Johanna Bartholdi
FDP.Die Liberalen | 02.01
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
The focus of policy must be on reducing disincentives in the health care system, thereby lowering premiums.
Der Fokus der Politik muss auf dem Abbau von Fehlanreizen im Gesundheitswesen liegen, womit die Prämien sinken.
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
As long as the income of the partners is added together. If individualization of pensions is introduced, then each partner should receive his max. pension.
Solange die Einkommen der Partner zusammengezählt werden. Falls eine Individualisierung der Renten eingeführt wird, dann soll jeder Partner seine max. Rente erhalten.
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
As long as a return of 6 % on capital, at least half of which has been accumulated by the employer, is above the average return on the capital market. The statistical life span does not allow any other way.
Solange eine Rendite von 6 % auf einem Kapital, das mindestens zur Hälfte durch den Arbeitgeber geäufnet worden ist, über der durchschnittlichen Rendite auf dem Kapitalmarkt entspricht. Die statistische Lebensdauer erlauben keinen anderen Weg.
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
I could agree to an increase of paternity leave to 4 weeks or the free choice between father/mother, resp. parents to split the total of 18 weeks 50:50.
Einer Erhöhung des Vaterschaftsurlaubs auf 4 Wochen könnte ich zustimmen oder die freie Wahl zwischen Vater/Mutter, resp. Eltern die insgesamt 18 Wochen 50:50 aufzuteilen.
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
Rigid quotas only drive up the rents of unsubsidized housing.
Starre Quoten treiben nur die Mieten der nicht geförderten Wohnungen in die Höhe.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The legal guardians must be able to decide freely here, such a decision is their own responsibility, but if necessary they must then also bear the consequences.
Die Erziehungsberechtigten müssen hier frei entscheiden können, ein solcher Entscheid liegt in ihrer Eigenverantwortung, aber ggf. müssen sie dann auch Konsequenzen tragen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The state should limit itself to its core tasks. More and more restrictions weaken individual responsibility.
Der Staat soll sich auf seine Kernaufgaben beschränken. Immer mehr Einschränkungen schwächen die Eigenverantwortung.
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
The trend of calling the ambulance and going to the emergency room for every bobo must be broken. Minimum amounts must be set here.
Der Trend, dass wegen jedem Bobo die Ambulanz gerufen und der Notfall aufgesucht wird muss gebrochen werden. Hier sind Mindestbeträge festzulegen.
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
Within the framework of the restrictions during the COVID pandemic. These were extremely balanced compared with abroad.
Im Rahmen der Einschränkungen während der COVID-Pandemie. Diese waren verglichen mit dem Ausland äusserst ausgewogen.
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
At the same time, however, the flat rates of remuneration must be adjusted on a regular basis.
Gleichzeitig müssen aber die Vergütungspauschalen regelmässig angepasst werden.
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
There are limits that are partially exceeded today. In my opinion, quotas should definitely be introduced that allow the municipalities/school authorities to run separate classes if these quotas are exceeded.
Es gibt Grenzen, die heute teileweise überschritten werden. Es sollten m.E. unbedingt Quoten eingeführt werden, welche es den Gemeinden/Schulträgern erlaubt, beim Überschreiten dieser Quote, separative Klassen zu führen.
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
Only if this is accompanied by a clearer separation between academic and commercial professions. Commercial professions must be "de-academicized.
Nur wenn damit wieder eine klarere Trennung zwischen akademischen und gewerblichen Berufe einhergeht. Gewerbliche Berufe müssen "entakademisiert" werden.
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
Parents and guardians must be increasingly involved in early childhood education. Education cannot simply be left to the state.
Die Erziehungsberechtigten müssen vermehrt in die frühkindliche Förderung einbezogen werden. Die Erziehung ist nicht einfach dem Staat zu überlassen.
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
Only those who are integrated should be naturalized. This requires the practice applied today.
Nur wer integriert ist, soll eingebürgert werden. Dazu braucht es die heute angewandte Praxis.
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
When there is a shortage of skilled and general labor for qualified employees.
Wenn Fachkräfte- und allgemeiner Arbeitskräftemangel für qualifizierte Mitarbeitende herrscht.
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
It is imperative that this project be initiated. However, such centers would have to be under Swiss leadership and organization.
Dieses Projekt ist zwingend an die Hand zu nehmen. Solche Zentren müssten jedoch unter Schweizerischer Führung und Organisation stehen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
At the community level, there are other opportunities for participation (information events, participation procedures, etc.).
Auf Gemeindeebene gibt es andere Mitwirkungsmöglichkeiten (Infoveranstaltungen, Mitwirkungsverfahren etc.).
