In a recent series of referendums, Swiss voters have decisively rejected proposals for a new inheritance tax on the super-rich, alongside a proposal requiring women to undertake mandatory national service. The rejection of the proposed 50% inheritance tax was met with significant opposition, with many fearing that such measures could drive wealthy individuals out of the country. The results reflect a broader trend in Switzerland, where concerns over wealth distribution and the taxation of the affluent face resistance from a populace that historically values its appeal to the ultra-wealthy. Despite ongoing discussions about wealth taxes and civic duties, the Swiss electorate continues to prioritize the preservation of its economic environment.