Lorenzo Friedli
Jungfreisinnige | 04d.06
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 a task of the cantons, not the federal government.
Prämienverbilligungen sind eine Aufgabe der Kantone, 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
The current state of the AHV makes a strong expansion of benefits impossible. If the situation improves, the ceiling should be lifted in return for the abolition of previous marital bonuses (e.g. contribution privileges).
Der aktuelle Zustand der AHV verunmöglicht einen starken Leistungsausbau. Bei einer Verbesserung der Lage soll die Plafonierung aufgehoben werden, wenn im Gegenzug bisherige Ehe-Boni (z. B. Beitragsprivilegien) abgeschafft 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
Sustainable financing is needed for secure pensions in the long term. A reduction is necessary to stop the current, unplanned redistribution in the 2nd pillar. In the 2nd pillar, every person saves for himself.
Für langfristig sichere Renten braucht es eine nachhaltige Finanzierung. Eine Senkung ist notwendig, um die gegenwärtige, nicht vorgesehene Umverteilung in der 2. Säule zu stoppen. In der 2. Säule spart jede Person für sich 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
The current system with separate leaves is to be reformed and converted into 16 weeks of parental leave. The decision on the distribution of these weeks is to be open to all parents themselves.
Das heutige System mit getrennten Urlauben soll reformiert und in 16 Wochen Elternzeit umgewandelt werden. Die Entscheidung der Verteilung dieser Wochen soll allen Eltern selbst offenstehen.
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
This is an eventual responsibility of the municipalities, not the federal government.
Dies ist eine allfällige Aufgabe der Gemeinden, nicht 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 good thing. But whether someone wants to be vaccinated is a personal decision (self-determination).
Impfen ist eine gute Sache. Ob jemand sich impfen will, ist aber ein persönlicher Entscheid (Selbstbestimmung).
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
Eating is an individual decision. We don't need a nanny state.
Essen ist eine individuelle Entscheidung. Wir brauchen keinen Nanny-Staat.
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
Freedom of choice in health insurance premiums is to be further expanded. Those who want to should be able to contribute more to the costs. In return, more favorable health insurance premiums can be offered.
Die Wahlfreiheit bei der Krankenkassenprämie soll weiter ausgebaut werden. Wer will, soll sich stärker an den Kosten beteiligen können. Dafür können günstigere Krankenkassenprämien angeboten 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
First and foremost, the role of Parliament must be strengthened. One must know: In extraordinary emergencies, the Federal Council always has the option of applying emergency law.
Es gilt in erster Linie die Rolle des Parlaments zu stärken. Man muss wissen: In ausserordentlichen Notlagen hat der Bundesrat 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
The cantons have a responsibility to cooperate better across their cantonal borders. However, the competencies should remain at the cantonal level.
Die Kantone sind in der Verantwortung, über ihre Kantonsgrenzen besser zusammenzuarbeiten. Die Kompetenzen sollen aber auf kantonaler Ebene bleiben.
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 concept encounters its limits in practice: Teachers are overworked and often not sufficiently trained to address the special needs of students. This leads to higher costs without added value.
Das Konzept stösst in der Praxis seine Grenzen: Die Lehrkräfte sind überlastet und oft nicht ausreichend geschult, um auf die besonderen Bedürfnisse der Schülerinnen und Schüler einzugehen. Dies führt zu höheren Kosten ohne Mehrwert.
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
Switzerland is also successful because of its dual education system with vocational apprenticeships and universities of applied sciences. The canton of St.Gallen is an example of how the quality and the requirements for gymnasiale Maturität can be kept high.
Die Schweiz ist auch wegen dem dualen Ausbildungssystem mit Berufslehren und Fachhochschulen erfolgreich. Der Kanton St.Gallen zeigt beispielhaft vor, wie die Qualität und die Anforderungen an gymnasiale Maturität hochgehalten werden können.
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
Education creates equal opportunities.
Bildung schafft Chancengleichheit.
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
A certain liberalization (simplification of procedures) is correct, but the integration requirements should remain. However, naturalization requires integration, which takes time. There is no right to naturalization.
Eine gewisse Liberalisierung (Verfahrensvereinfachung) ist richtig, aber die Integrationsanforderungen sollen erhalten bleiben. Eine Einbürgerung setzt aber Integration voraus, die ihre Zeit benötigt. Es gibt kein Recht auf Einbürgerung.
