Posts Tagged ‘Federalism’

The Jura Conflict: Direct Democracy in Practice

The Jura Conflict: Direct Democracy in Practice

On 18 June 2017 the citizens of Moutier, a small town in the heart of the Jura region in Switzerland, decide on the future of their city, whether to remain in the Canton of Berne or to leave and join the Canton of Jura. The referendum vote […]

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Should Switzerland Promote Direct Democracy More?

Should Switzerland Promote Direct Democracy More?

Question (6/7): I know that Swiss citizens regard their political system as an exception – and probably it is. But also, they were always looking inwards and avoided to “spread the good news” of direct democracy. I know, for example, that back in the 19th century politicians […]

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