So close and yet so far (Swiss Press Text 2019, by Naomi Jones) - Swiss Press Award
Der Bund
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2019
Naomi Jones
For a long time, the idea of a Greater Bern was taboo. Ostermundigen's decision to consider a merger with the city of Bern sparked the discussion. So far, it has mainly taken place among politicians. But I wanted to know how the merger would affect people's everyday lives. I traveled to the border region between the two communities, spoke with residents, and learned some astonishing things.
