The politician who doesn't need a party (Swiss Press Text 2024, by Jan Hudec) - Swiss Press Award
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2024
Jan Hudec
In our profile, we wanted to get to the bottom of the phenomenon that is Mario Fehr. He is undoubtedly one of Zurich's most well-known and polarizing politicians. How did this man manage to become the best-elected government councilor without the backing of a party? How did he become who he is today? And what price has his success cost him?