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Switzerland’s love of referendums keeps the far right at bay | Joseph de Weck

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Brexit gave direct democracy a bad name. But the Swiss approach could be what Europe needs now, says Guardian Europe contributor Joseph de Weck

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Joseph de Weck
Published
Sep 28, 2026, 4:00 AM UTC
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Sep 28, 2026, 4:42 PM UTC

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