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Does Liberalism Still Have a Future?
In the NZZ am Sonntag, our director Jürg Müller was asked about the future of liberalism. Prosperity and progress are important for a free society. However, without a sense of community arising from individual will, liberalism lacks a solid foundation.
Does Liberalism Still Have a Future? |
The Figure
In 2000, full-time employees worked an average of around 43 hours per week. Today, they work three hours less. This drop is primarily due to a reduction in working hours stipulated in employment contracts, but also to more absences and less overtime. In addition, the number of vacation days has increased. (Patrick Leisibach) |
Immigration
Growth as an Imposition?
Switzerland's population is growing rapidly: it took just 12 years for the country to add its latest million inhabitants. What are the causes and consequences of this growth? Senior Fellow Patrick Leisibach has compiled the key figures and arguments.
Growth as an Imposition? |
Essential on the vision of Avenir Suisse
The Think Tank for Switzerland
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Avenir Suisse is an independent think tank that develops free-market, liberal and scientifically backed ideas for the future of Switzerland. In our latest Essential, we highlight what defines us as a think tank.
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