Religious education, public funding of churches, crucifixes in classrooms and parliaments... In Switzerland, the boundary between faith and state remains fluid, depending on the canton. Should there be a clear dividing line between state and church?
Cilette CrettonFeminist activist and former member of the Valais parliament
Yes. For me, as a Valaisan, this question brings to mind the Middle Ages. In those days, my canton was governed by prince-bishops who exercised both temporal and spiritual powers. Closer to home, it evokes Islamic states and other unenviable models. In the 19th century, Switzerland adopted a constitution guaranteeing freedom of conscience and belief for all citizens. In order to apply this right, the state must respect neutrality and independence in relation to
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