Andri Silberschmidt
FDP.Die Liberalen | 05.04 | Incumbent | Elected
Welfare state & family
Raise the retirement age to 67
Do you support an increase in the retirement age (e.g., to 67)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Health insurance premiums
Should the federal government allocate more funding for health insurance premium subsidies?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Die Allgemeinheit wendet bereits heute ca. CHF 5 Mrd. pro Jahr für Prämienverbilligungen auf. Es ist nun an der Zeit, dass endlich Massnahmen umgesetzt werden, dass die Prämien für alle sinken: Digitalisierung des Gesundheitswesens, Fehlanreize beseitigen, Franchise erhöhen, Krankenversicherung "Budget" mit tiefen Prämien, etc.
Pensions for married couples
For married couples, the pension is currently limited to 150% of the maximum individual AHV pension (capping). Should this limit be eliminated?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Die AHV soll unabhängig des Zivilstands ausgestaltet werden. Um die Erhöhung des Plafonds finanzieren zu können, ist aber zuerst die Finanzierung der AHV nachhaltig zu sichern.
Reduce LPP pensions
As part of the reform of the BVG (occupational pension plan), pensions are to be reduced (lowering the minimum conversion rate from 6.8% to 6%). Are you in favor of this measure?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Es ist unfair, wenn jemandem mehr Rente ausbezahlt wird, als er / sie während seines / ihres Erwerbslebens für sich angespart hat. Dieses Systemfehler muss korrigiert werden. Eine wichtige Massnahme dafür ist die Senkung des Mindestumwandlungssatzes von 6.8% auf 6%.
Extend parental leave
Should paid parental leave be increased beyond today's 14 weeks of maternity leave and two weeks of paternity leave? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Ich befürworte hingegen die Umwandlung in einen gemeinsamen Elternurlaub mit mehr Flexibilität.
Further encourage the construction of social housing
Should the federal government provide more financial support for public housing construction? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Wir brauchen einfachere Bauvorschriften und schnellere Verfahren. Das hilft langfristig, um die Mieten zu stabilisieren.
Health
Introduce compulsory vaccination for children
Should compulsory vaccination of children be introduced based on the Swiss vaccination plan?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Introduce a tax on sugary foods
Are you in favor of the introduction of a tax on foods containing sugar (sugar tax)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Contribution to healthcare costs
Should insured persons contribute more to health care costs (e.g., increase the minimum deductible)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Mit der stärkeren Beteiligung an den Gesundheitskosten können die Prämien gesenkt und die Eigenverantwortung gestärkt werden.
Limit the powers of the Federal Council in the event of a pandemic
Should the Federal Council's ability to restrict private and economic life in the event of a pandemic be more limited?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Die Massnahmen der Politik waren richtig und wichtig. Es scheint aber angebracht, in der Revision des Epidemiengesetzes zu klären, welche Kompetenzen der Bundesrat neu haben soll.
Federal competence for national hospital planning
Should the federal government be given the authority to determine the hospital offering (national hospital planning with regard to locations and range of services)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Die Kantone sind näher an der Bevölkerung und können besser entschieden, wie die Versorgung in ihrem Gebiet auszusehen hat. Es ist aber überfällig, dass sich die Kantone untereinander besser abstimmen und langfristig planen.
Education
Inclusive schooling
According to the Swiss integrated schooling concept, children with learning difficulties or disabilities should be taught in regular classes. Do you approve of this concept?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Der Entscheid liegt grundsätzlich bei den Kantonen. Ich denke, dass wieder vermehrt auf die individuellen Fähigkeiten der SchülerInnen Rücksicht genommen werden soll.
Tighten the requirements for obtaining a high school diploma
Should the federal government raise the requirements for the gymnasiale matura?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Eine zu hohe Maturaquote führt dazu, dass viele Lehrstellen unbesetzt bleiben. Wir brauchen auch in Zukunft ein funktionierende duales Bildungssystem.
Equal opportunities in education
Should the state be more committed to equal educational opportunities (e.g., through subsidized remedial courses for students from low-income families)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Eine gute und für alle zugängliche Bildung hilft, im Erwachsenenleben auf eigenen Beinen zu stehen. Die Chancenvielfalt ist von grosser Bedeutung, ohne aber dass man eine Ergebnisgleichheit anpeilen würde.
Immigration & integration
Make naturalization requirements more flexible
Should the conditions for naturalization be relaxed (e.g., shorter residence period)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Eine gewisse Liberalisierung (Verfahrensvereinfachung) ist richtig, aber die Integrationsanfroderungen sollen erhalten bleiben. Eine Einbürgerung setzt Integration voraus, die ihre Zeit benötigt.
Increase the quota of third-country nationals for skilled workers
Should more qualified workers from non-EU/EFTA countries be allowed to work in Switzerland (increase third-country quota)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Es geht hier um Arbeitskräfte mit hohem Einkommen und einer hohen Wertschöpfung. Diese Art von Zuwanderung ist ganz im Sinne der Schweiz.
