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How Swiss federalism emerged and shapes the nation

This content was published on Apr 9, 2025 How is Swiss federalism emerged and where does it come from? Find out more in this video.

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How Swiss direct democracy works

This content was published on Mar 31, 2025 What do direct democratic tools like popular initiatives and referendums really entail? And how has this unique system evolved over time?

Opponents of Covid-19 measures on the Rütli meadown on Lake Lucerne, Switzerland, in July 2021.

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Study reveals antipathy towards marginalised groups in Switzerland

This content was published on Mar 26, 2025 Minority groups like Covid-19 skeptics and climate campaigners are particularly unappreciated.

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In Switzerland, trust and stability are interwoven

This content was published on Mar 25, 2025 The global political order is in upheaval, yet Switzerland remains relatively stable. SWI swissinfo.ch reporter Benjamin von Wyl analyses why.

Digital Democracy

Digital democracy: will Swiss signature scandal pave way for e-collecting?

This content was published on Mar 8, 2025 It remains to be seen whether the signature scam will bring about the digitalisation of direct democracy in Switzerland. An overview of the situation.

How will Swiss democracy promotion fare after the USAID funding freeze?

Switzerland has followed America's lead so far. The freezing of USAID funds demands a rethink.

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Why the AfD is keen on Switzerland’s direct democracy

This content was published on Feb 24, 2025 The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) has long advocated for “Swiss-style” direct democracy. What does the party hope to achieve with this?

Booing for rally against Alice Weidel in Einsiedeln SZ

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Heated atmosphere at Swiss rally against AfD politician Alice Weidel

This content was published on Feb 23, 2025 Around 250 people demonstrated "against the right" and the German AfD politician Alice Weidel on Saturday afternoon in Einsiedeln.

SP warns of right-wing populist wave at party conference

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Swiss Social Democrats warn against rightwing populist wave at party conference

This content was published on Feb 22, 2025 For co-presidents Mattea Meyer and Cédric Wermuth, cohesion and solidarity are more important than ever.

Environmental liability initiative rejected by 69.8% of votes cast

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Post-vote survey: scant support for environmental responsibility initiative

This content was published on Feb 10, 2025 The Swiss do not want to be restricted by environmental protection.

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