Wahlbistro: Virtual Wahlbistro now also available for Zurich
Starting February 1, Zurich residents will no longer be limited to discussing politics at their regular table in restaurants—they’ll also be able to do so online. The Bern-based agency Border Crossing has launched a virtual election bistro for this purpose.
The independent discussion forum enables virtual debates around the clock. Participation is free of charge. To make themselves known, candidates can post their key data and a photo on the Wahlbistro. Comments can be shared via Facebook and Twitter. In contrast to other forums or blogs, anonymous participation is not possible. Every person who registers is verified by the operators by telephone. According to the Bern PR agency, this is the only way to maintain a good discussion culture.
The debates will be moderated by Michael Hermann, Head of the Sotomo Research Center at the University of Zurich. The co-moderator is Mark Balsiger, the initiator of this non-profit project. He is the author of the book "Wahlkampf in der Schweiz" and works as a communications consultant. Both moderators are non-partisan.
The first Wahlbistro was launched in 2008 and was open in Bern and Biel/Bienne. According to Border Crossing, around 180 participants took part in "lively debates". Registration is now open. Media partners are also currently being sought.
The debates will be moderated by Michael Hermann, Head of the Sotomo Research Center at the University of Zurich. The co-moderator is Mark Balsiger, the initiator of this non-profit project. He is the author of the book "Wahlkampf in der Schweiz" and works as a communications consultant. Both moderators are non-partisan.
The first Wahlbistro was launched in 2008 and was open in Bern and Biel/Bienne. According to Border Crossing, around 180 participants took part in "lively debates". Registration is now open. Media partners are also currently being sought.