Asylum procedures outside Europe
Do you support efforts to house asylum seekers in centers outside Europe during the asylum procedure?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Die Umsetzung muss zwingend in Abstimmung mit der EU vorgenommen werden. Ein Alleingang der Schweiz in dieser Sache ist nicht zu unterstützen.
Voting rights for foreigners
Should foreign nationals who have lived in Switzerland for at least ten years be granted the right to vote and stand for election at the municipal level?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Authorize active euthanasia
Would you be in favour of doctors being allowed to administer direct active euthanasia in Switzerland?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Liberal wäre, wenn das Geschlecht an möglichst vielen Orten überhaupt keine Rolle mehr spielen würde.
Equality between same-sex and heterosexual couples
Do you think it's right for same-sex couples to have the same rights as heterosexual couples in all areas?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Finances & taxes
Reduce taxes at the federal level
Do you support tax cuts at the federal level over the next four years?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Um die Kaufkraft der BürgerInnen zu stärken, sollte endlich die Steuerlast für alle Personen gesenkt werden.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Introduce a national inheritance tax
Would you support the introduction of a national inheritance tax on all inheritances over one million Swiss francs? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Strengthen financial equalization between the cantons
Should the differences between cantons with high and low financial capacity be further reduced through fiscal equalization?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Bereits heute fliesst sehr viel Geld in den interkantonalen Finanzausgleich. Es braucht Anreize, dass es mehr Geber- und weniger Nehmerkantone gibt.
Economy & labour
Introduce a national minimum wage of CHF 4,000
Are you in favor of introducing a minimum wage of CHF 4,000 for all full-time employees?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Die Löhne können sich je nach Region und Branche stark unterscheiden. Ein allgemeingültiger Mindestlohn berücksichtigt dies nicht. Deshalb sind von der Sozialpartnerschaft verhandelte Branchenlösungen zu begrüssen.
Regulate the financial sector more strictly
Do you support stricter regulations for the financial sector (e.g., stricter capital requirements for banks, ban on bonuses)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Es braucht bessere und nicht einfach mehr Regulierungen. In den vergangenen 10 Jahren wurden etliche neue Gesetzesartikel geschaffen, die offenbar nicht den gewünschten Effekt erzielten.
Liberalizzare completamente il mercato dell'elettricità
Should private households be free to choose their electricity supplier (complete liberalization of the electricity market)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Make housing construction regulations more flexible
Should housing construction regulations be relaxed (e.g., noise protection, occupancy rates)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Wage equality between women and men
Are you in favor of stricter controls on equal pay for women and men?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Ban new registrations of combustion engine vehicles from 2035
Should Switzerland ban the registration of new passenger cars with internal combustion engines starting in 2035?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Achieve climate targets through incentives
To achieve climate targets, should incentives and target agreements be relied on exclusively, rather than bans and restrictions?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
CO2 braucht einen Preis. Damit würde es sich lohnen, ressourcenschonend zu produzieren und konsumieren.
Make the rules for renewable energy less strict
Do you think it's fair that environmental and landscape protection rules are being relaxed to allow for the development of renewable energy?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Authorize the construction of new nuclear power plants
Should the construction of new nuclear power plants in Switzerland be allowed again?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Vorausgesetzt, sie sind sicher und sie können wirtschaftlich betrieben werden. Auf alle Fälle sollte das Verbot aufgehoben werden, um die Forschung und Projektierung zu unterstützen.
Ensure a comprehensive range of public services
Should the state guarantee a comprehensive public service offering also in rural regions?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Um auch in Zukunft einen starken Service-Public zu haben, muss er die Transformation in die digitale Welt schaffen. Das heisst aber auch, dass nicht zwingen jeden Tag ein Pöstler vorbeikommen muss.
Introduce progressive electricity tariffs
Would you be in favor of the introduction of increasing electricity tariffs when consumption is higher (progressive electricity tariffs)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Nature conservation
Making provisions for the protection of large predators more flexible
Are you in favor of further relaxing the protection regulations for large predators (lynx, wolf, bear)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Grundsätzlich sind die Direktzahlungen stärker nach ökologischen Grundsätzen auszurichten.
Introduction of stricter rules on the protection of farm animals
Are you in favour of stricter animal welfare regulations for livestock (e.g. permanent access to outdoor areas)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Die Standards sind bereits heute hoch, können aber punktuell angepasst werden. Das kommt den Tieren wie auch der Qualität der Produkte zugute.
National territory available for biodiversity conservation
Should 30% of Switzerland's land area be dedicated to preserving biodiversity? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Entscheidender als eine abstrakte Zahl ist die Qualität der Flächen. 30% im Hochgebirge bringt kaum die erwünwschte Wirkung.
Ban on single-use plastics
Would you support a ban on single-use plastic and non-recyclable plastics? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
More sustainable use of electronic devices
Are you in favour of government measures to make the use of electronic devices more sustainable (e.g., right to repair, extension of warranty period, minimum guaranteed period for software updates)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In erster Linie sind die Unternehmen und die Konsumenten in der Pflicht. Die Kreislaufwirtschaft ist klar zu stärken, allenfalls auch mit gewissen gesetzlichen Leitplanken.