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Only legalization will prevent the black market and dealing.
Nur eine Legalisierung verhindert den Schwarzmarkt und das Dealer-Wesen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
With the necessary - as today - clarifications.
Mit den notwendigen - wie heute - Abklärungen.
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It is much more important that everyone can live the way he or she wants without being bothered, and gender - perceived or biological - is irrelevant.
Viel wichtiger ist, dass jeder und jede unbehelligt so leben kann, wie er will, dabei ist das Geschlecht - gefühlt oder biologisch - unerheblich.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
I see no reason to treat same-sex couples differently than heterosexual couples.
Ich sehe keinen Grund, gleichgeschlechtliche Paare anders zu behandeln als heterosexuelle Paare.
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
The current financial situation does not permit this. Low-tax strategies have rarely achieved their promised effect.
Die aktuelle Finanzsituation lässt dies nicht zu. Tiefsteuerstrategien haben selten ihre versprochene Wirkung erzielt.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This is a question of equal treatment, married couples, respectively registered partnerships verus single households, respectively concubinates.
Das ist eine Frage der Gleichbehandlung, verheirateter Paare, resp. eingetragene Partnerschaften verus Einzelhaushalte, resp. Konkubinate.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
These are assets that have already been taxed. Moreover, such an inheritance tax could destroy the future of family-owned SMEs.
Es handelt sich hier um bereits versteuertes Vermögen. Zudem könnte eine solche Erbschaftssteuer die Zukunft von familieneigenen KMU zerstören.
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
The NFA corresponds to a balanced and comprised solution.
Der NFA entspricht einer ausgewogenen und von Kompriss getragenen Lösung.
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
The market, not the state, has to regulate wages.
Der Markt und nicht der Staat hat die Löhne zu regeln.
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
Yes for capital adequacy rules; no to general ban on bonuses.
Ja für Eigenkapitalvorschriften; Nein zu generellem Bonusverbot.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In such a case, the jacket agreement to the EnG, which is currently being revised, would also have to provide for compensation for data supplied by customers to energy suppliers and regulate who bears the debtor risk. The distortions on the electricity market in 2022 have shown the weaknesses of complete liberalization.
Der in Revision befindende Mantelvertrag zum EnG müsste in einem solchen Fall auch die Entschädigung der Datenlieferungen der Kunden an die Energielieferanten vorsehen und regeln, wer das Debitorenrisiko trägt. Die Verwerfungen auf dem Strommarkt im Jahr 2022 haben die Schwächen der kompletten Liberalisierung aufgezeigt.
Make housing construction regulations more flexible
Should housing construction regulations be relaxed (e.g., noise protection, occupancy rates)?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
With more and more regulations, building is becoming more expensive and so are rents.
Mit immer mehr Vorschriften wird das Bauen verteuert und damit auch die Mieten.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Today's control mechanisms are already at play. The gap in inequality is already narrowing.
Die heutigen Kontrollmechanismen spielen bereits. Die Schere der Ungleichheiten verkleinert sich jetzt schon.
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In addition to the expansion, measures must also be taken to ensure that private motorized traffic does not switch to the subordinate network every time there is a traffic jam (navigation devices!!!).
Nebst dem Ausbau sind auch Massnahmen zu treffen, damit der motorisierte Individualverkehr MIV nicht bei jedem Stau auf das untergeordnete Netz ausweicht (Navigationsgeräte!!!).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The internal combustion engines will disappear by themselves with the production ban.
Die Verbrenner werden mit dem Produktionsverbot von selbst verschwinden.
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
Here, too, personal responsibility is required.
Auch hier ist Eigenverantwortung gefordert.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
When balancing the interests of increased self-production and environmental and landscape protection, potential energy parks should be weighted higher.
Bei der Interessenabwägung einer erhöhten Eigenproduktion und Umwelt- und Landschaftsschutz solten potenzielle Energie-Parke höher gewichtet werden.
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
Yes, and those of Generation IV.
Ja, und zwar diejenigen der Generation IV.
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
However, a certain level of utilization must be required, otherwise the public service offering for a larger region will have to be centralized.
Ein gewisser Auslastungsgrad muss jedoch gefordert werden, ansonsten muss der Service-Public-Angebot für eine grössere Region zentralisiert werden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Only for private households (basic supply), such progressive electricity tariffs could be a contribution to awareness. But not for industry and commerce, which already make great efforts to reduce consumption with appropriate investments. With progressive electricity tariffs, precisely such companies would be penalized.
