, 2025 The idea of clamping down on the rich often enjoys large public support. In practice, it rarely succeeds – even when citizens can vote directly on it. Why not?

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How the far right became a Europe-wide movement

This content was published on Nov 19, 2025 New research shows how extremists rebuilt cross-border networks in Europe and the part Switzerland played.

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Can Swiss-style federalism help power-sharing efforts in Sri Lanka?

This content was published on Nov 13, 2025 A delegation from Sri Lanka visited Switzerland to learn about direct democracy and federalism. They want to put some aspects into practice.

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What role does money play in Swiss politics?

This content was published on Oct 16, 2025 A data analysis offers a first look at how Switzerland compares internationally when it comes to political donations.

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CalMatters: digital journalism as a safeguard for democracy

This content was published on Oct 15, 2025 How a California-based digital investigative platform is using AI to support – and explain – democracy.

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The UN and democracy – how do they interact?

This content was published on Oct 13, 2025 Does multilateralism still help to strengthen democracy? Experts and a former UN director-general in Geneva provide insights.

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In Eastern Europe corruption lies at heart of polarisation

This content was published on Sep 15, 2025 Political scientist Daniel Bochsler argues that the polarisation in Eastern Europe is more about criminal connections than content.

Do you trust that your country can withstand attacks against its democracy?

Democracies are increasingly coming under threat, both from within and without. How do your country’s institutions fare?

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Taiwan is voting to restart a nuclear power plant – what’s at stake?

This content was published on Aug 8, 2025 Votes on nuclear energy are always about long-term risk assessment. In Taiwan, they are also about the risk posed by China.

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Does democracy really make the world more peaceful?

This content was published on Jul 15, 2025 Many people are convinced of this. But is it true? Political scientists give their opinions.

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