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
Highly qualified workers, who are lacking in individual sectors in Switzerland, should be allowed to work here in limited numbers. In recent years, the quotas have never been exhausted, but with the coming retirement of the baby boomer generation, we need to think more deeply about the availability of skilled workers.
Hochqualifizierte Arbeitskräfte, die in der Schweiz in einzelnen Branchen fehlen, sollen hier in begrenzter Zahl arbeiten dürfen. In den letzten Jahren wurden die Kontingente nie ausgeschöpft, dennoch müssen wir uns mit der kommenden Pensionierung der Babyboomer-Generation vertiefte Gedanken über die Verfügbarkeit von Fachkräften machen.
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
Asylum procedures should in principle be carried out in Switzerland.
Asylverfahren sollen grundsätzlich in der Schweiz durchgeführt werden.
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
There should be no automatism. Moreover, rights go hand in hand with duties (e.g. military service). Those who want to have a say should become naturalized citizens.
Es soll keinen Automatismus geben. Zudem gehen mit Rechten auch Pflichten einher (z.B. Militärdienst). Wer mitbestimmen will, soll sich einbürgern lassen.
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Cannabis is not more dangerous than alcohol, that's why it should be legalized in a regulated way.
Cannabis ist nicht gefährlicher wie Alkohol, darum soll es reguliert legalisiert werden.
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
Persons with an incurable, limiting illness should be given the opportunity to end their suffering with dignity.
Personen mit einer unheilbaren, einschränkenden Krankheit sollen die Möglichkeit bekommen würdig ihr Leiden zu beenden.
Introdurre un terzo sesso ufficiale
Should a third official gender be introduced alongside "female" and "male"?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It would be correct if gender no longer played a role at all in as many places as possible.
Korrekt 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
It is not the task of the state to regulate love.
Es ist nicht die Aufgabe des Staates, Liebe zu regulieren.
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
We have long been calling for individual taxation independent of civil status. In 2022, we were allowed to submit a corresponding popular initiative together with the FDP Women.
Wir fordern schon lange eine zivilstandsunabhängige Individualbesteuerung. 2022 durften wir gemeinsam mit den FDP Frauen eine entsprechende Volksinitiative einreichen.
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
There are already progressive income taxes and a wealth tax. New taxes are not needed!
Es gibt bereits progressive Einkommenssteuern und eine Vermögenssteuer. Neue Steuern braucht es nicht!
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
Already today, over 5.5 billion francs are redistributed each year in the fiscal equalization system. However, incentives are to be created so that more cantons become donor cantons instead of recipient cantons.
Bereits heute werden jedes Jahr über 5,5 Milliarden Franken im Finanzausgleich umverteilt. Allerdings sollen Anreize geschaffen werden, damit mehr Kantone von Nehmer- zu Geberkantonen werden.
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
Wages and working conditions are regulated privately between employees and employers (social partnership). The liberal labor market is a cornerstone of our successful model!
Löhne und Arbeitsbedingungen werden privatwirtschaftlich zwischen Arbeitnehmer und Arbeitgeber (Sozialpartnerschaft) geregelt. Der liberale Arbeitsmarkt ist ein Grundstein unseres Erfolgsmodells!
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
The Credit Suisse tragedy showed that the existing regulations must be reviewed for their effect and adjusted if necessary. Simply introducing more regulations now is the wrong way to go.
Die Credit Suisse Tragödie zeigte, dass die bestehenden Regulierungen auf ihre Wirkung überprüft und gegebenenfalls angepasst werden muss. Nun einfach mehr Regulierungen einzuführen ist der falsche Weg.
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.
Mehr Wettbewerb führt zu tieferen Preisen und verbessert die Qualität der Dienstleistung.
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
In order to be able to provide sufficient living space, we must relax regulations. Especially regulations that hinder densification should be adapted.
Um genügend Wohnraum zur Verfügung zu stellen können, müssen wir Vorschriften lockern. Gerade Vorschriften, welche die Verdichtung behindern sollen angepasst werden.
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
A state wage police would be a bureaucratic nightmare. Wages are a matter for the social partners (employers and trade unions).
Eine staatliche Lohnpolizei wäre ein bürokratischer Albtraum. Löhne sind Sache der Sozialpartner (Arbeitgeber und Gewerkschaften).
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
An efficient infrastructure is central to our country, but the primary aim is to develop better alternatives to the private car and to make greater use of the opportunities offered by home offices and different working hours.
Eine leistungsfähige Infrastruktur ist für unser Land zentral, jedoch sollen primär bessere Alternativen zum MIV ausgebaut werden bzw. die Möglichkeiten von Homeoffice und unterschiedlichen Arbeitszeiten vermehrt genutzt werden.