Nur bei Privathaushalten (Grundversorgung), könnten solche progressive Stromtarife ein Beitrag zur Sensibilisierung sein. Nicht aber für Industrie- und Gewerbe, welche bereits heute grosse Anstrengungen zur Senkung des Verbrauchs mit entsprechenden Investitionen machen. Mit progressiven Stromtarifen würden genau solche Unternehmungen bestraft..
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Our land is too small for any more wildlife.
Unser Land ist zu klein für noch mehr Wildtiere.
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In the future, not only ecological production will be required, but also more efficient production.
Zukünftig ist nicht nur ökologische Produktion gefragt, sondern auch effizientere.
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
Compared to other countries, Switzerland already has extremely strict regulations. There is no reason to tighten them.
Die Schweiz kennt heute schon - verglichen mit dem Ausland - äusserst strenge Vorschriften. Eine Verschärfung drängt sich nicht auf.
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
Quotas are always bad. Biodiversity is already promoted and subsidized today by the ÖQV.
Quoten sind immer schlecht. Die Biodiversität wird heute schon durch die ÖQV gefördert und subventioniert.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
A lot can be achieved here with little effort.
Hier kann mit wenig Aufwand viel bewirkt werden.
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
Although this is an unattractive state intervention in economic freedom, it would be a good contribution "away from the throwaway society".
Zwar unschöner Staatseingriff in die Wirtschaftsfreiheit, wäre aber ein guter Beitrag "weg von der Wegwerfgesellschaft".
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Fast Internet promotes Switzerland's attractiveness as a business location.
Schnelles Internet fördert die Standortattraktivität der Schweiz.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The cantons should remain autonomous here and drive digitization forward independently according to their financial possibilities.
Die Kantone sollen hier autonom bleiben und die Digitalisierung gemäss ihren finanziellen Möglichkeiten eigenständig vorantreiben.
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
If this stops the disinformation (fake news).
Wenn damit die Desinformation (Fake News) gestoppt wird.
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
Comprehensive, neutral reporting cannot be guaranteed at discount prices.
Eine umfassende, neutrale Berichterstattung kann nicht zu Discount-Preisen gewährleistet 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
Because this creates two classes. The passive and active right to vote and to be elected must coincide, and that is only possible from the age of 18.
Weil damit zwei Klassen geschaffen werden. Das passive- und aktive Stimm- und Wahlrecht muss zusammenfallen und das ist nun mal erst möglich ab dem Alter von 18.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Federal spending is primarily determined by laws. Action must be taken at this level. The financial impact must be questioned and reviewed when legislation is made, not when it is then incurred.
Bundesausgaben werden vor allem durch Gesetze bestimmt. Auf dieser Ebene muss gehandelt werden. Die finanziellen Auswirkungen sind bei der Gesetzgebung zu hinterfragen und zu überprüfen und nicht, wenn sie dann anfallen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Compulsory military service - including for women - must be implemented more consistently. The war in Ukraine in particular clearly shows that a strong army is important.
Die Wehrpflicht - auch für Frauen - ist konsequenter umzusetzen. Gerade der Ukraine-Krieg zeigt eindeutig auf, dass eine starke Armee wichtig ist.
Strengthening cooperation between the Swiss army and NATO
Should the Swiss Armed Forces expand their cooperation with NATO?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In certain areas, this makes perfect sense.
In gewissen Bereichen macht dies absolut Sinn.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
With the current blockade, we are eliminating our own defense industry, which will move its production facilities abroad.
Mit der gegenwärtigen Blockade schaffen wir die eigene Rüstungsindustrie ab, die ihre Produktionsstätten ins Ausland verlagern wird.
Scumonda da visar automaticamain la fatscha en locals publics
Should automatic facial recognition be banned in public spaces?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Automatic facial recognition can prevent terrorism and vandalism.
Automatische Gesichtserkennung kann Terrorismus und Vandalismus verhindern.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The Schengen Agreement has only brought benefits to Switzerland.
Das Schengen-Abkommen hat der Schweiz nur Vorteile gebracht.
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
The EU is our most important trading partner. It is imperative to work on good relations.
Die EU ist nun mal unserer wichtigste Handelspartner. An den guten Beziehungen muss zwingend gearbeitet werden.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It is important to maintain trade relations not only with the EU, but also with the USA. The long-term economic development of the USA should be highly valued.
Es ist wichtig, dass nicht nur mit der EU Handelsbeziehungen gepflegt werden, sondern auch mit den USA. Die wirtschaftlich langfristige Entwicklung der USA ist hoch zu bewerten.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In the own company this can be implemented without high administrative effort. At the suppliers, this is only possible with a real paper war.
