Should Switzerland’s constitution demand gender equality in government? Currently, the constitution only demands an equitable representation of Switzerland’s regions and linguistic groups. In September 2017, Raphaël Comte, a member of the Council of States, Switzerland’s upper house, put forward a motion to add government gender balance to Switzerland’s constitution. He argues the constitution should mirror the nation’s values and political priorities and thinks gender representation should sit alongside region and language. Last week the Council of States, Switzerland’s upper house voted in favour of Comte’s plan, with 20 votes in favour and 17 against.

Source: Le News March 20, 2018 11:53 UTC