Silvan Künzle
Jungfreisinnige | 04e.09
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
Combating symptoms and not causes. To be rejected from a regulatory perspective.
Symptom- und keine Ursachenbekämpfung. Aus ordnungspolitischer Sicht abzulehnen.
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 AHV is to be made independent of civil status.
Die AHV soll zivilstandsunabhängig ausgestalt 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
The existing conversion rate is out of touch with reality and cannot be financed.
Der bestehende Umwandlungssatz ist realitätsfremd und nicht finanzierbar.
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 organization of childcare is basically a matter for the parents. However, a reform to 16 weeks of parental leave is conceivable in principle.
Die Organisation der Kinderbetreeung ist grundsätzlich Sache der Eltern. Ein Reform auf 16 Wochen Elternzeit ist aber grundsätzlich denkbar.
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
Subsidiarity principle: Federal Berne is too far away to take into account in these primarily local-specific problems, that is the task of the municipalities.
Subsidaritätsprinzip: Bundesbern ist zu weit weg, um in diesen vor allem lokal-spezifischen Problemen Rechnung zu tragen, das ist Aufgabe der Gemeinden.
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 positive effects of vaccinations on our society are undisputed. Nevertheless, such measures would drive groups of people (Covid-19 opponents) even more into opposition. Quite apart from that, vaccination is a personal decision.
Die positiven Auswirkungen von Impfungen auf unsere Gesellschaft sind unbestritten. Dennoch würden solche Massnahmen Personengruppen (Covid-19- Gegner) noch stärker in die Opposition treiben. Ganz abgesehen davon ist die Impfung ein persönlicher Entscheid.
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
Unnecessary.
Unnötig.
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
Extraordinary times require extraordinary measures. Compared to other countries, the pandemic management in Switzerland was a success. The current parliament is not capable of making good and, above all, timely decisions in such situations. It is important that the parliament sooner or later exercises its supervision and corrects, respectively re-sharpen.
Ausserordentliche Zeiten erfordern ausserordentliche Massnahmen. Im Vergleich zum Ausland war die Pandemiebewältigung in der Schweiz ein Erfolg. Das aktuelle Parlament ist nicht dazu fähig, gute und vorallem rechtzeitige Entscheidungen in solchen Situationen zu treffen. Wichtig ist, dass das Parlament früher oder später seine Oberaufsicht ausübt und korrigiert, respektive nachschärft.
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
Although a violation of the subsidiarity principle: The Swiss hospital landscape is highly inefficient (e.g. Canton St.Gallen) and planning up to the cantonal border and no further is problematic. If one wants to get the health costs under control, one must start here. The cantons must cooperate more (e.g. health region east / central / west / south / north). If they fail to do so, the federal government will intervene sooner or later.
Obwohl ein Verstoss gegen das Subsidaritätsprinzip: Die Schweizer Spitallandschaft ist hochgradig inneffizient (bspw. Kanton St.Gallen) und die Planung bis zur Kantonsgrenze und nicht weiter ist problematisch. Will man die Gesundheitskosten in den Griff bekommen, muss man hier ansetzen. Die Kantone müssen stärker zusammenarbeiten (bspw. Gesundheitsregion Ost / Zentral / West / Süd / Nord). Schaffen sie das nicht, wird der Bund früher oder später intervenieren.
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
Unsolvable task with the existing financial and human resources: teachers are overloaded, attention is directed to the special cases. The rest of the class is neglected as a result.
Unlösbare Aufgabe mit den bestehenden finanziellen und personellen Ressourcen: Die Lehrkräfte sind überlastet, Aufmerksamkeiten richten sich an die Spezialfälle. Der Rest der Klasse wird dadurch vernachlässigt.
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
Equal opportunities: Talented and motivated individuals in Switzerland should not be excluded from educational opportunities due to a lack of financial resources.
Chancengleichheit: Talentierte und motivierte Personen in der Schweiz sollen nicht durch fehlende finanzielle Ressourcen von Bildungschancen ausgegrenzt werden.
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
Naturalization requires a high level of integration. There is no right to naturalization.
Eine Einbürgerung setzt einen hohen Stand an Integration voraus. 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
Indispensable to combat the shortage of skilled workers and labor. But: quotas are always inefficient, therefore the state and not the companies decide.
