Tobias Frehner
Jungfreisinnige | 25.23.2
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
Premium reductions are the responsibility of the cantons and not the federal government.
Prämienverbilligungen sind Aufgabe der Kantone und nicht des Bundes.
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
To achieve this, existing bonuses (contribution privileges, widow's pensions, etc.) must be reduced.
Dafür müssen bestehende Boni (Beitragprivilegien, Verwittwetenrenten usw.) reduziert werden.
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
Today, far too high pensions are paid, which leads to an unfair redistribution in the 2nd pillar. However, this redistribution was never intended. Because in the 2nd pillar, everyone saves for themselves.
Heute werden viel zu hohe Renten bezahlt, was zu einer ungerechten Umverteilung in der 2. Säule führt. Diese Umverteilung war so allerdings nie vorgesehen. Denn in der 2. Säule spart jeder und jede für dich selber.
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 call for the introduction of a parental leave of 16 weeks, which can be freely divided among couples. These 16 weeks replace the existing 14 weeks of maternity leave and the 2 weeks of paternity leave. As before, this is to be financed through the income replacement scheme. The decisive factor for the entitlement to parental leave should be the fact that the person has a child-rearing function. Parental leave can be taken flexibly for one year.
Ich fordere die Einführung einer Elternzeit von 16 Wochen, welche unter den Paaren frei aufgeteilt werden kann. Diese 16 Wochen ersetzen die bereits bestehenden 14 Wochen Mutterschaftsurlaub und die 2 Wochen Vaterschaftsurlaub. Finanziert soll dies, wie bis anhin, über die Erwerbsersatzordnung werden. Massgebend für die Berechtigung des Bezugs soll der Umstand sein, dass die Personen eine Erziehungsfunktion wahrnehmen. Die Elternzeit kann während einem Jahr flexibel bezogen werden.
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
That is not the job of the federal government.
Das ist nicht die Aufgabe des Bundes.
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
Vaccination is a personal decision. That's why families should be able to decide for themselves whether they want to have their child vaccinated or not. However, I am not at all opposed to vaccination and regularly get vaccinated against the flu.
Impfen ist eine persönliche Entscheidung. Darum sollen Familien auch selber bestimmen können, ob sie ihr Kind impfen lassen wollen oder nicht. Ich bin allerdings überhaupt kein Impfgegner und lasse mich regelmässig auch gegen die Grippe impfen.
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
Definitely no new taxes and levies by the state. What is needed, however, is good education in schools about the risks of too much sugar.
Definitiv keine neuen Steuern und Abgaben durch den Staat. Es braucht allerdings eine gute Aufklärung über die Risiken von zu viel Zucker in den Schulen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
It is important that the role of Parliament be strengthened. In an emergency, however, the Federal Council always has the option of applying emergency law.
Es ist wichtig, dass die Rolle des Parlaments gestärkt wird. In einer Notlage hat der Bundesrat allerdings immer die Möglichkeit, Notrecht anzuwenden.
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
That is the task of the cantons. They must ensure that there is better cooperation outside the cantons as well.
Das ist die Aufgabe der Kantone. Sie müssen sicherstellen, dass auch ausserkantonal besser zusammengearbeitet wird.
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
The current feedback from parents and teachers shows that this concept is not fit for the future. The teachers are overworked and can no longer sufficiently meet the needs of the students.
Die aktuellen Feedbacks von Eltern und Lehrer zeigt, dass sich dieses Konzept nicht zukunftstauglich ist. Die Lehrkräfte sind überlastet und können den Bedürfnissen der Schülerinnen und Schülern nicht mehr genügend Rechnung tragen.
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
It is imperative to have more learners and fewer high school graduates
Es braucht unbedingt mehr Lernende und weniger Maturanden
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
The quotas must first be exhausted before we increase them. The processes, especially for start-ups and family businesses, must be simplified. So that these companies can recruit highly qualified specialists from third countries more easily.
Die Kontingente müssen zuerst einmal ausgeschöpft werden, bevor wir sie erhöhen. Die Prozesse, insbesondere für Start-ups und Familienunternehmen, müssen vereinfacht werden. Damit diese Unternehmen einfacher hoch qualifizierte Fachkräfte aus Drittstaaten rekrutieren können.
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
In principle, I am in favor of asylum procedures being carried out in Switzerland. However, I also welcome the EU's efforts to introduce simplified procedures for people from safe third countries at the Schengen external borders.
Grundsätzlich befürworte ich, dass Asylverfahren in der Schweiz durchgeführt werden. Allerdings begrüsse ich auch die Bestrebungen der EU, an den Schengen-Aussengrenzen vereinfachte Verfahren für Menschen aus sicheren Drittstaaten einzuführen.
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
I am clearly of the opinion that one should also be naturalized for a right of co-determination.
Ich bin ganz klar der Meinung, dass man sich für ein Mitbestimmungsrecht auch einbürgern lassen soll.
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
In principle, there should no longer be a gender in the law.
Im Gesetz soll es grundsätzlich kein Geschlecht mehr geben.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The Freisinn has been calling for individual taxation independent of civil status since 1984 and successfully submitted an initiative to this effect in 2022.