Democracy, Media & Digitization
Mobile phone network (5G)
Should the Swiss mobile network be equipped throughout the country with the latest technology (currently 5G standard)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Digitizing public services
Should the federal government be given additional powers in the area of digitization of government services in order to be able to impose binding directives and standards on the cantons?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Strengthening regulation of big internet platforms
Are you in favor of stronger regulation of the major Internet platforms (i.e., transparency rules on algorithms, increased liability for content, combating disinformation)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Transparenz-Regeln sind grundsätzlich zu befürworten. Eine Überregulierung ist hingegen abzulehnen.
Lowering TV and radio license fees
A popular initiative aims to reduce television and radio fees (CHF 200 per household, exemption for businesses). Do you support this initiative?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Die Unternehmen sollen von der Radio und TV Abgabe befreit werden.
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Das Stimmrechtsalter soll sich am Alter der Mündigkeit orientieren.
Introducing an optional financial referendum against federal spending
Should it be possible to hold a referendum on federal spending above a certain amount (optional financial referendum)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Security & military
Increasing the size of the army to at least 120,000 soldiers
Are you in favor of expanding the army's target number of soldiers to at least 120,000?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Strengthening cooperation between the Swiss army and NATO
Should the Swiss Armed Forces expand their cooperation with NATO?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Re-export of Swiss weapons
Should the Federal Council be allowed to authorize other states to re-export Swiss weapons in cases of a war of aggression in violation of international law (e.g., the attack on Ukraine)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Scumonda da visar automaticamain la fatscha en locals publics
Should automatic facial recognition be banned in public spaces?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Denounce the Schengen Agreement and strengthen border controls
Should Switzerland terminate the Schengen agreement with the EU and reintroduce more security checks directly on the border? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Foreign trade & foreign policy
Seek closer relations with the EU
Are you in favor of closer relations with the European Union (EU)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Es braucht eine enge Zusammenarbeit mit unserem wichtigsten Handelspartner. Einen EU-Beitritt lehne ich aber entschieden ab.
Seek a comprehensive free trade agreement with the United States
Should Switzerland strive for a comprehensive free trade agreement (including agriculture) with the USA?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comply with social and environmental standards
Should Swiss companies be obliged to ensure that their subsidiaries and suppliers operating abroad comply with social and environmental standards?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Terminate bilateral agreements with the EU
Should Switzerland terminate the Bilateral Agreements with the EU and seek a free trade agreement without the free movement of persons?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Return to a strict interpretation of neutrality
Should Switzerland return to a strict interpretation of neutrality (renounce economic sanctions to a large extent)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Values
Security measures taken by the state
What is your position the following statement: "Someone who is not guilty, has nothing to fear from state security measures."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Free market economy
What is your position the following statement: "In the long term, everyone benefits from a free market economy in the long term."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Compensate for differences in income and wealth
What is your position the following statement: "It is necessary for the State to balance out differences in income and wealth through redistribution".
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Comment
Es ist wichtig, dass der von der Allgemeinheit finanzierte Staat den Zugang zu Bildung und Gesundheit sicherstellt und in die Sicherheit und Infrastruktren investiert. Dafür soll der Bund Steuern, Abgaben etc. erheben. Dies aber immer mit dem Ziel, ein gutes Angebot für die BürgerInnen auf die Beine zu stellen und nicht, Unterschiede in der Bevölkerung zu reduzieren. Chancenvielfalt anstelle Ergebnisgleichheit.
Parent stays at home full time
What is your position the following statement: "It is best for a child, when one parent stays home full-time for childcare."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Comment
Das Familienmodell ist Privatsache und es gibt kein richtig oder falsch, das vom Staat gefördert werden soll.
Digitization offers more opportunities than risks
What is your position the following statement: "The ongoing digitalization offers significantly more opportunities than risks."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Punish criminals
What is your position the following statement: "Punishing criminals is more important than reintegrating them into society."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Stronger environmental protection
What is your position the following statement: "Stronger environmental protection is necessary, even if its application limits economic growth."
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
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Comment
Es sind Massnahmen zu treffen, welche die Internalisierung der externen Kosten vorsehen. Diese können gut zur Folge haben, dass gewisse Branchen, die heute CO2 intensiv sind, mehr Kosten zu tragen haben. Das wäre aber nichts als fair, wenn sie auch mehr CO2 verbrauchen. Hingegen würden andere entlastet, die CO2 arm produzieren.
Federal budget
Social protection: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Social services"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Education and research: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Education and research"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
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Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Road traffic (private motorized transport): spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Road traffic (motorised individual transport)"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
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National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
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Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
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Comment
In den kommenden 10 Jahren werden in der Schweiz über 1 Mio. Menschen in Pension gehen. Um die Renten dieser Generation und der jungen Menschen zu sichern, braucht es dringend eine strukturelle Reform der AHV. Eine langfristig sicher finanzierte AHV ist weiter die Voraussetzung, um die tiefen AHV-Renten überhaupt anheben zu können.