Zur Bekämpfung des Fach- und Arbeitskräftemangels unabdingbar. Aber: Kontingente sind stets ineffizient, daher der Staat und nicht die Unternehmen entscheiden.
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, asylum procedures should be conducted in Switzerland. Under certain circumstances, however, procedures should also be able to be handled in embassies.
Grundsätzlich sollen Asylverfahren in der Schweiz durchgeführt werden. Unter gewissen Umstände sollten Verfahren aber auch in Botschaften abgewickelt werden können.
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
Naturalization should continue to serve as an instrument for this purpose.
Dafür soll die Einbürgerung weiterhin als Instrument dienen.
Society & ethics
Legalize cannabis use
Should cannabis use be legalized? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Controls are difficult and ineffective. Legalization could ensure quality standards and also generate tax revenue.
Kontrollen sind schwierig und ineffektiv. Durch die Legalisierung könnten Qualitätsstandards gesichert und auch Steuereinnahmen generiert 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
In principle, gender should not play a role for the legislator.
Das Geschlecht sollte für den Gesetzgeber grundsätzlich keine Rolle spielen.
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
Private matter
Privatsache
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
unrealistic, but yes certainly.
unrealistisch, aber ja sicherlich.
Tax married couples individually
Should married couples be taxed separately (individual taxation)? [BePart question]
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Marital status should not affect taxation.
Der Zivilstand sollte keinen Einfluss auf die Besteuerung haben.
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
Those who perform more should receive more. Why should descendants benefit from the achievements of their parents and grandparents? Of course, special cases (company owners, etc.) should be excluded and other taxes should be reduced in the event of a possible introduction.
Wer mehr leistet, soll mehr erhalten. Warum sollen Nachfahren von den Leistungen ihrer Eltern und Grosseltern profitieren? Natürlich sind Spezialfälle (Unternehmensinhaber etc.) auszuklammern und bei einer allfälligen Einführungen andere Steuern zurückzufahren.
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
Redistribution is already at a high level.
Umverteilung ist bereits auf einem hohen Stand.
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 banking sector is already heavily regulated. The problem lies deeper.
Der Bankensektor ist bereits stark reguliert. Das Problem liegt tiefer.
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, market economy and choice for households.
Mehr Wettbewerb, Marktwirtschaft und Wahlmöglichkeiten für Haushalte.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
Energy & transport
Restructure heavily trafficked sections of the highway
Should busy sections of highways be widened?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
In principle, yes. However, the roads are often only heavily congested a few hours a day. Accordingly, complementary measures should be considered before infrastructure costs get out of hand.
Grundsätzlich ja. Die Strassen sind aber vielfach nur an wenigen Stunden am Tag stark belastet. Entsprechend sind auch ergänzende Massnahmen in Betracht zu ziehen, bevor die Infrastrukturkosten ausufern.
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
On the way to climate neutrality, we need all technologies in the medium term to ensure supply, including combustion engines (e.g. hydrogen).
Auf dem Weg zur Klimaneutralität brauchen wir mittelfristig alle Technologien damit die Versorgung sichergestellt werden kann, dazu gehören auch Verbrennungsmotoren (bspw. Wasserstoff).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
To achieve the energy turnaround, we must consistently expand renewable energies such as hydropower, solar power and wind power.
Um die Energiewende zu erreichen, müssen wir konsequent erneuerbare Energien wie Wasser-, Solar- und Windkraft ausbauen.
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. There are various challenges if new nuclear power plants are built. Nuclear power plants are probably indispensable for the energy transition.
Die Technologieoffenheit ist ein liberales Prinzip, darum stört ein gesetzliches Neubauverbot. Es bestehen diverse Herausforderung, sollten neue Atomkraftwerke gebaut werden. Wahrscheinlich sind die Atomkraftwerke für die Enerigewende unverzichtbar.
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
Good quality primary care is necessary for the cohesion of Switzerland. However, expenses must still be in a healthy proportion to the benefits generated.
Ein qualitative gute Grundversorgung ist für den Zusammenhalt der Schweiz notwendig. Jedoch müssen Aufwendungen trotzdem in einem gesunden Verhältnis zum generierten Nutzen stehen.
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 Switzerland or increase foreign dependence on certain products.