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
Bans are fundamentally the wrong way to go. It should remain an individual decision.
Verbote sind grundsätzlich der falsche Weg. Es soll ein individueller Entscheid bleiben.
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
Bans don't work; incentives achieve more sustainable and successful progress.
Verbote funktionieren nicht, über Anreize erreicht man nachhaltigere und erfolgreiche Fortschritte.
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
In order to achieve the energy turnaround, we must now consistently expand renewable energies such as hydropower, solar power and wind power. Projects such as the raising of the Grimsel dam should have been implemented long ago.
Um die Energiewende zu erreichen, müssen wir nun konsequent erneuerbare Energien wie Wasser-, Solar- und Windkraft ausbauen. Projekte wie die Erhöhung der Grimselstaumauer hätten längst umgesetzt werden müssen.
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
Technology openness is a liberal principle, which is why a legal ban on new construction is disturbing. The alternative, the new construction of gas-fired power plants, is not an option for reasons of climate policy and gives itself into the dependence of autocrats.
Die Technologieoffenheit ist ein liberales Prinzip, darum stört ein gesetzliches Neubauverbot. Unter gewissen Voraussetzungen sollen neue Kraftwerke (z.B. an den heutigen Standorten) gebaut werden dürfen. Die Alternative, der Neubau von Gaskraftwerken, ist aus klimapolitischen Gründen keine Option und gibt sich in die Abhängigkeit von Autokraten. Der massive Zubau von erneuerbaren Energien ist unverzichtbar, ist aber wegen der Blockaden der links-grünen Umweltverbänden aktuell kaum erreichbar.
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 provide a good quality basic service, but the services must have a certain relationship to demand.
Auch in ländlichen Regionen hat der Staat eine qualitativ gute Grundversorgung zu gewährleisten, jedoch müssen die Leistungen 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Progressive electricity prices would accelerate deindustiralization and significantly weaken Swiss industry or increase foreign dependence on certain products.
Progressive Strompreise würden die Deindustiralisierung beschleunigen und die Schweizer Industrie markant schwächen bzw. die Auslandsabhängigkeit von gewissen Produkten erhöhen.
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
The current protection provisions are to be adapted to today's conditions on a selective basis.
Die aktuellen Schutzbestimmungen sollen punktuell an die heutigen Verhältnisse angepasst werden.
Direct payments for farms
Should direct payments only be granted to farmers with proof of ecological performance?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The entire subsidy policy in agriculture should be questioned. Direct payments cement the status quo and block any progress and innovation in agriculture.
Die gesamte Subventionspolitik in der Landwirtschaft soll hinterfragt werden. Mit den Direktzahlungen wird der Status quo einzementiert und jeglichen Fortschritt und Innovation in der Landwirtschaft blockiert.
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
The standards are already high today, but can be adapted selectively. This benefits the animals as well as the quality of the products.
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
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Radical bans are the wrong way to go. Such measures are tantamount to market foreclosure in some cases, as products from developing and emerging countries no longer have to be imported or repackaged at great expense.
Radikale Verbote sind der falsche Weg. Solche Massnahmen kommen punktuell einer Marktabschottung gleich, da Produkte aus Entwicklungs- und Schwellenländer nicht mehr importiert oder aufwändig umgepackt werden müssen.
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
The circular economy is a good thing. But it should be shaped by companies and also meet their needs.
Die Kreislaufwirtschaft ist eine gute Sache. Doch sie soll jedoch durch die Unternehmen geprägt sein und auch ihre Bedürfnisse erfüllen.
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
An efficient mobile communications network is indispensable in the 21st century. However, this is not a task for the state, but for the mobile network providers. However, the state must ensure fast and lean approval processes (e.g., fewer blockades due to objections).
Ein leistungsfähiges Mobilfunknetz ist im 21. Jahrhundert unverzichtbar. Dies ist aber keine Staatsaufgabe, sondern die der Mobilfunkanbieter. Der Staat hat jedoch für schnelle und schlanke Bewilligungsprozesse zu sorgen (z.B. weniger Blockaden durch Einsprachen).
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
Certain national standards are desirable so that the systems are compatible with each other. One example would be the electronic identity (E-ID).
Gewisse nationale Standards sind wünschenswert, damit die Systeme miteinander kompatibel sind. Ein Beispiel wäre die elektronische Identiät (E-ID).
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
Government regulation would restrict technological progress too much.
