#SWITZERLAND: New Poll Says Initiative To Put Swiss Law Ahead Of International Law Headed For Defeat

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A survey suggests a referendum that would put Swiss national laws above International Law is headed for defeat. The Nov. 25th referendum, the "Swiss law, not foreign judges" initiative, put forward by the Swiss People's Party, has the support of 37% of voters, while 61% say they're "against" or "definitely against" the proposal, which would see the role of international law in Switzerland greatly reduced so the country has more control over its own affairs. Switzerland puts more initiatives and legislation before the people for a direct vote than any other nation.

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#SWITZERLAND: Lower House Votes To Halt Funding For Orgs Promoting Israel Divestment Policy

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Switzerland’s lower house of parliament voted to halt public funding for organizations that promote racism, anti-Semitism and hate. Christian Imark of the right-wing populist Swiss People’s Party, submitted the bill to prevent funds ending up in the hands of Palestinian organizations that call for violence, expulsion of Jews and destruction of the State of Israel. Specifically targeted was the "BDS" movement, advocating boycotts, divestment and sanctions against Israel. The Social Democratic, Green and Green-Liberal parties opposed the bill.

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#SWITZERLAND: In Lower House Bill, Citizens Get Priority Over Foreigners In Hiring

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The smaller chamber of parliament has backed legislation by a Liberal-Radical MP for implementing the immigration initiative approved by Swiss voters in 2014. The concept proposed by Philipp Müller foresees Swiss residents being prioritized over foreign workers for job vacancies. The right-leaning Swiss People’s Party championed the legislation, a less stringent version of which was passed this week by liberal parties.

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Pictured: Posters for and against the 2014 referendum on tightening hiring standards for migrants.

#SWITZERLAND: Pty Ldr Who Led People's Party To #1 Status Resigning To "Work On His Farm"

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The head of the populist, anti-immigrant Swiss People's Party, Toni Brunner, will resign in April, Switzerland's largest party said Saturday, just months after securing record support in general elections. Brunner, who has headed SVP since 2008, informed party officials that he intends to step down when his mandate ends on April 23, to "work on his farm."