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Vaud’s Referenda Snapshot: Foreign Voting Rights Rejected, Small Party Access Gains, and More
Overview of Sunday’s referenda in Vaud The canton of Vaud staged a multi-faceted vote that highlighted tensions between inclusion, party representation, and local conservation. While one proposal on easing voting rights for foreigners failed, another reform aimed at helping small parties win seats in the Grand Council advanced. A separate initiative related to the Mormont…
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Vaud Votes Reflect Mixed Signals: Foreign Voting Rights Rejected and Small Parties Gain Ground
Overview: Vaud’s political week brings both setbacks and openings The canton of Vaud found itself at a political crossroads this weekend, with voters delivering a mixed verdict on several measures. While the electorate rejected a proposal to shorten the residence requirement for foreign residents to vote and be elected at the communal level, it also…