Eine staatliche Regulierung würde den Technologiefortschritt allzu stark einschränken.
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
A strong public broadcaster is central to cohesion in our country, but the fees must be used economically and any surpluses must be repaid.
Ein starker öffentlich-rechtlicher Rundfunk ist zentral für den Zusammenhalt in unserem Land, jedoch muss mit den Gebühren haushälterisch umgegangen werden und Überschüsse zurückgezahlt 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
New rights should always be accompanied by new obligations. Good participation opportunities for young people are already available. We are also of the opinion that the age of consent should be the yardstick for the voting age. If the voting age of 16 is desired, then there should be a fundamental discussion about the age of consent.
Mit neuen Rechten sollte immer auch neue Pflichten verbunden sein. Gute Partizipationsmöglichkeiten für Jugendliche sind bereits vorhanden. Weiter sind wir der Ansicht, dass das Erreichen der Mündigkeit der Massstab für das Stimmrechtalter sein soll. Wenn das Stimmrechtsalter 16 gewollt ist, dann müsste eine grundsätzliche Diskussion über das Mündigkeitsalter geführt werden.
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
The optional financial referendum is already a strongly established instrument in many cantons (e.g. also in the canton of St.Gallen). An extension to the federal level is therefore desirable.
Das fakultative Finanzreferendum ist bereits heute in vielen Kantonen (z. B. auch im Kanton St.Gallen) ein stark verankertes Instrument. Eine Ausweitung auf Bundesebene ist daher wünschenswert.
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
In order for the armed forces to fulfill their constitutional mandate, the size and budget of the armed forces must be discussed in detail. However, a blanket increase is not expedient.
Damit die Armee ihren Verfassungsauftrag erfüllen kann, muss detailliert über die Grösse und Budget der Armee diskutiert werden. Eine pauschale Erhöhung ist allerdings nicht zielführend.
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
Stronger cooperation is important for Switzerland's security. NATO membership, on the other hand, should be clearly rejected.
Eine stärkere Zusammenarbeit ist für die Sicherheit der Schweiz wichtig. Ein NATO-Beitritt ist hingegen klar abzulehnen.
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
Switzerland should not block re-exports to Western democracies as long as they have an export control system comparable to ours. With a change of system, as proposed by the FDP, the problem would be solved.
Die Schweiz soll den Reexport an westliche Demokratien nicht blockieren, solange diese über ein Exportkontrollsystem verfügen, das mit unserem vergleichbar ist. Mit einer Systemänderung, wie von der FDP vorgeschlagen, wäre das Problem gelöst.
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
Systamatic monitoring must be vehemently rejected.
Eine systamatische Überwachung ist vehement abzulehnen.
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/Dublin Agreement creates security (Schengen Information System) and prevents Switzerland from becoming a magnet for asylum seekers from the EU. Furthermore, border controls would lead to a traffic collapse and long waiting times at border crossings, especially in border areas.
Das Schengen/Dublin Abkommen schafft Sicherheit (Schengener Informationssystem) und verhindert, dass die Schweiz zum Magneten für Asylbewerber aus der EU wird. Weiter würden Grenzkontrollen gerade in Grenzgebieten zu einem Verkehrskollaps und langen Wartezeiten an den Grenzübergängen führen.
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 safeguarded, further developed and expanded in places. However, accession or greater political integration must be rejected.
Der Bilaterale Weg muss gesichert, weiterentwickelt und stellenweise ausgebaut werden. Ein Beitritt oder eine stärkere politische Integration ist jedoch abzulehnen.
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
Free trade agreements are of central importance to our economy, benefiting consumers as well as our companies.
Freihandelsabkommen sind für unsere Volkswirtschaft von zentraler Bedeutung, so profitieren Konsumentinnen und Konsumenten, wie auch unsere Unternehmen.
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
This is far too extreme. A small nursery that imports flowers has only limited control over suppliers abroad. A corresponding initiative was rejected only recently.
Das ist viel zu extrem. Eine kleine Gärtnerei, die Blumen importiert, kann die Zulieferer im Ausland nur begrenzt kontrollieren. Eine entsprechende Initiative wurde erst vor kurzem abgelehnt.
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 |
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Comment
The bilateral path must be safeguarded, further developed and expanded in places. However, accession or greater political integration must be rejected.
Der Bilaterale Weg muss gesichert, weiterentwickelt und stellenweise ausgebaut werden. Ein Beitritt oder eine stärkere politische Integration ist jedoch abzulehnen.