Der Freisinn fordert schon seit 1984 eine zivilstandsunabhängige Individualbesteuerung und hat 2022 eine entsprechende Initiative erfolgreich eingereicht.
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
Considering that there are already progressive income taxes and a wealth tax, I clearly reject an additional inheritance tax.
In Anbetracht dessen, dass es bereits progressive Einkommenssteuern und eine Vermögenssteuer gibt, lehne ich eine zusätzliche Erbschaftssteuer ganz klar ab.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
More competition leads to lower prices and improves the quality of service. In addition, liberalization of the electricity market is one of the most important prerequisites for concluding an electricity market agreement with the EU.
Mehr Wettbewerb führt zu tieferen Preisen und verbessert die Qualität der Dienstleistung. Zudem ist eine Liberalisierung des Strommarktes eine der wichtigsten Voraussetzungen, um mit der EU ein Strommarktabkommen abzuschliessen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
I personally believe that a state wage police would be a bureaucratic nightmare. I see the regulation of wages as the task of the social partners, i.e. employers and trade unions. They should share responsibility for setting wages.
Ich persönlich bin der Überzeugung, dass eine staatliche Lohnpolizei einen bürokratischen Albtraum darstellen würde. Ich sehe die Regelung der Löhne als Aufgabe der Sozialpartner, also der Arbeitgeber und Gewerkschaften. Sie sollten gemeinsam die Verantwortung für die Lohnfestlegung tragen.
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
The population has already shown very often that it does not want any new bans and restrictions. Politicians must finally accept this.
Die Bevölkerung hat schon sehr oft gezeigt, dass sie keine neuen Verbote und Einschränkungen will. Das muss die Politik endlich akzeptieren.
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
A stable energy supply for future generations requires careful consideration of our existing domestic production facilities. In doing so, we must avoid technological bans, as they hinder progress and innovation. Instead, policymakers now have the task of creating the legal framework to enable the use of new generations of nuclear power technologies in the long term.
Eine stabile Energieversorgung für kommende Generationen erfordert eine sorgfältige Betrachtung unserer bestehenden heimischen Produktionsanlagen. Dabei müssen wir technologische Verbote vermeiden, da sie Fortschritt und Innovation behindern. Stattdessen hat die Politik jetzt die Aufgabe, die rechtlichen Rahmenbedingungen zu schaffen, um langfristig die Nutzung neuer Generationen von Kernkrafttechnologien zu ermöglichen.
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
Even in rural regions, the state has to ensure good-quality basic services. The question is what "comprehensive" means. The services must have a certain relationship to demand.
Auch in ländlichen Regionen hat der Staat eine qualitativ gute Grundversorgung zu gewährleisten. Die Frage ist, was "umfassend" meint. Die Leistungen müssen einen gewissen Bezug zur Nachfrage aufweisen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
More decisive than an abstract number is the quality of the areas. 30% in the high mountains hardly brings the desired effect.
Entscheidender als eine abstrakte Zahl ist die Qualität der Flächen. 30 % im Hochgebirge bringt kaum die erwünschte 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
New mobile communications standards are essential for the development of the Swiss economy. That is why Switzerland must always lead the way as a pioneer and make targeted use of its locational advantage.
Neue Mobilfunkstandards sind unerlässlich für die Entwicklung der Schweizer Wirtschaft. Darum muss die Schweiz jeweils als Pionierin vorangehen und ihren Standortvorteil gezielt nutzen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
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
With the spending and debt brake, the federal government already has effective instruments for controlling spending.
Mit der Ausgaben- und Schuldenbremse kennt der Bund bereits wirksame Instrumente zur Steuerung der Ausgaben.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
However, joining NATO is not up for discussion as far as I am concerned.
Ein NATO-Beitritt steht für mich allerdings nicht zur Diskussion.
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
The bilateral path must be maintained and further developed at all costs. However, I strictly reject EU accession.
Der bilaterale Weg muss unbedingt erhalten und weiterentwickelt werden. Einen EU-Beitritt lehne ich allerdings strikt 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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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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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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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"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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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"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 |
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Comment
Almost all other Western European countries have adapted their retirement age to rising life expectancy and raised the retirement age to 67 to 68 by 2023 in order to safeguard their old-age provision. I support the pension initiative and thus do not want to go quite that far: By raising the retirement age by 2 months per year, we will achieve a retirement age of 66 by 2032 and thus gradually align with life expectancy without exaggerating.
Fast alle anderen westeuropäischen Länder haben ihr Rentenalter der steigenden Lebenserwartung angepasst und das Rentenalter bis 2023 auf 67 bis 68 Jahre erhöht, um ihre Altersvorsorge zu sichern. Ich unterstütze die Renteninitiative und will dadurch nicht ganz so weit gehen: Mit einer Erhöhung des Rentenalters um 2 Monate pro Jahr erreichen wir ein Rentenalter 66 bis 2032 und damit eine schrittweise Angleichung an die Lebenserwartung, ohne zu übertreiben.
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