Political Systems: Switzerland

Henry Quillin
Mr. Roddy
IHSS
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Switzerland
     Switzerland, formally known as the Swiss Confederation, is a small mountainous country in Europe with a population of around 8 and a half million people. Switzerland is a federal republic, as it has a Federal Council of seven members that serve as the collective head of state and government of Switzerland. Unlike many other countries, the general population does not elect the members of the Federal Council, who are instead elected by the Federal Assembly. The Federal Assembly also elects the Federal Chancellor, the Attorney General and the judges of the federal supreme court.
     Switzerland is considered a direct democracy and is a confederation, as Switzerland has 26 subdivisions called cantons, which are similar to the states of our country. The Swiss Confederation was founded in 1291 to unify and create a defensive alliance for these cantons, beginning with the unification of Uri, Schwyz and Unterwalden. The confederation kept growing and unifying more cantons until 1815 when it's current borders were set. A new constitution was passed in 1848 that turned the country into a centralized federal government, the current system it uses today.  
     Switzerland is definitely doing great and their government system is working very well for their country. Switzerland was declared the best country in the world by the 2018 Best Countries Report and is part of the top 10 happiest countries according to the United Nations. The country has a low unemployment rate and a very skilled labor force. Switzerland also has one of the highest gross domestic products per capita in the world at $80,189. The country has very low corporate tax rates and a high tech manufacturing industry that powers their strong economy. Most Swiss citizens live in small towns and cities, and are surrounded by amazing mountains, lakes and valleys. 

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