Switzerland's political system has been repeatedly challenged by immigration, a debate that has remained largely unchanged over six decades. Since the 1960s, when Italian workers arrived, concerns about an "influx of foreigners" have resurfaced through numerous popular initiatives aimed at limiting migration. These initiatives, often proposed by parties like the National Action and later the Swiss People's Party, have focused on reducing the number of foreign residents, capping immigration, and controlling asylum claims. Despite frequent votes, many of these proposals, including those related to asylum abuse, democratic naturalization, and expelling foreign criminals, have been rejected, while others like the minaret ban and burka ban have passed, reflecting ongoing societal tensions around migration, national identity, and integration. The debate continues with upcoming initiatives focusing on population limits and border protection.