Progressive Strompreise würden die Deindustiralisierung beschleunigen und die Schweiz 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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 requirements for receiving direct payments are already high today. A further restriction would accelerate the death of farms and reduce the degree of self-sufficiency. Switzerland has an interest in a producing agriculture.
Die Anforderungen an den Erhalt von Direktzahlungen sind bereits heute hoch. Eine weitere Einschränkung würde das Hofsterben beschleunigen und den Selbstversorgungsgrad senken. Die Schweiz hat ein Interesse an einer produzierenden Landwirtschaft.
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
Large differences among the companies. Transitional provisions in particular should be shortened.
Grosse Unterschiede bei den Betrieben. Insbesondere Übergangsbestimmungen sind zu verkürzen.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
The solutions already exist, but are probably too expensive. Although bans are always unpalatable, a ban could give the respective industries new impetus for progress and innovation. However, various exemptions would have to be built in so that industries without alternatives could continue to use them.
Die Lösungen sind bereits vorhanden, aber wahrscheinlich zu teuer. Auch wenn Verbote immer unschön sind, könnte ein Verbot den jeweiligen Industrie neuen Schub für Fortschritt und Innovation verleihen. Es müssten jedoch verschiedene Ausnahmeregelungen eingebaut werden, damit Industrien ohne Alternativen weiterhin darauf zurückgreifen könnten.
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
The upgrade of antennas is to be possible via a small claims procedure, thereby accelerating the rollout.
Die Aufrüstung von Antennen soll über ein Bagatellverfahren möglich sein und der Ausbau dadurch beschleunigt werden.
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 state electronic identity (E-ID).
Gewisse nationale Standards sind wünschenswert, damit die Systeme miteinander kompatibel sind. Ein Beispiel wäre die staatliche 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
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
The tasks of the SRF must be more clearly defined. However, it is necessary that the SRF can continue to cover the parts of the country accordingly with a basic mandate.
Die Aufgaben des SRF müssen klarer definiert werden. Es ist jedoch notwendig, dass das SRF die Landesteile weiterhin entsprechend mit einem Grundauftrag abdecken kann.
Lowering the voting age to 16
Are you in favour of lowering the voting age to 16?
| No | Rather no | Rather yes | Yes |
|---|---|---|---|
Comment
Rights = duties: Accordingly, the voting age of 18 is logical.
Rechte = Pflichten: Entsprechend ist das Stimmrechtsalter 18 folgerichtig.
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 anchored instrument in many cantons (e.g. also in the canton of St.Gallen). An extension to the federal level is 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 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
The army target stockpile is the wrong measure for assessing Switzerland's defense capability. Instead, the existing stocks should finally be fully equipped.
Der Armee-Sollbestand ist die falsche Grösse zur Beurteilung der Verteidigungsfähigkeit der Schweiz. Vielmehr sollen die bestehenden Bestände endlich voll ausgerüstet werden.
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
Especially in training and NATO standards. NATO accession, on the other hand, is to be rejected.
Insbesondere in der Ausbildung und Nato-Standards. Ein NATO-Beitritt ist hingegen 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
In principle, no, but the collection should be closely regulated and controlled.
Grundsätzlich nein, aber die Erfassung soll eng reguliert und kontrolliert werden.
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 cooperation and exchange of data with our neighboring countries with Schengen/Dublin is a central pillar of our security and alone Switzerland could hardly perform this task equally.
Die Zusammenarbeit und der Austausch von Daten mit unseren Nachbarländern mit Schengen/Dublin ist ein zentraler Pfeiler unserer Sicherheit und alleine könnte die Schweiz diese Aufgabe kaum gleichwertig wahrnehmen.
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 countries of the EU are closest to us ideologically and linguistically. Switzerland needs good relations with our neighboring countries and also most important sales markets for Swiss products.
Die Länder der EU sind uns ideologisch und sprachlich am nächsten. Die Schweiz braucht gute Beziehungen zu unseren Nachbarländern und auch wichtigsten Absatzmärkten für Schweizer Produkte.
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
Put Swiss law above that of other countries? A bit paternalistic and simply not implementable.
Schweizer Recht über dasjenige anderer Länder stellen? Etwas paternalistisch und schlicht nicht umsetzbar.
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
Devastating impact on our society and prosperity.
