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Swiss satirist Veri bids farewell after 20 years of political mockery

A flat cap, a woolly vest, and fearless jabs at power—Veri’s exit leaves a void in Swiss satire. Who will dare mock the next generation of politicians?

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Swiss satirist Veri bids farewell after 20 years of political mockery

From Maurer to Leuthard: He took politicians to task

For 20 years, Thomas Lötcher alias Veri has been entertaining Swiss stages with political cabaret. Now it's over.

2025-11-23T20:46:31+00:00

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Thomas Lötscher, the Swiss political satirist best known as 'Veri', is stepping away from the stage after more than two decades. His sharp-witted cabaret shows have poked fun at Swiss politics, exposing contradictions and absurdities with humour. Now, as his final tour comes to an end, Lötscher leaves behind a legacy of holding politicians to account through satire.

For over 20 years, Lötscher has entertained audiences as 'Veri'—a character dressed in a flat cap, horn-rimmed glasses, and a woolly vest. From the perspective of an everyman, he has mocked the quirks of Swiss federalism and the inconsistencies of local laws. His jokes often target politicians, like when he jabbed at Ueli Maurer’s plan to build 'the world’s best army' while choosing the cheapest fighter jets.

Lötscher takes his craft seriously, subscribing to six newspapers to ensure his material is well-researched and accurate. His routines have also criticised Federal Councilor Albert Rösti, suggesting he learn from Doris Leuthard’s handling of the Gotthard tunnel after voters rejected a highway expansion.

Yet, the pandemic made ticket sales difficult, creating challenges for new comedians trying to break into the industry. Despite this, Lötscher remains hopeful that future satirists will continue to challenge politicians, especially as he believes they grow bolder in their deceptions.

With his retirement, Lötscher’s final tour marks the end of an era for Swiss political cabaret. His work has left a clear record of how satire can spotlight the gaps between political promises and reality. The stage now waits for new voices to carry forward his tradition of sharp, fact-based humour.

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