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
Neutrality is not an end in itself, but should serve Switzerland's security and foreign policy.
Die Neutralität ist kein Selbstzweck, sondern soll der Sicherheit und der Aussenpolitik der Schweiz dienen.
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."
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Comment
There is an absolute right to privacy. Any moves toward a Chinese-style surveillance state must be consistently rejected.
Es gilt ein absolutes Recht auf Privatsphäre. Jegliche Vorstösse in Richtung eines Überwachungsstaates chinesischen Vorbildes ist konsequent abzulehnen.
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."
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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".
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Comment
The state should finance certain services (national defense, infrastructure, schools, etc.) that benefit everyone.
Der Staat soll gewisse Leistungen (Landesverteidigung, Infrastruktur, Schulen etc.) finanzieren, die allen zugutekommen.
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."
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Comment
This decision is left to the parents alone.
Diese Entscheidung ist alleine den Eltern überlassen.
Digitization offers more opportunities than risks
What is your position the following statement: "The ongoing digitalization offers significantly more opportunities than risks."
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Punish criminals
What is your position the following statement: "Punishing criminals is more important than reintegrating them into society."
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Comment
Everyone deserves a 2nd chance. Reintegration into society is mandatory and must begin in prison.
Jeder hat eine 2. Chance verdient. Eine Wiedereingliederung in die Gesellschaft ist zwingend und muss bereits in der Strafanstalt beginnen.
Stronger environmental protection
What is your position the following statement: "Stronger environmental protection is necessary, even if its application limits economic growth."
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Comment
There is no contradiction between the economy and environmental protection. Every investment in technology, heat insulation or innovative, sustainable processes also increases economic growth. It would be fatal to strive for deindustrialization and lower economic output.
Es gibt keinen Widerspruch zwischen Wirtschaft und Umweltschutz. Jede Investition in Technologie, Wärmedämmung oder innovative, nachhaltige Prozesse steigert auch Wirtschaftswachstum. Eine Deindustrialisierung und eine tiefere Wirtschaftsleistung anzustreben wäre fatal.
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
We need to stop more money being redistributed by the state every year.
Wir müssen stoppen, dass jedes Jahr mehr Geld durch den Staat umverteilt wird.
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
Investments in education are investments in the future and strengthen the promise of advancement.
Investitionen in Bildung sind Investitionen in die Zukunft und stärken das Aufstiegsversprechen.
Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
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|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Agriculture must be liberalized and regulations dismantled. This will allow farmers to earn more from the sale of their products. Direct payments and other subsidies should be greatly reduced.
Die Landwirtschaft muss liberalisiert und Vorschriften abgebaut werden. So können Bauern mehr durch den Verkauf ihrer Produkte verdienen. Direktzahlungen und weitere Subventionen sollen stark reduziert werden.
Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
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Comment
The subsidies are currently high. For the desirable expansion of services, user participation should be increased (true costs).
Die Subventionen sind aktuell hoch. Für den wünschenswerten Leistungsausbau soll die Beteiligung der Nutzer erhöht werden (Kostenwahrheit).
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 subsidies are currently high. For the desirable expansion of services, user participation should be increased (true costs).
Die Subventionen sind aktuell hoch. Für den wünschenswerten Leistungsausbau soll die Beteiligung der Nutzer erhöht werden (Kostenwahrheit).
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 security institutions must refocus on their core tasks. Any expansion of activities that affect privacy must be refrained from.
Die Institutionen im Bereich der öffentlichen Sicherheit müssen sich wieder auf ihre Kernaufgaben fokussieren. Jegliche Ausweitung der Tätigkeiten, welche die Privatsphäre tangieren sind zu unterlassen.
National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
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Comment
With the budget increase decreed by parliament, more is already being spent on national defense. This level is currently high enough and further increases should only happen on a project basis and no longer as a "blank check".
Mit der durch das Parlament verfügten Budgeterhöhung wird nun schon mehr für die Landesverteidigung ausgegeben. Dieses Niveau ist aktuell hoch genug und weitere Erhöhungen sollen nur noch projektbezogen und nicht mehr als "Blanko-Scheck" passieren.
Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
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Comment
The current state of the AHV requires an adjustment of the retirement age. The pension initiative of the Young Free Alliance shows a feasible way forward and does without a reduction in benefits.
Der aktuelle Zustand der AHV bedingt eine Anpassung des Rentenalters. Die Rentenititiative der Jungfreisinnigen zeigt einen gangbaren Weg auf und verzichtet auf einen Leistungsabbau.
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