Media, Federalism and Democracy

17 July 2022

The media are indispensable to the functioning of a democracy. This is particularly true of multicultural, federal, decentralised Switzerland, with its direct democracy and other forms of direct citizen and civil society participation.

What characterises the media in federalism in general and in Switzerland in particular? What is the current state of the Swiss media landscape? And how do the cantons address current challenges, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, neutrality in times of war, or the financing of the media? The blog addresses these and other questions in a public debate to develop ideas and concepts for the future of Swiss media.

The ch stiftung, based in the House of the Cantons in Bern, regularly blogs on this topic (CH Blog). In addition to politicians and foundation employees, third parties from the academic world also have their say. All contributions share the common goal of starting a debate. This discussion could also be of interest to other countries.

Source and further information: www.chstiftung.ch