Verheerende Auswirkungen auf unsere Gesellschaft und unseren Wohlstand.
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
Switzerland needs a new strategy in foreign policy, neutrality is coming under increasing pressure and is less and less understood by partner states.
Die Schweiz braucht eine neue Strategie in der Aussenpolitik, die Neutralität kommt immer unter Druck und wird von Partnerstaaten je länger je weniger verstanden.
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
Right to privacy must always be granted.
Recht auf Privatsphäre muss stets gewährt sein.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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
Secondary task of a state. A limited redistribution is necessary to maintain social peace. However, the principle of performance must prevail.
Nebenaufgabe eines Staates. Eine begrenzte Umverteilung zur Wahrung des sozialen Friedens ist notwendig. Das Leistungsprinzip muss aber überwiegen.
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
Decision of the parents, prioritization
Entscheid der Eltern, Priorisierung
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Comment
The opportunities are great. We simply have to make sure that no one is completely left behind.
Die Chancen sind gross. Wir müssen einfach schauen, dass niemand vollständig abgehängt wird.
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.
Jeder hat eine 2. Chance verdient.
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
The economy is part of the solution, not the problem; accordingly, the two points do not contradict each other.
Die Wirtschaft ist Teil der Lösung und nicht des Problems, entsprechend widersprechen sich die beiden Punkte nicht.
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
Expenses have grown steadily and account for a large part of the budget. Cost growth must be curbed here
Die Ausgaben sind stetig gewachen und machen einen grossen Teil des Budgets aus. Das Kostenwachstum muss hier gebremst werden
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
Insofar as possible while complying with the debt brake. Research and progress are central to our business location. We can only be better, but hardly cheaper.
Sofern bei Einhaltung der Schuldenbremse möglich. Forschung und Fortschritt sind zentral für unseren Wirtschaftsstandort. Wir können nur besser, aber kaum günstiger sein.
Agriculture: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Agriculture"?
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Comment
The contributions to the farmers are already very high, an expansion is accordingly out of the question.
Die Beiträge an die Bauern sind bereits sehr hoch, ein Ausbau steht entsprechend ausser Frage.
Public transportation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public transport"?
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Comment
Public transport is an important pillar of Swiss mobility. An expansion in line with demand is to be advocated. In the longer term, however, the expansion should be depoliticized, otherwise the financing will get out of control.
Der ÖV ist ein wichtiger Pfeiler der Schweizer Mobilität. Ein bedarfsgerechter Ausbau ist zu befürworten. Längerfristig sollte der Ausbau jedoch entpolitisiert werden, daher die Finanzierung ansonsten ausser Kontrolle gerät.
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
Current funding is adequate.
Die aktuelle Finanzierung ist ausreichend.
Public safety: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Public security"?
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Comment
Blue-light organizations are indispensable. The police in particular are under increasing pressure.
Blaulichtorganisationen sind unverzichtbar. Insbesondere die Polizei steht zunehmend unter Druck.
National defense: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "National defence"?
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Comment
The population has increasingly questioned the usefulness of the army in recent years. This has led to a declining budget and an ailing army. The army is to be brought up to the level of a competitive European army. Small but mighty.
Die Bevölkerung hat den Nutzen der Armee in den vergangenen Jahren zunehmend hinterfragt. Das führte zu einem sinkenden Budget und einer maroden Armee. Die Armee soll auf das Level einer kompetitiven europäischen Armee gebracht werden. Klein aber fein.
Development cooperation: spend more/less
Should the federal government spend more or less in the area of "Development assistance"?
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Comment
There are basically two ways to restructure the AHV: Tax increases (VAT, wage deductions, etc.) or an increase in the retirement age. But only by raising the retirement age can we rebalance the ratio between contributors and recipients. Tax increases are just trying to fill a bottomless pit.
Es gibt grundsätzlich zwei Möglichkeiten die AHV zu sanieren: Steuererhöhungen (Mehrwertsteuer, Lohnabzüge etc.) oder eine Erhöhung des Rentenalters. Doch nur mit einer Erhöhung des Rentenalters können wir das Verhältnis zwischen Beitragsbezahler und -bezieher wieder ins Gleichgewicht bringen. Mit Steuererhöhungen versucht man nur ein Fass ohne Boden zu füllen.
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