In der eignen Firma kann dies ohne hohen administrativen Aufwand umgesetzt werden. Bei den Zulieferer ist dies nur mit einem wahren Papierkrieg möglich.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The bilateral way is the right way.
Der bilaterale Weg ist der richtige Weg.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Thus, neutrality degenerates into cherry-picking. Neutrality as practiced today must nevertheless be weighed up on a case-by-case basis. It is important that Switzerland continues to try to mediate between the parties to the conflict.
So verkommt Neutralität zur Rosinenpickerei. Die heute gelebte Neutralität muss dennoch von Fall zu Fall abwägen. Wichtig dabei ist, dass die Schweiz weiterhin versucht, zwischen den Konfliktparteien zu vermitteln.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Basically correct, but there are situations (official mold) which contradict this statement.
Grundsätzlich richtig, aber es gibt Situationen (Amtsschimmel), welche dieser Aussage widersprechen.
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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Comment
A free market economy has brought us prosperity, not excessive regulations.
Eine freie Marktwirtschaft hat uns den Wohlstand gebracht, nicht überbordende Regelungen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The current tax system does exactly that. Higher incomes and assets are already taxed more in percentage terms and thus also in terms of amount. A tightening is not appropriate.
Das heutige Steuersystem macht genau dies. Höhere Einkommen und Vermögen werden heute schon prozentual und somit auch betragsmässig mehr belastet. Eine Verschärfung ist nicht angebracht.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
This may be true for a smaller portion of families, but not for the majority.
Das mag für einen kleineren Teil der Familien stimmen, jedoch nicht für die Mehrheit.
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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Comment
In some cases, we are only at the beginning here. An assessment of opportunities/risks is not yet possible.
Hier sind wir teilweise erst am Anfang. Eine Beurteilung Chancen/Risiken ist noch nicht möglich.
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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Comment
Higher penalties do not reduce crime (see USA).
Höhere Strafen senken die Kriminalität nicht (siehe USA).
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
Environmental protection is a social challenge and also needs a social change of mindset, which cannot be forced.
Der Umweltschutz ist eine gesellschaftliche Herausforderung und braucht auch einen gesellschaftlichen Sinneswandel, den kann man nicht erzwingen.
Federal budget
Social protection: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Social services"?
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Comment
The more we spend in this area, the weaker our own initiative. Social welfare should and must be a bridging aid for difficult times, but limited in time.
Je mehr wir in diesem Bereich ausgeben, desto schwächer ist die Eigeninitiative. Soziale Wohlfahrt sollte und müsste eine Überbrückungshilfe für schwierige Zeiten sein, aber eben zeitlich limitiert.
Education and research: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Education and research"?
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Comment
These are the resources of Switzerland.
Das sind die Ressourcen der Schweiz.
Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
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Comment
Agriculture also has to show initiative. Their production is not to be guided by the subsidies promised, but by efficiency and market conformity.
Auch die Landwirtschaft hat Eigeninitiative zu zeigen. Ihre Produktion ist nicht nach den in Aussicht gestellten Subventionen zu richten, sondern auf Effizienz und Marktkonformität.
Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
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Comment
Much is already being done to promote public transport. Much more emphasis should be placed on better utilization, with which public transport creates its own revenue.
Es wird bereits viel gemacht für die Förderung des öffentlichen Verkehrs. Es ist viel mehr Gewicht auf eine bessere Auslastung zu legen, womit der ÖV seine eigenen Einnahmen schafft.
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)"?
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Comment
The transport infrastructure is already overloaded in large parts, and expansions are necessary.
Die Verkehrsinfrastruktur ist in weiten Teilen bereits überlastet, Ausbauten sind notwendig.
Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
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Comment
Public safety is the responsibility of the cantons and municipalities.
Die öffentliche Sicherheit ist Aufgabe der Kantone und Gemeinden.
National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
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Comment
A serious army must also be well and modernly equipped.
Eine ernstzunehmende Armee muss auch gut und modern ausgerüstet sein.
Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
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Comment
Each development measure must be examined individually. No financial support without counterpart (e.g. asylum reception center abroad).
Jede Entwicklungsmassnahme muss einzeln geprüft werden. Keine finanzielle Unterstützung ohne Gegenleistung (z.B. Asylempfangszentrum im Ausland).
Comment
Life expectancy has increased steadily, and so has the duration of retirement. However, the retirement age should be made more flexible, i.e. both early and late retirement should be possible.
Die Lebenserwartung hat ständig zugenommen, somit auch die Dauer des Rentenbezugs. Das Rentenalter sollte aber flexibilisiert werden, d.h. sowohl Früh- oder Späterpensionierung sollte möglich sein.
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