Vox analysis of the narrow Yes vote for RTVG
An analysis shows that, despite the extremely narrow “yes” vote on the RTVG, the SRG enjoys the trust of even most opponents of the initiative. They simply reject the new licensing fee system. However, the analysis also highlights the divide between the right and the left.
The narrow Yes vote to the Radio and TV Act (RTVA) has revealed a clear divide between the left and right-wing political camps in Switzerland. While 73 percent of SP sympathizers voted in favour of the law, only 27 percent of SVP supporters did so. The center was divided, as the Vox analysis of the federal votes on June 14 published on Friday shows.
SRG nevertheless enjoys the trust of the population
In addition to the ideological positioning, the degree of trust in the government and the attitude towards the SRG were decisive. However, the high proportion of "no" votes cannot be attributed to dissatisfaction with the SRG, according to a press release. This is because the SRG enjoys a high level of trust among the population, with 73% in favor. Even 61% of those who opposed the proposal were basically satisfied with the SRG.
Criticism is only directed at the fee system
The majority of respondents cited the evaluation of the new fee system and its impact as the reason for the decision. Those in favor argued that practically everyone uses radio and television nowadays and therefore everyone should pay for it. Opponents, on the other hand, felt that the mandatory fee was unfair and criticized its level.
