Six environmental activists blocked the freeway in the canton of Uri on Good Friday. Altercations, traffic jams and police intervention - this is «non-violent» mobilization, when so many legal and effective tools exist, particularly in Switzerland.
A well-known Geneva writer and politician, Jean Romain was for many years a teacher, notably of philosophy. In 2001, he wrote «Lettre ouverte à ceux qui croient encore en l'école» (Open letter to those who still believe in school), and today shares his vision of an institution he knows well.
Schools are the focus of much debate. Vincent Peillon, Minister of National Education from 2012 to 2014 under President François Hollande, details his vision for this important institution of the Republic - a vision that has been the subject of fierce criticism.
Southeast Asia now lives in the shadow of China and under American pressure. Is there an alternative for the region's governments in this battle of giants?
Every month, we feature a column by one of the personalities who take turns writing for Le Regard Libre. Freelance journalist Sophie Woeldgen shares her views as a reporter in the Middle East on an itchy subject.
On January 26, Le Regard Libre organized an online meeting with French essayist Ghislain Benhessa, to discuss his latest book: Le totem de l'Etat de droit. Here's an account of a rich discussion.
President of the Institut des Libertés, a liberal-conservative think tank in Paris, entrepreneur, financier and essayist Charles Gave presented his vision of Swiss economic success in a YouTube broadcast last December. Review.
Inheritance tax is a particularly questionable levy, although it has many supporters. At least, that's what can be gleaned from a 2014 book by the Liberal Institute offering a stimulating defense of the institution of inheritance.
Several Vaud institutions are launching a cantonal initiative proposing a 12% tax cut. Beyond the regional case, this initiative raises the question of the right tax rate. Philippe Miauton and Arnaud Bouverat debate the issue.
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